The Truth About Addiction

Dr. Samantha Harte
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Dr. Samantha Harte is a speaker, best selling author, coach and sober mom of two. She is here to tell the truth about her life, which requires telling the truth about her addiction: how it presents, how it manifests, and how it shows up again and again in her recovery. This podcast is one giant deep dive into the truth about ALL TYPES OF addiction (and living sober) to dispel the myths, expose the truths, and create a community experience of worthiness, understanding and compassion.If you are a mompreneur and are looking for a community of like-minded women who are breaking all cycles of dysfunction and thriving in business, family, body image and spiritual well-being, join the waitlist below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rXCADAwdxnvpLNYR143KgrGPD0DLT7ExZgLwCR9hiqk/edit

  1. NOV 5

    From “You’re Fine” To Finding Answers: How I got in the best ENERGETIC and PHYSICAL shape of my LIFE in Perimenopause!!! with Dr. Sam

    Send us a text The body keeps the score, but it also leaves clues—and midlife is when those clues get loud. I share a clear, data-backed path through perimenopause: the first strange symptoms, the shrugged-off labs, and the moment I decided to stop tolerating discomfort and start tracking what mattered. If you’ve been told “you’re fine” while your hair breaks, your mood swings, your jeans won’t zip, and your LDL creeps up, this conversation hands you a roadmap. We unpack the real turning points: timing hormone tests to the luteal phase and discovering near-zero progesterone, starting targeted HRT and monitoring results, and replacing performative cardio with short, intentional strength training to protect bone density and rebuild lean mass. I talk through raising protein, prioritizing recovery, and the overlooked variable that changed my labs—reviewing long-term psychiatric medication that can elevate LDL, then tapering safely with medical guidance. Finally, I demystify peptide therapy: what it is, how to vet a provider, why labs matter before and after, and what shifted for me when I paired peptides with smarter training and a cleaner med list. This is a practical, compassionate guide for women who want to feel strong, clear, and in charge during perimenopause. You’ll hear the exact steps I took, the questions I asked, and the metrics I watched as my LDL dropped from 140 to 111 and my energy and composition improved. No quick fixes, no shame—just a precise stack and persistent self-advocacy. If you’re ready to trade confusion for a plan, press play, share this with a friend who needs it, and then subscribe and leave a review to help more women find this resource. What’s the first question you’ll ask your doctor this week? To book a FREE discovery call with Dr. Harte, click the link below: https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harte Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    37 min

  2. OCT 27

    What You Can’t Control Is Wrecking Your Peace, Here’s How To Reclaim It with Brooke Burke

    Send us a text Control feels safe until it steals our peace. We sit down with Brooke Burke for a candid, spirited conversation that turns into an unscripted coaching session on surrender, acceptance, and real-world agency. We unpack why powerlessness isn’t weakness but a compass pointing us away from unwinnable battles—other people’s moods, shifting schedules, the traffic, the verdicts of bosses or gatekeepers—and back toward choices that actually change our day. Together we trace how old survival strategies harden into overfunctioning and anxiety, and how pain can act like a circuit breaker that opens a window for change. Brooke shares a vulnerable story about planning the “perfect” family dinner and facing the gap between her hopes and reality. We use it to model three simple moves: name what’s not in your control, notice how control attempts create unmanageability, and choose one clear action you do own. Sometimes it’s as small as a group text: Is anyone free for dinner tonight? Expect a blend of practical tools and nervous-system literacy. We talk micro-pauses, sixty-second breath breaks, and nightly accountability scans, all designed to reduce cortisol, reclaim attention, and turn presence into a habit. We also explore the invisible emotional load many women carry, why uncertainty once felt like spiritual death for some of us, and how tracking what we can control—our second thought, our time, our self-talk, our rest—shifts life from frantic to manageable, and from manageable to joyful. If you’re ready to trade perfection for precision and control for clarity, press play. Share this with someone who needs a gentler way to be powerful, and leave a review to tell us the one thing you’ll stop trying to control this week. Subscribe for more mind, body, and spirit conversations that help you build a calmer, freer life. Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    1h 23m

