Alcohol and Addiction Recovery

Dr Maria Power

Welcome to Alcohol & Addiction Recovery, where high-performing individuals, executives, athletes, and entrepreneurs break free from addiction and reclaim their lives. Hosted by Dr. Maria Power, a recovery coach with over 15 years of doctoral-level expertise, this show explores The Recovery Framework™—a science-backed, holistic approach to healing. Get insights on mindset, resilience, sobriety, and emotional wellness without relying on traditional rehab. Learn how to build clarity, balance, and long-term transformation through holistic strategies that work.

Episodes

  1. 07/07/2025

    Why Most High Performers Stay Addicted (and how to help yourself get out) 💼🧠

    Book in a call with my team using this link and let’s work together to get you on the path to lasting recovery: https://link.superchargeyourrecovery.coach/widget/bookings/recoveryroadmap In this episode of the Alcohol and Addiction Recovery Podcast, I dive into why so many high-performing individuals from CEOs and athletes to creatives and entrepreneurs find themselves stuck in the cycle of alcohol addiction, substance use, and compulsive behaviours. With over 15 years of doctorate-level experience in addiction recovery and trauma healing, I’ve helped thousands of people break free from addiction without relying on traditional rehab. I also spent five and a half years in a monastery, where I developed tools for emotional regulation, stillness, and control  which now shape the spiritually holistic and science-backed approach I use in my practice. If you’re a high achiever silently struggling with addiction, or if you feel like you’ve tried everything and still can’t stop, this episode will help you see the root causes clearly and offer a path forward. You don’t need to hit rock bottom, you just need the right strategy. Follow Dr. Maria: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mariapower/ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.mariapower⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/SuperchargeYourRecovery/ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@drmariapower Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:15 – The Root Cause: Trauma and Emotional Pain 00:03:20 – Coaching vs Rehab: What Actually Works 00:04:05 – Substances, Behaviours & Coping Mechanisms 00:06:00 – Why High Performers Need Structure and Strategy 00:07:10 – Peer Pressure & Addiction in Corporate Culture 00:08:00 – The Paradox of Control in Sobriety 00:10:00 – Addiction Triggers from Pre-Birth to Childhood 00:11:00 – How Unresolved Trauma Fuels Addiction

    13 min
  2. 06/23/2025

    #002 - Deadly Myths About Alcohol That Are Keeping You Stuck 🚫🥃

    Book in a call with my team using this link and let’s work together to get you on the path to lasting recovery: https://link.superchargeyourrecovery.coach/widget/bookings/recoveryroadmapIn this episode, we’re unpacking the three deadly myths about alcohol that are keeping Aussies stuck in poor health, low confidence, and feeling like they can’t break free.Myth #1: Alcohol Enhances Performance Myth #2: Alcohol Has No Negative EffectsMyth #3: Quitting Alcohol is EasyWe dig into why these beliefs are not just wrong, they’re harmful. From the way alcohol’s marketed in sport and media, to the brutal truth about what it does to your brain, liver and energy, this is the wake-up call most people don’t get.Plus, we share real, practical alternatives to alcohol that can boost your confidence and focus without trashing your health.Book in a call with my team using this link and let’s work together to get you on the path to lasting recovery: https://link.superchargeyourrecovery.coach/widget/bookings/recoveryroadmapFollow Dr. Maria:https://www.instagram.com/dr.mariapower/⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.mariapower⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/SuperchargeYourRecovery/⁠https://www.youtube.com/@drmariapowerTimestamps: [00:00:00] Intro. [00:00:15] The Confidence Myth[00:02:20] Smarter Swaps for Alcohol[00:03:47] The Health Lie Exposed[00:06:16] Quitting Isn’t Easy[00:07:52] Alcohol-Free at 50[00:15:19] Is Your Liver Paying the Price?

    12 min

About

Welcome to Alcohol & Addiction Recovery, where high-performing individuals, executives, athletes, and entrepreneurs break free from addiction and reclaim their lives. Hosted by Dr. Maria Power, a recovery coach with over 15 years of doctoral-level expertise, this show explores The Recovery Framework™—a science-backed, holistic approach to healing. Get insights on mindset, resilience, sobriety, and emotional wellness without relying on traditional rehab. Learn how to build clarity, balance, and long-term transformation through holistic strategies that work.