Rooted and Real

Rooted & Real: Meet the Author behind "God Doesn't Relapse"

In this episode of Rooted and Real, we talk to author Matt Grace about his upcoming new book, "God Doesn't Relapse", which is set to be released in August.  In this unflinchingly honest memoir, Matt Grace takes readers inside the chaos, compulsion, and collapse that defined his spiral into substance use. He lays bare the layered dependencies that stole his dignity, the recklessness that shattered the lives around him, and the spiritual reckoning that ultimately saved him. Grace never softens the truth. He never hides behind excuses. What he offers instead is raw reality—and the profound transformation that followed. We are honored to be hosting Matt for an upcoming author event that will be open to the public at our Branford site. For more information, please visit: https://www.rootcenter.org/root-center-hosts-author-event For more on Matt Grace, visit his website: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/God-Doesnt-Relapse/Matt-Grace/9781637635506 Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT Instagram: @root_center Facebook: / rootcenterforadvancedrecovery LinkedIn: / root-center #WeDoRecover #RecoveryIsPossible #Recovery #Addiction #author

Rooted & Real: Always On - Social Media and the Mind

What is social media really doing to our minds? In this episode of Rooted and Real, we get honest about the highs, the lows, and the unseen impact of scrolling, comparing, and staying constantly connected. From validation and anxiety to the feeling of being hooked on our screens and struggling to put them down—and how all of this is affecting kids growing up in a digital world—nothing is off limits. If you’ve ever caught yourself reaching for your phone without thinking or wondered how it’s shaping your mental health (or the next generation’s), this conversation is for you. 🎧 Tune in, reflect, and get real with us. Special thanks to our guest, UCONN Professor and Digital Media Expert, John Murphy, for all of his excellent insight on this episode! #RootedAndReal #MentalHealthMatters #SocialMediaImpact #StayGrounded #DigitalWellbeing Happy listening! Social media: TikTok: @Root_Center_CT Instagram: @root_center Facebook: / rootcenterforadvancedrecovery Twitter: @RootCenterCT LinkedIn: / root-center

Rooted & Real Podcast - Higher Level of Care

On this episode of Rooted & Real (formerly Recovery with Root), we’re excited to welcome Ashley Hickey, Chief of Operations at Root Center, as she steps into a new role as co-host of the podcast. Ashley joins Chief of Staff Margaux Hyde as they take the conversation forward—diving into mental health and substance use topics with honesty, openness, and curiosity. Together, they’ll also bring in guest voices to expand and deepen the discussion from a range of perspectives. This podcast is designed to feel like a real, approachable conversation for anyone interested in these topics—whether you’re personally impacted, supporting someone else, or simply looking to learn and engage. Follow us on social media to stay updated on new episodes, and don’t hesitate to reach out with topics or questions you’d like to hear discussed in future conversations. Happy listening! Social media: TikTok: @Root_Center_CT Instagram: @root_center Facebook: / rootcenterforadvancedrecovery Twitter: @RootCenterCT LinkedIn: / root-center    Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

Problem Gambling Awareness Month: The Impacts of Problem Gambling

On this episode of Recovery with Root, we discuss problem gambling with Fiorgio Fetta from DMHAS, and David Ruela from Amplify, and the very real impact that it can have on a person and their loved ones. If you or someone you know has a gambling addiction, they can call the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-888-789-7777, or call Root Center at (800) 862-2181 to learn about our Problem Gambling Support Group. Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed. Happy listening! Social media: TikTok: @Root_Center_CT Instagram: @root_center Facebook: / rootcenterforadvancedrecovery [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbF96NU5vVW9nd1pjNzJjeWl5Q05ITFVyRXRhd3xBQ3Jtc0tsSHYzT0R0WEhYR3BTUnlHMmZONFBENVdDM2FmRGFiTFJOSXRhaGNrMUs5ZzBrRWhjSzhISU5hZjlEeWVGTmF0UGpPbW1EM0VEalkzamZNOHpsVmZEa2VHby1jSXhWVkxsLWg2bWFTT3ZMblJXTmhQYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Frootcenterforadvancedrecovery%2F&v=-SfU1dWvT_4] Twitter: @RootCenterCT LinkedIn: / root-center  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjdjMFdtY1REcWx2a1hxOHFIdlB2V1dYX2VBUXxBQ3Jtc0tteWFHMXhHU3d5djMtc2xmZjhGbUtqSFZyc3FFMkdzblpiZVM2N2lBZFZ4RUdRTi1jNmZnV3hWT1lrTkZaM2F2aEVyQTREX042OUlwR2s3QUhKcVh3Q0tPbWlHSFAzbzJzak8tZDNkYlgyZjNLQks5Zw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Froot-center&v=-SfU1dWvT_4]  Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmo4aUplNUxzb2JTRlVLcVgzQk9RTXBfU2hsQXxBQ3Jtc0tuZ1h6a0pUUVJkRkFEY0kwWXBOc2JsV1lDZ3N2b1RyV0IwNTFlQkVjOVRzN2s0TTltWlVDcDlsMTdjV0Z3OTd1T2dXczR5T0dibHJrRE5UOThSMnlYM2x2X3JaR2hURHY2VURQaHVLRGdDb0p5bXdxZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fuppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fsoundroll%2FtropicanaLicense&v=-SfU1dWvT_4] code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55

Recovery with Root | Patient Perceptions of Success

On this very special episode of Recovery with Root, we sit down with Kristyn Zajac and Liz Narwold, medical researchers with University of Connecticut, to talk about a recent study with Root Center Patients. The study looked at what metrics patients used to define their own success in their recovery, and how researchers can reflect on the data to inform future studies regarding patients in recovery.  If you're interested in this kind of work and want to support research coming out about recovery, check out chearr.org to learn more! Be sure to follow us on social media to get notified when we have new releases, also, feel free to send us a message with a topic or question that you would like to have discussed.  Happy listening!  Social media:  TikTok: @Root_Center_CT  Instagram: @root_center  Facebook: /rootcenterforadvancedrecovery  Twitter: @RootCenterCT  LinkedIn: /root-center  Music from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropic... code: GLPUR3NGGBGJOW55