  3. OCT 17

    Why nothing changed until I forgave myself: Dr. Harte's story of redemption

    Send us a text What if forgiveness isn’t something you give away—but the foundation you stand on? I share a raw story of recovery, grief, and betrayal that reframed everything I believed about healing. After losing my sister to overdose, my two worlds—clinical work and spiritual practice—collided, and I began translating the wisdom of recovery for anyone stuck in cycles of addiction, perfectionism, or emotional chaos. The ninth step’s spirit of amends became a mirror: before I could repair anything outside me, I had to make amends to myself. We walk through the turning points: trying to out-perfect a collapsing marriage, hitting a rock bottom that wasn’t dramatic but devastating, and discovering that self-soothing at thirty was the first adult act of compassion I’d allowed. I explain how I worked the steps on my relationship—naming powerlessness where I had none, confronting the inner critic that kept me hostage, and learning to speak from intuition instead of fear. When a five-year affair came to light, rage and space followed—and so did a new business born from a conviction that true wellness must include the spirit. Months later, a quiet inner voice asked if I was truly done. The answer didn’t come from public opinion or pride; it came from a shame-cleared self that could choose with integrity. For me, that meant staying, rebuilding, and creating a family. For you, it might mean leaving. The point is freedom. If you’ve wondered why your apologies don’t change anything, why perfectionism fails in matters of the heart, or how to stop paying for the past twice, this conversation offers practical steps and real hope. You’ll learn how to turn amends inward, talk to the critic without surrendering to it, and let intuition lead. Share this with someone who needs more self-compassion, subscribe for more honest conversations about recovery and wellness, and leave a review with the one belief you’re ready to release. Your freedom might start with a single self-forgiving sentence. To book a FREE discovery call with Dr. Harte, click the link below! https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harte Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    33 min

  4. SEP 22

    Success Won't Silence Your Soul: A Veteran's Story of Healing with Douglas James

    Send us a text Douglas James captivates listeners with his raw, vulnerable journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a wildly successful entrepreneur and devoted family man.  Growing up with a father battling addiction, mental illness, and violent tendencies, Douglas witnessed domestic abuse, experienced homelessness, and endured neglect that left deep emotional scars. His powerful testimony reveals how joining the Navy at 17 became his escape route—leading to a decade of military service and eventually building businesses that generated over $70 million in revenue. Yet despite external success, Douglas discovered a profound truth: "Success does not silence your soul." No amount of money, business achievements, or material comfort could heal the wounds inflicted during his formative years. The true transformation began when he embraced faith and learned that forgiveness wasn't about waiting for his father to change, but about allowing himself to be changed. Douglas shares the breakthrough moment when he sat with his father and offered forgiveness—not because his dad deserved it, but because holding onto resentment was poisoning only himself. This act of spiritual surrender created space for healing while still maintaining healthy boundaries. His practical approach to managing resentment through prayer and mindfulness offers listeners tangible tools for their own healing journeys. For anyone carrying the weight of past trauma or struggling with forgiveness, Douglas' story proves that breaking free from resentment can lead to both spiritual freedom and worldly success. His testimony reminds us that our legacy isn't measured by financial achievements but by the healing we embrace and the cycles we break for future generations. To book a FREE discovery call with Dr. Harte, click below! https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harte Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    24 min

