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In this episode, we’re joined by Dominic Scalzo, who shares his journey of using health and fitness as a cornerstone of his sobriety. Dominic explains why he chose a fitness-focused lifestyle to manage stress and navigate the challenges of staying sober. We dive into simple, practical ways to incorporate fitness and nutrition into daily life, with Dominic emphasizing the importance of not overcomplicating things—starting with small steps, like taking a daily walk.

Dominic also takes us through his recent experience preparing for the Leadville race in Colorado. He opens up about the physical and mental hardships he encountered along the way and the valuable lessons he gained from pushing himself to new limits. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, self-care, and the power of health and fitness in recovery.

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk , Heather takes us through her path to sobriety, sharing the unique challenges she faced while getting clean at such a young age in New York. Her story offers insight into the mental and emotional hurdles of young sobriety and how she overcame them through determination and support. She talks about the critical importance of finding a reliable sponsor and the difference it made to have a solid, supportive community of women around her who understood the journey.

Heather dives into how her faith became a cornerstone of her sobriety, not only as a source of strength but as a daily guide that she leans on for hope and direction. This faith eventually led her to take on a new mission: establishing a sober living home for women in Delray Beach, Florida. She describes what inspired her to create a safe space for women seeking recovery, emphasizing her belief in the power of community, accountability, and compassion. Heather’s story is one of courage and service, highlighting how faith and fellowship can transform not only a life but a community.

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In this episode of Real Recovery Talk we delve into the nuanced world of sponsorship within both Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA). Sponsorship is a cornerstone of these programs, but each fellowship offers unique approaches and philosophies. We discuss how AA’s focus on alcoholism and NA’s approach to addiction in general shape sponsorship styles and what these differences mean for the sponsor-sponsee relationship.

We also share our thoughts on guiding someone through the 12 steps effectively, emphasizing how critical it is to tailor the process to the individual. In doing so, we highlight some common missteps that can turn the steps into hurdles rather than tools for growth. For instance, moving too quickly, being overly rigid, or focusing more on personal beliefs than on helping can be detrimental to a sponsee's journey.

This episode serves as both a guide and a reflective piece, offering valuable insights for sponsors, sponsees, and anyone interested in how the right approach to sponsorship can make all the difference in recovery.