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In this episode of the Recovery Daily Podcast, I discuss the balance between self-reliance and reliance on a higher power. I share about my relationships with humility and responsibility in recovery. I explore the mantra "Thy will, not mine, be done" and how it guides me to align my actions with a higher purpose—the next right thing. Join me as I discuss the difference between the power of good and the power of God, and how asking "What good can I do today?" plays into simply trying to follow God's will, and the realization that the people around us can be our closest connection to the divine on Earth. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/eiD5B4XF #Godswill #ThyWillBeDone #ThyWill #selfreliance #higherpower #SpiritualGrowth #soberlife #sobrietyjourney #humility #sobrietylife #FaithInGod #FaithJourney #recoverydailypodcast #recoverypodcast #recovery

In this episode, we dive into a commonly asked question that almost every client who has children asks at some point: how do I NOT stuff up my kids? How can I make sure they don’t end up in body burnout, like I did? 🎙️ We cover: 🚫 Why you can’t actually protect your kids, fully 🧩 Parent archetypes that will stuff up kids in different ways, and the archetype that is the least likely to stuff up your kid 🧠 How children create self-limiting beliefs that set them up for body burnout 🌱Steps to help your kids create more loving beliefs about themselves, and how to help them shift dysfunctional beliefs and charged events and emotions from the body 🌟 A personal story about a time our daughter developed tics and how we helped her reprogram the deeper root-cause and free herself from anxiety and tics Head to our website to listen to our latest podcast episode, or listen on your favorite channel 🎧📻 https://lnkd.in/gYcTfCEy

Episode 6 of Rare Together has just been released! In this episode, we had the honour of speaking to Milla from Sweden and Milly from the UK, who kindly agreed to share their stories with us. Milla was born with a rare disease called Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis (LCA), which affected her eyesight and resulted in vision loss in her childhood. Milly was diagnosed with Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraines, Lipoedema, Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Ice Pick Headaches, and Visual Snow Syndrome. 🇸🇪🇬🇧 During our conversation, we discussed a wide range of topics, including Milla's experience as a neurodivergent and blind individual and the complexities of explaining what's happening in your body/brain to others. 🗣️💬 Listen to Milla and Milly’s inspiring story: YouTube: https://ow.ly/TmNS50R8ffG Spotify: https://ow.ly/4vqF50R8ffC Apple Podcasts: https://ow.ly/azOq50R8ffF #RareDisease #RareDiseases #Podcast #RareTogether #RareDiseaseAwareness #LebersCongenitalAmaurosis #SporadicHemiplegicMigraines #Lipoedema #PosturalTachycardiaSyndrome #POTS #IcePickHeadache #VisualSnowSyndrome

In the second podcast from our Brain Injury Special Interest Group, SIG lead Libby Ferrie and Group member Myles Govan examine the initial steps to take when dealing with a traumatic brain injury claim. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dqfbdH5K #Podcast #BrainInjury #BrainwavesPodcast #TBI

In this episode of the Recovery Daily Podcast, I start with talking about the desire to change. I explore the impact of catastrophic thinking and how using words like "always" and "never" can trap us in a negative mindset. Drawing inspiration from the "A Vision for You" chapter in the Big Book of AA, I discuss how finding a higher power helped me find myself. I share personal reflections on how my vision for myself has evolved throughout my dual recovery journey, highlighting the changes sobriety has brought to my life. I also talk about the relationship between sobriety and cleanliness, work ethic, productivity, energy, and creativity. Why would I wanna slow down with all that positivity! Join me as I uncover the steps to breaking free from limiting thoughts and embracing a new vision filled with hope, clarity, and purpose. This episode is all about recognizing the potential for change within us and harnessing it to build a brighter future while still practicing slowing down to protect my physical health in stroke recovery. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/egcmm4B2 #recoverydailypodcast #desiretochange #catastrophicthinking #positivemindsett #bigbookaa #higherpower #VisionForChange #sobrietyjourney #mentalclarity #dualrecovery #soberliving #workethic #productivity #recoverycommunity #personalgrowth