  5. SEP 19

    Tough Love and Tender Hearts: The Paradox of Street Wisdom With Vince Ricci

    Send us a text Raw, unfiltered, and straight from the heart—Vince Ricci's story of transformation from Bronx street survivor to creative powerhouse will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about forgiveness, resilience, and what it truly means to protect those you love. The founder and CEO of Hubble Studio doesn't just share his success story; he rips open the vault on his tumultuous upbringing where survival meant discerning friend from foe, where trust could get you killed, and where the most feared men were sometimes the most tender-hearted. His candid reflections on growing up surrounded by violence, addiction, and chaos reveal how these experiences forged his uncompromising approach to both business and family. When armed intruders threatened his home, Vince's split-second decision to engage in what became a viral 75-second gunfight wasn't just about self-preservation—it was about an absolute commitment to protecting his family at all costs. "That outcome was a million percent better than letting them in my house," he explains with chilling clarity. Yet perhaps most surprising is his matter-of-fact forgiveness toward those same attackers: "He's doing what he knows to do...what do I need to forgive him for?" This paradoxical ability to be both unflinchingly tough and remarkably compassionate defines Vince's approach to fatherhood, business relationships, and personal growth. He's built Hubble Studio into a creative juggernaut that's shot hundreds of Vogue covers and worked with countless A-list celebrities, while simultaneously honoring his mother's memory through charity work that transforms lives. Whether recounting street confrontations or explaining how he teaches his young daughter both fearlessness and security, Vince delivers hard-earned wisdom with unexpected vulnerability. "If you dwell on shit, you're going to live in that shit," he states plainly, revealing that his approach to forgiveness isn't about moral superiority—it's about freedom. Ready to challenge your own perspectives on healing, protection, and what it means to truly move forward? This episode will leave you questioning where your own capacity for forgiveness ends, and whether your past is defining your future more than you realize. Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    53 min

  6. SEP 15

    Breaking Emotional Chains Through Poetic Expression with Marshall Jones

    Send us a text Marshall Davis Jones opens his heart and shares his profound journey through forgiveness in this soul-stirring conversation about healing, poetry, and personal liberation. A five-time TEDx speaker whose poems have been flown into space by NASA, Marshall reveals how the practice of forgiveness transformed not only his relationships but also healed debilitating physical pain. Through vivid storytelling, Marshall takes us through his evolution from writing viral poetry that reinforced blame to crafting poems that embody accountability and wholeness. His turning point came when he made two pivotal phone calls—one to his mother and one to his father—to speak his truth with clear boundaries: he would speak once, they would never discuss it again, and they couldn't respond. "The morning after," Marshall shares, "I woke up and I was like 'I'm an adult now. I can take full accountability for my life because I can no longer blame my parents for why I am the way I am.'" The highlight of our conversation arrives when Marshall performs his never-before-shared poem "The Body Keeps the Score," a masterpiece weaving metaphors about tennis, physical pain, and the necessity of forgiveness. His message resonates with bone-deep truth: "You won't forget, but damn it, you must forgive, because holding on to this will kill any reason to live." Marshall illuminates the three essential elements of healing—agency (the right to act), autonomy (the right to choose), and accountability—revealing how forgiveness becomes possible when we reclaim our power rather than projecting blame outward. Whether you're struggling with family relationships, physical pain with emotional roots, or simply seeking to embody your highest values, Marshall's wisdom offers a roadmap for genuine transformation. Listen, share with someone who needs to hear this message, and if you're feeling spiritually stuck, book a free discovery call through the link in the show notes. Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    24 min

