Bookends of Recovery: Addiction, Betrayal Trauma & Healing

"Relapse is part of recovery." "No, it's part of addiction." Which is it?

"Relapse is part of recovery." "No, it's part of addiction." So...which is it? Let's talk about why this question hit me personally, emotional sobriety, and why boundaries still matter. If you have any questions, please let me know [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/contact-me]. Find more tips and tools in my book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLDSF3GD]. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes, Laura Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/resource-hub] to help you get started.

From the Archives: My Partner's an Addict...Should I Stay?

Before we get started, I wanted to add a quick update to this episode. When I originally recorded this, I was still in my marriage. Since then, my husband and I have decided to separate. I still agree that there isn't a single right answer to the question, "Should I stay?" Each person has to decide what they need to feel safe, healthy, and at peace. What has become even clearer to me over time is the importance of emotional sobriety and personal boundaries. Recovery isn't just about abstinence. It's also about growth, honesty, accountability, and a willingness to keep doing the work. And boundaries require us to pay attention to what we're observing and honor our own needs, even when it's difficult. As you listen, I hope this episode helps you reflect on your own situation with compassion, honesty, and respect for yourself and your healing. If you have any questions, please let me know [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/contact-me]. Find more tips and tools in my book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLDSF3GD]. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes, Laura Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/resource-hub] to help you get started.

Tending the Garden of Healthy Pathways: A Guided Meditation

Slow down, breathe, and reconnect with the healthy pathways within you. This guided meditation uses the symbolism of a garden to explore awareness, emotional well-being, self-care, emotional sobriety, and personal growth. Together, we’ll gently tend to the spaces within ourselves that may need a little more nurturing, attention, and care. Perfect for moments when you feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck on autopilot, or simply in need of a calming reset. If you have any questions, please let me know [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/contact-me]. Find more tips and tools in my book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLDSF3GD]. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes, Laura Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/resource-hub] to help you get started.

Sometimes It Whispers: Stagnation in Recovery & Healing

Sometimes recovery and healing don’t unravel all at once. Sometimes it whispers. In this episode, we talk about stagnation and complacency in recovery and healing, emotional sobriety, unhealthy patterns that quietly return over time, and the importance of continuing to tend to our growth, relationships, and well-being…even years later. I also share part of my personal journey, along with gentle tools and reflections to help you reconnect with yourself and your recovery or healing path.  If you have any questions, please let me know [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/contact-me]. Find more tips and tools in my book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLDSF3GD]. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes, Laura Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/resource-hub] to help you get started.

Guided Imagery & Your Happy Place Guided Meditation (Throwback)

If you have ever felt overwhelmed or anxious, or had your thoughts spiral out of control, you are not alone. I’ve been there. Today I’m resharing some mindfulness techniques that you can use when things feel overwhelming, a trigger hits, or you need a moment to pause and regroup. If you have any questions, please let me know [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/contact-me]. Find more tips and tools in my book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLDSF3GD]. Sending everyone happy and healthy vibes, Laura Please note: This podcast is for education only and is not a replacement for therapy. I suggest you seek the help of a trained professional for your specific situation. Here are some resources [https://www.bookendsofrecovery.com/resource-hub] to help you get started.