It can seem bizarre to people who haven't been traumatised that we can find even positive experiences and emotions triggering. But that's a reality for many of us, and actually when you dig into it (which I do in this podcast) it makes perfect sense. Our brains, and especially the attentional systems of our brains, are hijacked by trauma in an effort to try to keep us safe from the 'bad thing' happening again. We zone in on danger. And that danger can appear to be originating even from a good thing happening. That's not our fault – it's just our traumatised brain doing its best to anticipate danger and keep us safe – and in fact learning not to beat myself up for my 'overreaction' was an important aspect of my recovery journey. Listen now to my podcast where I look at how to deal with and tolerate not just negative emotions but positive ones too: https://lnkd.in/eGbscTzW You can also watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/epRNFn3Y

Have you ever said, “I NEVER win in raffles?” After losing, did you stop to think about the good that came from someone else’s win? In today’s episode, I’m sharing how yesterday’s raffle filled me with joy, even though I walked away empty-handed. We often find ourselves looking at others' success with envy or frustration, wondering why our own hard work doesn't seem to pay off the same way. In recovery, I’m learning that the true reward comes from being committed to doing the right thing, regardless of the outcome. Today’s disappointment might be one of the best things that ever happened to you. Sometimes, the pain or loss we experience isn’t for us, but for someone else’s benefit—and that’s a beautiful thing. Tune in to hear how I’m embracing this mindset and how you can, too. It’s not always about the win; it’s about making peace with the process. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and on ⁠YouTube⁠! https://lnkd.in/eyGVjey2 https://lnkd.in/e5WGUqx9... Visit me at ⁠⁠⁠recoverydailypodcast.com⁠⁠⁠ or email me at ⁠rachel@recoverydailypodcast.com⁠. #findingjoy #lifelessons #recoveryjourney #selfgrowth #dothenextrightthing #hardworkpaysoff #podcast #recoverydaily

In today's episode, I explore how to be gentle with ourselves in stroke recovery. I talk about the common struggle of feeling like we're not doing enough around the house, even when our loved ones reassure us that we are. I start by recognizing self-imposed expectations. During recovery, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking we're not doing enough because we're comparing our current capabilities to what we used to be able to do. I'll share my personal experiences of feeling like I should be doing more, even when I'm not feeling well. The reality is that these expectations aren't coming from our loved ones—they're coming from ourselves. I discuss how my inner critic blocks me from practicing self-compassion, insisting that I need to be constantly productive to feel worthy. However, this isn't sustainable, especially when symptoms flare up. I share some strategies I've found helpful in being gentler with myself. Tune in for practical advice, personal reflections, and a reminder that you are doing enough, just as you are. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/eDvrx_gi #selfcompassion #strokerecovery #strokesurvivor #strokesupport #stroke #strokerehab #strokesurvivors #recoverypodcast #recovery

It can seem bizarre to people who haven't been traumatised that we can find even positive experiences and emotions triggering. But that's a reality for many of us, and actually when you dig into it (which I do in this podcast) it makes perfect sense. Our brains, and especially the attentional systems of our brains, are hijacked by trauma in an effort to try to keep us safe from the 'bad thing' happening again. We zone in on danger. And that danger can appear to be originating even from a good thing happening. That's not our fault – it's just our traumatised brain doing its best to anticipate danger and keep us safe – and in fact learning not to beat myself up for my 'overreaction' was an important aspect of my recovery journey. Listen now to my podcast where I look at how to deal with and tolerate not just negative emotions but positive ones too: https://lnkd.in/eGbscTzW You can also watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/epRNFn3Y

It can seem bizarre to people who haven't been traumatised that we can find even positive experiences and emotions triggering. But that's a reality for many of us, and actually when you dig into it (which I do in this podcast) it makes perfect sense. Our brains, and especially the attentional systems of our brains, are hijacked by trauma in an effort to try to keep us safe from the 'bad thing' happening again. We zone in on danger. And that danger can appear to be originating even from a good thing happening. That's not our fault – it's just our traumatised brain doing its best to anticipate danger and keep us safe – and in fact learning not to beat myself up for my 'overreaction' was an important aspect of my recovery journey. Listen now to my podcast where I look at how to deal with and tolerate not just negative emotions but positive ones too: https://lnkd.in/eGbscTzW You can also watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/epRNFn3Y