GetSoberWithNick Podcast

Rebekah Kulidzan - You’ve Changed: Reflections on Sobriety, Growth, and Embracing Transformation

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2247764/open_sms] In this episode, I sit down with Rebekah Kulidzan, author of the powerful blog post “You’ve Changed.” We dive deep into the nature of personal transformation, the challenges and gifts of sobriety, and what it truly means to grow into a new version of yourself. Rebekah shares candid reflections on the grief she experienced early in sobriety—the friendships, experiences, and old habits she had to let go of—and the unexpected gifts that came from those losses. We explore the daily practices that keep her grounded, how she navigates ego, justice, and control, and the small but meaningful shifts that, over time, lead to profound change. This conversation is an intimate look at the journey from stagnation to self-awareness, and a reminder that change, while sometimes painful, is also the gateway to growth, freedom, and self-discovery. Whether you’re on a sobriety journey, seeking personal growth, or simply navigating life’s inevitable changes, Rebekah’s story is both inspiring and relatable. Key Takeaways: Change is inevitable, but it can be embraced consciously. Sobriety can catalyze profound internal and external transformation. Loss is often disguised as growth—learning to see it as a gift is key. Daily reflection and gratitude practices can anchor and guide personal growth. Small, consistent changes over time lead to lasting transformation. Connect with Rebekah: Read her writing at rkulidzan.com Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2247764/support] Please Like, Share & Subscribe. All socials & Community Group Chat: https://linktr.ee/gswn Please donate to the pod https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/getsoberwithnick

Maz - You can’t help others from your wounds, only from your scars

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2247764/open_sms] In this episode, I sit down with Maz, a trained therapist who brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the conversation around sobriety and recovery. We dive into the powerful role therapy can play in helping people navigate life after addiction, and how understanding yourself on a deeper level can transform your recovery journey. Maz has such a calm and grounding presence — you can really feel it in this chat. One of my favourite moments was when she spoke about the importance of helping from a scar, not an open wound — a reminder that true healing gives us the strength and perspective to help others. This episode is all about self-awareness, healing, and finding peace in the process. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the power of therapy, this one’s worth a listen. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2247764/support] Please Like, Share & Subscribe. All socials & Community Group Chat: https://linktr.ee/gswn Please donate to the pod https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/getsoberwithnick

Guilt, Shame, Resentments & Making Amends - Recovery Talks With Jayde

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2247764/open_sms] 🎙 Episode Title: Letting Go: Guilt, Shame, Resentments & Making Amends In this episode, Nick and Jayde dive deep into four powerful themes that often shape the recovery journey — guilt, shame, resentments, and making amends. Together, they unpack how these emotions can hold us back if left unaddressed, and how learning to face them with honesty and compassion can lead to real freedom and growth. From personal stories to practical tools, they explore the difference between guilt and shame, the ways resentments can quietly keep us stuck, and the healing that comes from taking responsibility and making amends — not just with others, but with ourselves. This is an open and honest conversation about doing the inner work, forgiving ourselves, and continuing to grow in sobriety and life Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2247764/support] Please Like, Share & Subscribe. All socials & Community Group Chat: https://linktr.ee/gswn Please donate to the pod https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/getsoberwithnick

The Art Of Letting Go - Recovery Talks With Jayde

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2247764/open_sms] Surrender might seem counterintuitive on the road to freedom, yet it's exactly what unlocked true transformation for us. This intimate conversation explores the powerful shift that happens when we finally stop trying to control everything around us. "I wanted to control every aspect of my life, and probably yours as well," we candidly admit, reflecting on how exhausting this pattern becomes. The breakthrough? Realizing "we have no control over people, places and things," and that life flows with remarkable ease once we release our grip on outcomes. Our spiritual journeys took vastly different paths—one through traditional prayer practices, another through nature connection and what's affectionately called "hippie stuff." These divergent routes ultimately led to the same profound revelation: something greater than ourselves exists, and surrendering to this force brings unexpected peace. We share vulnerable stories, including a mysterious woodpecker encounter that arrived precisely when needed, serving as a spiritual guide through difficult moments. The conversation takes a powerful turn when we discuss the stigma men face around spirituality. How does a six-foot, tattooed man embrace meditation and prayer in a culture that often views such practices as weakness? The answer involves courage, authenticity, and becoming willing to stand in your truth regardless of perception—a transformation that extends far beyond sobriety into every relationship. Perhaps most meaningful is how we've become people others can truly count on. "When you say you're going to do something, I don't have to question that it will happen," represents recovery's profound gift—reliability, trustworthiness, and genuine presence. This isn't just about not drinking or using; it's about becoming who we were always meant to be. Have you found yourself exhausted from trying to control everything? What might happen if you finally surrendered and let something greater than yourself take the wheel? Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2247764/support] Please Like, Share & Subscribe. All socials & Community Group Chat: https://linktr.ee/gswn Please donate to the pod https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/getsoberwithnick

12 Step Fellowships - What are the steps ?

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2247764/open_sms] In this episode, we pause the mini-series to explain what the “12 steps” actually are. We’ve been referencing them throughout, and we know not everyone listening will be familiar with 12-step recovery programmes. We want to make it clear: we are not promoting or endorsing 12-step programmes. We’re simply sharing our lived experience of recovery and giving some context to the language we use. You can either skip this one entirely, or give it a quick listen before diving back into the rest of the mini-series. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2247764/support] Please Like, Share & Subscribe. All socials & Community Group Chat: https://linktr.ee/gswn Please donate to the pod https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/getsoberwithnick