Addicted to Recovery Christopher White and Max Thomas
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- Health & Fitness
Addicted to Recovery is a new podcast exploring the truth about addiction. Whether you had one too many drinks last night or have multiple years in recovery, join us for the honest conversation.
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Episode 18 - Obsessions & Mental Health
In this episode, Chris and Max discuss the mental health benefits of golf, and the role of team sports in recovery.
They cover challenges like managing work, sleep issues, and addictions to phones and caffeine, as well as concerns about body image.
They stress the importance of daily self-reflection and the negative impact of excessive phone use on family time. Max shares his love for lawn care, and they discuss their recovery journeys, meetings, and staying connected.
The conversation also touches on Mental Health Awareness Week, suicide rates, and the importance of discussing mental health, recognizing warning signs, and the benefits of exercise and self-care.
Lastly they answers some listener questions. We hope you enjoy! -
Episode 17 - John
This week we are joined by our beloved friend and sponsor, John.
We talk all things sponsorship and how our relationship has blossomed over the years.
John opens up about his gambling addiction and how it brought him to his knees.
He also shares his experience around relapse and how he managed to overcome to odds and is now over 14 years clean.
Come and say hello. -
Episode 16 - Nick
This week on the Podcast, Chris and Max are joined by Nick, and the conversation flowed so smoothly they could have talked all night!
They dive into the age-old debate of nature versus nurture, discuss treatment centers and relapse, and Nick shares his journey from childhood to the present, shedding light on how addiction has been a constant companion throughout.
We hope you find it engaging and insightful! -
Episode 15 - Sonny Green
Sonny's upbringing normalised drug use, leading to a life filled with parallels: fame, joy, and deep sadness. Despite his youth, he confronted addiction head-on. Now a father, husband, and six years sober, Sonny has broken free from its grip. Join us in celebrating his journey.
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Episode 14 - Danniella Westbrook
This week Chris and Max are joined by the one and only Danniella Westbrook.
Danni gets honest about her upbringing and how finding fame at a young age has been a factor in her life long battle against addiction.
If you are struggling to face up to the reality of the disease of addiction and are looking for some hope and a way out, look no further.
Danni's story proves that anyone can achieve sobriety.
She is an incredible, resilient and inspiring individual who believes that her path is now one of helping others and being a living example that recovery works if you work it.
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Episode 13 - Steps 4 & 5
Join Chris and Max as they explore steps four and five and the personal development and growth they offer. Step 4 involves taking a fearless moral inventory of oneself, while Step 5 focuses on admitting to ourseves and others the exact nature of our wrongs.
Come and learn about the significance of these steps in fostering self-awareness, accountability and ultimately inner transformation.
Tune in for practical tips and personal anecdotes on navigating these pivotal stages of the journey towards personal growth and fulfillment.