by Jodie Stevens | Jan 9, 2024 | Bible and Theology, Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Happiness, Psychology and Personal Growth |
As January unfolds, many individuals find themselves participating in Dry January, a month-long commitment to abstain from alcohol. While the focus here is on alcohol, the principles discussed can be applied to various substances or habits one may seek to reduce or...
by Jodie Stevens | Dec 18, 2023 | Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Happiness, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Embark on the winding road to recovery and mental health challenges with our latest Genuine Life Recovery episode. This transformative journey spans physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, highlighting the importance of faith, personal growth, and mental...
by Jodie Stevens | Nov 5, 2023 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Choices, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Out latest Genuine Life Recovery conversation unveils the transformative journey my husband Aaron embarked on, battling alcohol addiction, health issues, and the intricate process of achieving sustained sobriety. Join me as I narrate his challenging yet inspiring...
by Jodie Stevens | Oct 31, 2023 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Boundaries, Choices, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
In a recent episode of the Genuine Life Recovery Podcast, my guest, Robin Padilla, shares her journey of overcoming trauma and domestic violence. Her story, emblematic of many who have faced addiction and trauma, sheds light on the harsh realities she endured....
by Jodie Stevens | Sep 14, 2021 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Choices, Psychology and Personal Growth |
“When a codependent dies, someone else’s life flashes before their eyes.” I know, it’s funny and not funny at the same time. When I first heard that ‘joke’ I didn’t know whether to laugh or to cry. Before I describe codependency, I want to point out that we are all...
by Jodie Stevens | Jun 6, 2021 | Hope, Choices, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Psychology and Personal Growth |
There are three things you absolutely must do if you want to get and stay sober from drugs, alcohol, or any other life controlling substance or destructive life pattern: Admit You Have a ProblemAsk for HelpPractice Rigorous Honesty Admit You Have a Problem In my...