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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we sit down with Faustoâbetter known online as Not Your Average Counselor. Fausto shares his powerful sobriety journey and how he turned some of lifeâs biggest challenges into fuel for something much greater.
After getting sober, Fausto made it his life mission to help others healâoffering therapy and mental health support for free. Yep, free. His passion for service and his ability to connect with people on a real, raw level has helped him impact thousands of lives across California and beyond.
We talk about how Fausto found purpose through pain, why accessibility in mental health care matters, and how heâs using his platform to change the game. Whether youâre early in recovery, thinking about getting clean, or just looking for some serious inspirationâthis episode is for you.
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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, we dive deep into the Fourth Step of Alcoholics Anonymousâthe personal moral inventoryâand why the spirit behind this step is just as important as the words on the page.
Too often, this crucial step gets misunderstood or misused. We talk about how some sponsorsâwithout meaning toâslip into the role of therapist, crossing lines that can actually hurt more than help. We unpack why this step is not about blame or shame, but rather about truth, clarity, and freedom.
We also discuss the importance of working the 12 steps with someone who truly understands the spiritual foundation of the program, not just someone going through the motions. Over the last 50+ years, the 12-step world has changedâand in some ways, the original message has gotten diluted. We get honest about whatâs working, what isnât, and how to get back to the basics that actually lead to long-term sobriety.
This episode is sponsored by SoberLink, an app/breathalyzer device designed to help you stay connected and accountable throughout your recovery journey.
If youâre in recovery, working with a sponsor, or even sponsoring someone yourselfâthis episode will challenge you to go deeper and get real about what this step is all about.
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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, Tom and Eric sit down to explore a topic that often gets overlooked in early sobriety: gratitudeânot just for the good days, but for the tough ones too.
We kick off the conversation with a powerful question from someone inside our Sobriety Network Facebook group: âHow do I stay grateful when everything feels hard?â That sparks a raw, honest discussion about how the path of sobriety isn't always sunshine and serenityâbut how the struggles, setbacks, and emotional lows are often the moments that shape us the most.
We talk about how easy it is to drift into frustration or comparison as time goes on in recovery, and how important it is to shift our mindset back to gratitudeâgratitude for growth, for clarity, for peace of mind, and even for the hardships that teach us who we really are.
Eric and Tom share personal stories of times when sobriety felt like a grind, and how pushing through those seasons actually deepened their appreciation for the life theyâve built in recovery. We also reflect on how gratitude isn't something that just shows upâitâs something we cultivate through practice, service, and perspective.
If youâre in a season where sobriety feels heavy, or youâre just looking for some encouragement to help you keep showing up, this oneâs for you.
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In this episode, we sit down with Adam Nimoy â filmmaker, author, and son of the legendary Leonard Nimoy, best known as Spock from Star Trek. Adam opens up about what it was like growing up in the shadow of fame, the challenges within his relationship with his father, and how addiction shaped so much of that dynamic.
But this isnât just a story about struggle â itâs about healing. Adam shares how working a 12-step program not only changed his life, but ultimately helped repair the relationship with his dad after years of distance and dysfunction.
With over 21 years sober, Adam talks about whatâs kept him grounded, what recovery looks like today, and why the spiritual principles of the program still guide him every day. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and a reminder that itâs never too late to change â and never too late to reconnect.
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In this episode, weâre hanging out with Brad Compton, who shares his story of addiction, how far it took him down, and what it took to finally turn things around. Brad gets real about the role a 12-step program played in his recovery and how leaning into his spirituality completely changed his life.
Today, heâs celebrating 11 years clean and sober, and heâs using his experience to help others. Brad now works with Family First, an amazing adolescent program that supports teens (ages 12â17) who are struggling with addiction.
His passion for helping young people and their families is powerful â and it all stems from the life heâs lived and the freedom heâs found in recovery. If youâre looking for a story full of honesty, hope, and whatâs possible when you surrender and do the work, this oneâs for you.
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Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this episode, weâre joined by Dr. Sam Zand, founder of Anywhere Clinic, to talk about the evolving landscape of addiction treatment. Dr. Zand shares what heâs learned over the years working with substance abuse patients and what truly makes a difference in their recovery journey.
We dive into some of the cutting-edge treatments that are starting to gain traction in the mental health and addiction world, and we also take a hard look at where modern medicine has missed the markâespecially when it comes to truly healing the whole person.
If youâre curious about whatâs next in addiction recovery, what needs to change in how we treat it, and how we can bridge the gap between science and compassion, this is a conversation you donât want to miss.
