Recovery Rocks

Recovery Rocks
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Recovery Rocks

Co-hosted by recovery advocates Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara. A rock and roll-loving Gen X lawyer in 12-step recovery from addiction to alcohol and drugs. An equally rock-obsessed Millennial writer who found addiction recovery through blogging. Give them a couple microphones and you get the Recovery Rocks podcast, a new kind of discussion about the issues impacting those who struggle and recover, reflecting different perspectives, but finding much in common.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 246: Election Reaction: How to Stay Sober and (Relatively) Sane

    Tawny and Lisa talk about the U.S. election and its devastating implications. They discuss what happened, what it means, and how we can organize around going forward. There’s anger and fear, but also determination to be part of the fight for democracy. Most of all, to stay or get sober, take care of yourself however that means – exercise, rest, tuning out of social media, and diving deep into community. Music Minute features Rage Against the Machine, 4 Non Blondes, Limp Bizkit, and System of a Down.Check out She RecoversCheck out  Sober Mom SquadCheck out  The Luckiest Club  Order The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. Sign up for Tawny’s newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Order Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    44 min

  2. NOV 8

    Episode 245: Reframing Our Drinking Eras

    Tawny and Lisa talk about how they look back on their drinking days now. There’s compassion for their old selves, gratitude for living a booze-free life, and an appreciation that in all the drama and mess, there are happy memories to look back on. Not to mention, that they wouldn’t have the lives they have today without living through all the experiences they had before. Music Minute features Texas country music and Oasis. Read Tawny’s Substack newletter, Reframing My Drinking Era  Pre-order The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    21 min

  3. NOV 1

    Episode 244: Dry Humping Turns One!

    Tawny and Lisa talk about what having Tawny’s book out in the world for a full year has brought. They catch up what’s followed on from the book’s publication, including THE SOBRIETY DECK. Things have changed, some for the good, with sober dating apps and sober mixers popping up. But some of the big sober dating challenges remain. Tawny also shares about reader reactions.  Music Minute features the Stranger Things score and The Beatles. Buy Stick, Sexy, Sad  Pre-order The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    29 min

  4. OCT 25

    Episode 243: How to Find a Therapist with Satya Doyle Byock

    Tawny and Lisa talk with Satya Doyle Byock, LPC, about her book, QUARTERLIFE: The Search for Self in Early Adulthood. Satya is a practicing Jungian psychotherapist in Portland and the director of The Salome Institute of Jungian Studies, where she regularly teaches online seminars. They talk about the changes that happen in early adulthood, as well as how find a therapist despite all of the challenges, including insurance. Music Minute features Bill Evans, Maggie Rogers, and Beyonce Find all things Satya on her website.  Buy QUARTERLIFE: The Search for Self in Early Adulthood  Sign up for Satya’s Substack newsletter and check out Why You Struggle to Find a Therapist  Preorder The Sobriety Deck Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses)            `Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    47 min

  5. OCT 18

    Episode 242: Dry Month 101 with Hilary Sheinbaum

    Tawny and Lisa talk with Hilary Sheinbaum about her new workbook, GOING DRY: A Practical Guide to Drinking Less and Living More. The workbook takes readers through all phases of a sober or sober-curious journey, ranging from assessing your relationship with drinking to setting realistic expectations to discovering new experiences that bring you joy without booze. Music Minute features Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and Flow State on Substack  Get GOING DRY: A Practical Guide to Drinking Less and Living More  Get The Dry Challenge: How to Lose the Booze for Dry January, Sober October, and Any Other Alcohol-Free Month  Check out Hilary’s TED Talk, Dry Dating: Why and How  Check out Hilary’s GoingDry.co event series. Find Hilary on IG: @hilarywritesny and @goingdry.co  More on socials: #goingdrybook Preorder The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. Sign up for Tawny’s newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Order Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    37 min

  6. OCT 11

    Episode 241: Internet and Technology Addiction

    Tawny and Lisa talk about the specific challenges that addiction to the internet and phones bring. We need them for our work and personal lives. But they can also take over, causing problems and stress through compulsive scrolling, checking social media, and diving down rabbit holes. They talk about Internet and Technology Addicts Anonymous and the broad range of habits and behaviors it helps address.  Music Minute features Blondie and Beyonce/Lady Gaga Check out Tawny’s recent Substack article, Are you addicted to your phone? Read Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture Pre-order The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Subscribe to Tawny’s newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    40 min

  7. OCT 4

    Episode 240: Recovery and Exercise

    Tawny and Lisa talk with Crystal Hill, President and CEO of Twin Cities Wellness Center and Recovery Gym, an intensive outpatient treatment program that includes a physical fitness component. They discuss the benefits of exercise in co-occurring disorder treatment, the importance of finding the right community, and Moral Reconation Therapy.  Music Minute features Iggy Azalea and Liquid Stranger. Check out Twin Cities Wellness Center & Recovery Gym  Preorder The Sobriety Deck Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Subscribe to Tawny’s newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses)            `Purchase Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    34 min

  8. SEP 27

    Episode 239: A Healthy NA Drinking Culture

    Tawny and Lisa chat with Betsy Frost, the CEO of Hoplark, a non-alcoholic beverage brand brewing hop teas and waters with layered flavors. They talk about the evolving NA drink scene and innovations. The drinks aren’t just for sober folks, but for anyone focused on their health and wellness. The also talk about mentorship for women in business, fostering leadership and community. Music Minute features the Minnesota Orchestra and Nathaniel Rateliff. Use promo code RECOVERY for 35% your order of Hoplark Preorder The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny’s book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. Subscribe to Tawny’s newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny’s new NA drink, (parentheses) Order Lisa’s memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

    42 min
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Co-hosted by recovery advocates Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara. A rock and roll-loving Gen X lawyer in 12-step recovery from addiction to alcohol and drugs. An equally rock-obsessed Millennial writer who found addiction recovery through blogging. Give them a couple microphones and you get the Recovery Rocks podcast, a new kind of discussion about the issues impacting those who struggle and recover, reflecting different perspectives, but finding much in common.

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  • Creator
    Recovery Rocks
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    252
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    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2024 Recovery Rocks
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