Peer pressure doesn’t end after high school—and for those in recovery, it can be a persistent, subtle force that challenges even the strongest intentions. In this episode, we explore how peer influence shows up in social settings, family dynamics, and even within recovery communities themselves. Through candid conversations with individuals in long-term recovery and expert advice from addiction counselors, we unpack strategies for maintaining boundaries, building confidence, and choosing support systems that lift you up. If you’ve ever felt alone in your struggle to say no, this episode is a reminder that you’re not—and that resilience grows every time you stand your ground.
Today, we’re exploring a powerful and often overlooked tool for overcoming the challenges of addiction and incarceration. That tool is volunteering. Many people associate...
Overcoming the Odds Imagine this: a former addict, once trapped in the devastating cycle of substance abuse, incarceration, and societal stigma, now walks into...
The Impact of Toxic Relationships When you’re in recovery, every choice you make either strengthens or hinders your progress. And relationships often play a...