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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Laura, a mother who opens up about her sonâs battle with addiction and how itâs impacted her life. She shares the emotional highs and lows of watching her son struggle, and the overwhelming sense of gratitude she feels now that heâs finally entered treatment.
Laura talks about how, despite having no prior experience with addiction, sheâs learning to lean on faithâand truly believes that God has aligned every step of this journey for the better. She also shares the honest truth about her fears, her uncertainties, and how sheâs choosing to stay hopeful as her son begins his path to recovery.
This episode is for any parent navigating the chaos of a loved oneâs addiction. Lauraâs story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, thereâs still room for hope.
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In this episode, we dive into the subtle but dangerous ways people sabotage their recovery by trying to find loopholesâjustifying behaviors, bending the rules, or searching for âsafeâ ways to still get high without calling it a relapse.
We talk about what it looks like when someone isnât truly solid in their sobriety, and how setting unrealistic expectations for themselvesâlike needing to be perfectly healed or have everything figured outâcan set them up for disappointment and, ultimately, relapse.
We also discuss the topic of hidden reservationsâthose quiet little âwhat ifsâ in the back of someoneâs mind. âIf it gets too hard, I can always use.â Often, these reservations arenât obvious to the people around them, but theyâre dangerous and real.
Finally, we break down why itâs so important to build a strong foundation in early sobriety, and how having a clear reasonâand desireâto stay sober is what truly makes the difference. If youâve ever struggled with being half-in or noticed someone you care about slipping without fully falling, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, weâre joined by Jared, who shares a raw and honest look at what it really took for him to get clean and sober. Jared opens up about the darkest parts of his addictionâthe chaos, the desperation, and the extreme lengths he would go to just to get his next fix. But he didnât stay stuck there.
Jared walks us through the turning point in his life, what finally pushed him to seek help, and how his recovery has transformed not just his sobriety, but his outlook on life. This is a powerful conversation about what happens when you hit bottomâand whatâs possible when you decide youâre done digging.
If youâre looking for hope, truth, and a reminder that recovery is possible no matter how far gone you feel, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, we talk directly to parents and loved ones who are sending their adult child off to treatment. Itâs one of the hardest things to doâtrusting someone else with your childâs recovery. But as tough as it is, learning when to lean in and when to step back can make all the difference.
We dive into how much involvement is actually helpful, and where well-meaning actions can cross into being overly controlling. We also cover the common pitfalls parents face during this processâlike micromanaging treatment or trying to emotionally buffer every consequence.
We explain why itâs so important to let the professionals do what theyâre trained to do, while still staying supportive in a healthy, balanced way. If youâve ever struggled with how to support your loved one without getting in the way of their recovery, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, I sit down with Ben and Eric to talk about one of the most powerfulâand often misunderstoodâparts of getting clean and sober: the amends process. We break down why making amends is such a crucial part of recovery, how it helps us repair the damage weâve done, and what it actually looks like when done the right way.
But we also talk about the flip sideâwhy making amends too early can do more harm than good. A lot of people want to rush into it with two weeks sober, thinking itâll fix everything, but the truth is, timing matters. Thereâs a reason the amends process comes after working the previous steps.
Whether youâre new to recovery or have been walking this path for a while, this episode is full of real insight on what to doâand what not to doâwhen it comes to repairing relationships and moving forward in your sobriety.
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In this episode, we reconnect with Brian, who first joined us back on episode 361 while he was enrolled in our treatment program. Today, Brian is 14 months sober and has since transitioned back home to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He shares in detail what that transition was likeâthe challenges he faced, the emotional and environmental hurdles he had to overcome, and what he did to stay grounded in his recovery. Brian opens up about the habits, mindset shifts, and support systems that have helped him maintain sobriety over the past year.
This episode is full of real talk about life after treatment and what it takes to keep going when the structure of treatment is no longer there. If youâre wondering what long-term recovery looks like after the program ends, this is one you donât want to miss.
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In this episode, we explore a topic that holds incredible weight in recoveryâforgiveness. Weâre joined by two guests whoâve done extensive research on how forgiveness impacts not just our emotional health, but our overall well-being, especially in sobriety. We dive into the science behind forgivenessâhow holding onto resentment, guilt, and shame can keep us stuck, and how choosing to forgive (ourselves and others) can actually lead to measurable improvements in mental, physical, and spiritual health.
