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Normalizing Recovery

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode #135, A Heart to Serve: Paxton Peters and the Front Lines of Recovery in Jackson, MS

    On Episode #135 of the Recovery Lab Podcast, David Sugg, Brynn Knox, and Daniel Anderson sit down with someone who quietly carries an enormous impact in the Jackson recovery community, Paxton Peters. As the office manager of Jackson Mississippi’s AA Central Office, Paxton has been a steady voice, a listening ear, and a compassionate guide for hundreds, if not thousands, of people searching for hope. Every phone call answered, every meeting connected, every conversation held represents another opportunity to help someone step out of darkness and into light. In this powerful conversation, Paxton shares what it truly means to serve on the front lines of recovery. He talks about the weight and privilege of being a first point of contact for those reaching out for help, the importance of community, and how simple acts of compassion can change the trajectory of someone’s life. If you have ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at an AA Central Office, or if you need a reminder that steady, faithful service makes a profound difference, this episode will encourage you. Hope is alive in Jackson, Mississippi, and Paxton Peters is one of the reasons why.   #RecoveryLab #PaxtonPeters #JacksonMSRecovery #AASupport #SoberLife #RecoveryCommunity #HopeInTheDarkness #AddictionRecovery #ServiceWork #MississippiRecovery This episode is brought to you by Fondren Recovery Homes in Jackson Mississippi, offering budget friendly sober living close to restaurants and 12 step meetings for anyone seeking safety, structure and support in early recovery. This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

    1h 19m
  2. FEB 9

    Episode #134: Reaching the Next Generation, Healing Trauma and Addiction with Hall Ratcliffe of Capstone Wellness

    In this episode of Recovery Lab, David Sugg, Brynn Knox, and Daniel Anderson sit down with Hall Ratcliffe, Marketing Outreach Director at Capstone Wellness, a treatment center dedicated to adolescents and young adults ages 14 to 28. Together, they dive into the unique challenges today’s young people are facing, from trauma and addiction to the deep impact of family systems and generational patterns. Hall shares how Capstone approaches healing from the inside out, walking alongside both clients and families to create lasting change, not just short term sobriety. This conversation is honest, practical, and full of hope for parents, professionals, and anyone who cares about the next generation. If you’ve ever wondered what effective, compassionate treatment really looks like, or how to support a young person who’s struggling, this episode will open your eyes and encourage your heart. Because recovery is not just about stopping a behavior, it’s about rebuilding a life. #RecoveryLabPodcast #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #TeenRecovery #YoungAdultRecovery #TraumaHealing #FamilySystems #SobrietyJourney #HopeAfterAddiction #CapstoneWellness #PodcastCommunity #DanielAnderson #BrynnKnox #DavidSugg This episode is brought to you by Fondren Recovery Homes in Jackson Mississippi, offering budget friendly sober living close to restaurants and 12 step meetings for anyone seeking safety, structure and support in early recovery. This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

    1h 5m
  3. FEB 8

    Episode #133: From Surviving to Living, Healing Trauma, Addiction, and Finding Real Freedom with Jessica Chapman Lott, LCSW

    What if recovery wasn’t just about getting by, but about finally living a life you don’t feel the need to escape from? In Episode 133 of Recovery Lab, David Sugg, Brynn Knox, and Daniel Anderson sit down with therapist Jessica Chapman Lott, LCSW, for a powerful and compassionate conversation about what true healing really looks like. Jessica works with people who are exhausted from carrying everything alone. The ones battling addiction, trauma, anxiety, chronic relapse, and deep self doubt. The ones who look fine on the outside but feel stuck on the inside. Her approach goes beyond symptom relief. She helps clients uncover the root issues, challenge old patterns, and build lasting change so they can move from surviving to truly living. Together, we talk about: Why asking for help feels so hard, especially for the strong ones The connection between trauma and addiction Breaking cycles of relapse and self sabotage Codependency, relationships, and learning healthier boundaries How therapy creates a safe space to be seen, heard, and supported What “living life on life’s terms” actually means in recovery If you’ve ever wondered whether real change is possible for you, this episode is a reminder that hope is still on the table. You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. You just have to be willing to take the next step. Connect with Jessica Chapman Lott Free 15 minute consultation available 📞 (601) 539-4430 💲 $100 per session Accepts insurance Works with individuals and couples Specialties include addiction, substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, dual diagnosis, relationship issues, gambling, sexual addiction, life transitions, spirituality, and more. #RecoveryLabPodcast #AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthMatters #TherapyWorks #SubstanceUseRecovery #HopeAndHealing #MississippiMentalHealth #CounselingSupport #SobrietyJourney #HealingIsPossible #PodcastLife   This episode is brought to you by Fondren Recovery Homes in Jackson Mississippi, offering budget friendly sober living close to restaurants and 12 step meetings for anyone seeking safety, structure and support in early recovery.   This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

    56 min
  4. 10/22/2025

    Episode #128: From Settlement to Solutions Rep Sam Creekmore on Opioid Funds, Ibogaine, and Serving Our Heroes

    Daniel Anderson and David Sugg welcome Mississippi State Representative Sam Creekmore to Recovery Lab for a candid and forward looking conversation about mental health and addiction in Mississippi. Rep Creekmore shares what is actually happening with the state’s opioid settlement money, how it is being allocated, the priorities on prevention, treatment, recovery supports, and accountability, and where he believes the most impact can be made.   We also dive into his work exploring ibogaine as a potential tool in the recovery toolkit, why he believes Mississippi should consider innovative and evidence informed approaches, and the guardrails needed to keep people safe. Rep Creekmore opens up about his passion for supporting veterans and first responders, the barriers they face, and practical ways policy can meet them where they are.   If you care about bringing fresh thinking to the mental health and addiction crisis while honoring what already works, this episode is a grounded and hopeful look at how Mississippi can lead with compassion, data, and courage.   What you will hear: How opioid settlement dollars are being used across prevention, treatment, and recovery The case for evaluating ibogaine responsibly and what safeguards are essential Policies that can better serve veterans and first responders Why shaking off outdated thinking matters and how to build a more responsive system   Listen, share, and be part of the change.   #RecoveryLabPodcast #SamCreekmore #DanielAnderson #DavidSugg #Mississippi #MentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #OpioidCrisis #OpioidSettlement #HarmReduction #Ibogaine #Veterans #FirstResponders #RecoveryCommunity #BehavioralHealth #InnovationInRecovery This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

    57 min
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