We Are The Stigma Melissa & Cody Kreutz

Melissa & Cody are solo as they discuss dating, mainly dating in early sobriety. One of the most popular suggestions when getting sober is - DO NOT DATE!! Well, can it work? Does it work? What could go wrong?? Let's chat!
In this episode, we discuss
Why do people often suggest staying single when you first decide to change your substance abuseThings to consider when dating  Setting boundaries Intentions What dating looked like in early recovery for Cody & MelissaMelissa and Cody have been sober for 9.5 years and have been in a relationship for about as long. They are passionate about recovery, self-love, ending stigmas, and spirituality.
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
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Join us for a truly BEAUTIFUL, soul-expressive episode with our dear friend, Carrie Pullaro. This captivating convo was recorded in 2022, days after Carrie returned from Burning Man; we chat about that and much more. We get raw and vulnerable as we discuss shame, transformation, self-worth, abortion, and recovery. Carrie is a return guest, be sure to check out her first episode - 302. Breaking Through Shame & Addiction. 

In this new episode we talk about:
Burning Man & TransformationCreating your own realityHealing past versions of oneselfEnding the stigma of HerpesAbortionAddiction & RecoveryCarrie Pullaro supports women to courageously "Live Out Loud!"
She teaches humans to use their voice, live unapologetically, pursue their passion, and find freedom!
-Find Carrie on Instagram @carriepullaro
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
**The best way to support We Are The Stigma is by leaving us a five-star review on iTunes! Take a screenshot of your written review, and we'll send you any book our past guests wrote! It's a way we can support them and you!
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We are BACK and beyond grateful to be here!!! We are kicking off the show with the super fabulous Madeline Forrest from Happiest Sober. Madeline is 28 and from Toronto, Canada. Madeline got sober in November 2020 after a decade of gray-area problem drinking. Now, she is passionate about helping & inspiring others on their sobriety journeys.

In this episode we discuss:
- Hangxiety
- Gray area drinking vs the “alcoholic” label
- Sober socializing

-Where to find Madeline
Instagram @happiestsober
Info on her Sober Trip and Podcast

-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
**The best way to support We Are The Stigma is by leaving us a five-star review on iTunes! Take a screenshot of your written review, and we'll send you any book our past guests wrote! It's a way we can support them and you!
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This week Melissa & Cody are chatting with Brianne Mass, a spiritual coach and mentor whose mission is to raise the collective consciousness by practicing what she preaches in her program, Words Are Human. This is where Brianne teaches and guides you to get “unstuck” and find your unique purpose.
Whether you consider yourself “spiritual” or not, this episode is full of golden nuggets about healing yourself and overcoming personal traumas. 
In this episode, we discuss: 
-Releasing unrealistic expectations of yourself. 
-Meditation 
-Conscious language to attract what you desire 
-Rebuilding “self” from the ground up.
Find Brianne on:
TIKTOK: Brianne.mass2.0
IG: Brianne.mass2.0
Facebook: WORDSAREHUMAN
wordsarehuman.com
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram and Facebook
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
**The best way to support We Are The Stigma is by leaving us a five-star review on iTunes! Take a screenshot of your written review, and we'll send you any book our past guests wrote! It's a way we can support them and you!
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This week Melissa & Cody are chatting with Lisa Howe! A mama, social worker, parent educator, and Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach. We talk about the challenging and rewarding work of parenthood. Lisa is beautiful at helping the cohosts feel seen and validated. Whatever journey you’re on, with or without kiddos, there is much to learn! 
In this episode, we discuss: 
-Parenting 
-Meditation
-Empathy
Find Lisa on:
IG @becoming_peaceful
Facebook @ Becoming Peaceful
And her website www.becomingpeaceful.com
Lisa Howe is a Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach and received her Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University. She has spent the last 27 years working with children and families to help them be the best they can be. Lisa was one of only fifteen clinicians privately trained by Dr. Laura Markham to become a Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach and has gone on to coach thousands of parents privately, in addition to teaching workshops and speaking at schools, parenting conferences, and private companies. Lisa brings her education, knowledge, deep listening, and a sense of humor to everything she does, leaving clients and audiences feeling seen, heard, and empowered on their parenting journey
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram and Facebook
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
**The best way to support We Are The Stigma is by leaving us a five-star review on iTunes! Take a screenshot of your written review, and we'll send you any book our past guests wrote! It's a way we can support them and you!
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**Trigger warning - this episode briefly discusses self-harm; if you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to local MHS ♥️
This week Melissa & Cody are chatting with Kristen Hassan! A sober mama, wife, nurse, and content creator. 
Kristen shares the highs and lows of life and how a trip to a mental institution led her and her husband down a recovery path. 
In this episode, we discuss: 
-Addiction/sobriety/recovery
-Mommy wine culture
-Sober marriage
Find Kristen on:
TikTok @recover_queen
IG @__itsmekris_

Kristen is in recovery from alcohol abuse. She shares her story of trauma, mental illness, and recovery to help break the stigma around addiction and mental health. She is a registered nurse, mom of four, and married to her best friend, who also happens to be sober. 
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram and Facebook
-You can find Cody on Tiktok @codywkreutz and Instagram @codykreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus and TikTok @melskreutz
**The best way to support We Are The Stigma is by leaving us a five-star review on iTunes! Take a screenshot of your written review, and we'll send you any book our past guests wrote! It's a way we can support them and you!
***As always, share with others, and reach out if you'd like to share your storyhttps://wearethestigma.com/be-a-guest-on-our-show/