Our guests share real-life examples and research-backed insights that show how forgiveness plays a critical role in long-term recovery. Whether youâre early in your sobriety or years into it, this episode offers tools and perspective to help you let go of whatâs been holding you backâso you can truly move forward.
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One of the biggest things that keeps recovering addicts and alcoholics stuck in the cycle of relapse and self-destruction is victim mentality. Itâs that mindset of "Life is out to get me," "No one understands what Iâve been through," or "I canât succeed because of my past." In this episode, weâre digging deep into: What victim mentality looks like in recovery â the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways it creeps in.
Why this mindset is dangerous â how it leads to resentment, isolation, and relapse. How to shift from self-pity to accountability â practical steps to take control of your sobriety. Why service work and gratitude are the ultimate antidotes to victim thinking. We also discuss how family members, sponsors, and recovery communities can help someone recognize when theyâre stuck in a victim mindsetâwithout enabling their excuses.
At the end of the day, your recovery is YOUR responsibility. No one is coming to save you, but the good news isâyou donât need saving. You just need to take action. If youâre ready to move from blaming to thriving, this episode is for you!
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Relapse doesnât happen overnightâit starts long before someone picks up a drink or a drug. In this episode, weâre breaking down the three biggest warning signs of relapse so you can recognize them early and take action before things spiral out of control.
We will cover:
Emotional relapse â When someone starts isolating, bottling up emotions, and neglecting self-care.
Mental relapse â The dangerous inner battle of cravings, romanticizing the past, and rationalizing use.
Behavioral relapse â The shift in actions, avoiding accountability, and making reckless choices.
Whether you're in recovery or supporting a loved one, knowing these warning signs could be the difference between staying sober and falling back into addiction. Tune in to learn how to catch relapse before it happens and what steps you can take right now to prevent it.
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On this episode, we sit down with Ian Fee, who shares his powerful story of getting sober and what ultimately led him to make the change seven years ago. But Ianâs path to sobriety wasnât the traditional routeâhe opens up about the unconventional way he got sober and how it shaped his journey in recovery.
We dive into whatâs worked for him, the challenges heâs faced, and the lessons heâs learned along the way. Whether youâre new to sobriety or have been on this journey for a while, Ianâs story is proof that thereâs no one-size-fits-all approach to getting cleanâbut there is always hope. Tune in for an inspiring conversation!
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On this episode, we sit down with Andrew âAceâ Greenspan, who opens up about his sobriety journey over the past nine months and what ultimately led him to make this life-changing decision. Diagnosed with autism at 18, Andrew shares how that impacted his addiction and the unique challenges he faced along the way.
He also talks in detail about the serious health consequences he suffered due to his substance use and how heâs working to rebuild his life. But what truly stands out in Andrewâs story is his deep connection to musicâhe explains how it has shaped his recovery and how heâs using his musical talents to inspire and impact the recovery community.
This is a powerful conversation about resilience, self-discovery, and the role that creativity plays in healing. Donât miss it!
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Struggling to quit drinking but canât go to treatment? In this episode, we discuss the exact strategies weâd use to stop drinking while living at home.
From building a solid support system to reshaping daily habits, we break down practical, real-world steps to help you take control of your sobriety. Whether youâre cutting back or quitting for good, these tips can help you on your journey. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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Not all alcoholics fit the stereotype of someone whose life is falling apart. In this episode, we dive into the reality of functional alcoholismâwhat it looks like, how it goes unnoticed, and why itâs still a serious problem. We break down the key signs of a functional alcoholic, including:
âď¸ Justifying or downplaying their drinking habits
âď¸ Hiding alcohol or lying about how much they drink
âď¸ Experiencing mood swings and irritability when they canât drink
âď¸ Using alcohol as a way to cope with stress or emotions
âď¸ Gradually increasing their alcohol consumption over time
For family members and loved ones, we discuss how to recognize the warning signs and the best ways to approach someone who may be struggling. Just because someone holds a job or keeps up appearances doesnât mean theyâre not battling addiction. If youâve ever questioned whether someone you love (or even yourself) might be a functional alcoholic, this episode will help bring clarity and guidance. Donât miss it!
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One of the hardest realities of addiction is watching someone prioritize drugs or alcohol over the people who love them the most. In this episode, we dive into why addiction takes control, making it seem like someone is choosing substances over their family, even when deep down, they donât want to.
If youâve ever struggled to understand why your loved one keeps using despite everything at stake, this episode will give you insight into the painful reality of addictionâand how real recovery is possible.
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