  7. SEP 8

    Are You Living a Life Worth Dying For? with Dr. Greg Kimble

    Send us a text Greg Kimble's story defies the ordinary arc of success. From a Capitol Records artist at 15 to a Vegas headliner at 21 making $25,000 weekly, his early trajectory seemed glamorous—until it nearly destroyed him. When his father showed up unannounced to save him from self-destruction, Greg experienced the first of many spiritual nudges that would ultimately redirect his life toward purpose and impact. "Everyone has something inside that is needed and necessary in this world," Greg shares with electric conviction. This belief fuels his work through The Final Percent, a company named after witnessing a total solar eclipse in Wyoming. The metaphor is powerful—at 99% coverage, daylight remains equivalent to 10,000 full moons, but that final 1% creates total transformation. This philosophy now drives his approach to personal development and the 15 international masterminds he leads. What makes this conversation particularly compelling is Greg's raw honesty about family trauma and forgiveness. Rather than perpetuating cycles of violence with his abusive brother, he chose a different path—"Conflict is inevitable. Combat is a choice." This distinction offers listeners a framework for handling their own difficult relationships without compromising their values or peace. Most striking is Greg's challenge about imagination itself. "Both faith and fear are completely made up," he explains, suggesting we have the power to choose which stories we tell ourselves. Why invent worst-case scenarios when we could just as easily imagine positive outcomes? His practical approach to spirituality frames God not as a "genie" but as a partner who provides opportunities that require our action. Are you living a life worth dying for? As Greg points out, no one knows when their time will end—"life hides the game clock." This sobering reality isn't meant to frighten but to galvanize. Stop waiting for perfect conditions, take massive action on your ideas, and show the world who you truly are. Your journey toward purpose begins with a single, courageous step. To Book a FREE DISCOVERY CALL with Dr. Harte, click the link below! https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harte Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    33 min

  8. SEP 3

    Camp Counselor to Conscious Creators: Reunited After 40 Years

    Send us a text What happens when two souls reconnect after four decades apart? In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Pam Yudko – who was once my camp counselor when I was just six years old, and is now a nationally recognized transformational coach with over 20 years of experience helping people break free from limiting beliefs. Our conversation, recorded live at my Heart Conscious Creators event in Los Angeles, explores the profound power of acknowledgment in healing relationships. Pam shares with remarkable vulnerability how she discovered layers of judgment she was still holding toward her husband of 21 years, despite thinking she had "done the work" already. The breakthrough came during a simple hike when he finally acknowledged her feelings about not feeling safe – that simple "I hear you, I'm sorry" transformed their entire relationship. What makes this discussion so powerful is Pam's willingness to examine how our earliest emotional needs continue shaping our adult relationships. She identifies safety as her primary need – above love and belonging – which explains why her defenses activate so quickly when she doesn't feel secure. Through a recent conflict with her husband, she reveals how his response of love rather than matching anger allowed her to access feelings she'd been protecting herself from – particularly the pain of disappointing someone she loves. This episode offers a masterclass in relationship healing through its raw authenticity. We acknowledge that spiritual and emotional growth isn't a one-time achievement but an ongoing process. As I share during our talk, "We don't graduate from our spiritual curriculum here on Earth." Each challenge presents an opportunity to either fall back into old patterns or expand our spiritual vessel enough to shift into a new destiny. Join us for this deeply moving conversation about breaking circuits, removing protective walls, and finding the courage to feel everything – even the emotions we've spent a lifetime avoiding. If you're ready to transform your relationships through radical honesty and acknowledgment, this episode is your invitation to begin. To Book a FREE DISCOVERY call with Dr. Harte, click the link below! https://calendly.com/drharte/free-discovery-call-w-dr-harte Support the show #thetruthaboutaddiction #sobriety #the12steps #recovery #therapy #mentalhealth #podcasts #emotionalsobriety #soberliving #sobermindset #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #aa #soberlife #mindfulness #wellness #wellnessjourney #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #sobermovement #recoveroutloud #sobercurious #sobermoms #soberwomen #author #soberauthor #purpose #passion #perspective

    27 min
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Dr. Samantha Harte is a speaker, best selling author, coach and sober mom of two. She is here to tell the truth about her life, which requires telling the truth about her addiction: how it presents, how it manifests, and how it shows up again and again in her recovery. This podcast is one giant deep dive into the truth about ALL TYPES OF addiction (and living sober) to dispel the myths, expose the truths, and create a community experience of worthiness, understanding and compassion.If you are a mompreneur and are looking for a community of like-minded women who are breaking all cycles of dysfunction and thriving in business, family, body image and spiritual well-being, join the waitlist below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rXCADAwdxnvpLNYR143KgrGPD0DLT7ExZgLwCR9hiqk/edit

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  • Creator
    Dr. Samantha Harte
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Truth About Addiction
  • Show Website
    The Truth About Addiction

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