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...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 21, 2021 | Choices, Boundaries, Forgiveness, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Does forgiveness mean reconciliation? The quick answer: No. The reason is because forgiveness and reconciliation are two separate things. It is wonderful when relationships can be reconciled. However, that is not always possible or even safe for that matter. It is...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 13, 2021 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Choices, Happiness, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
“Lord, if you will strike me sober, I will throw away all my heavy metal CD’s.” That is how the conversation with God went 15 years ago when I desperately wanted to quit drinking. There I was in my swanky little apartment filling two big black heavy duty trash bags...
