Addiction may be cunning, baffling, and powerful, but it is also possible.
Amid all the onslaught of disturbing statistics about our country’s addiction epidemic, it can be easy to lose sight of the individual rays of hope that personal recovery stories represent.
This week on The Man Rules podcast, host Dan Griffin brings together his pals the Deep Dive Guys to talk about their own recovery stories in celebration of National Recovery Month.
Just listening to the episode might be reassurance that “it works if you work it.” But for those looking to live a better life today – in recovery or no – these tips might be a great start.
Practical & Tactical Tips
1. Take time out of your day at any given moment simply to take three deep breaths. Think about what you need for the day and what you would do if you didn’t let judgment get in the way of taking care of yourself.
2. Get outside and into nature. Go for a walk. Go to the ocean. Lay down on the grass and feel the sun on your face. Take a hike into the woods or the mountains. Ride a bike and stop after a certain point in simply look around you. Do something to connect to the world around you.
3. Reach out to one person this week and ask for help with something with which you have been struggling. Take a risk. Let go of the ego and the judgment. Walk through a little more of that shame and give yourself the gift of support.
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About the Deep Dive Guys
For more information about Tim Walsh, check out his website timwalshconsulting.com. And, you can find Michael Dinneen on LinkedIn.
Mentioned in This Episode
The Gift of Fulfillment: Living The Principles of Healthy Recovery (Book by Michael Dinneen)
The parable of the long spoons
Viktor Frankl Quote on Success
Survivors workshop at The Meadows
Addiction and Recovery Resources
Reliable resources for learning more about addiction and finding help for yourself, a friend, or a family member.
General Information about Addiction
SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association
For People with Substance Addictions
For Families and Friends of People with Substance Addictions
SMART Recovery Family and Friends
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
