Integrity - Recovered 1384
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Developing integrity in recovery is important for building trust, accountability, and authenticity in one's journey toward sobriety. Integrity is the compatibility between inner convictions and outward behavior. Integrity entails honesty with self and others about mistakes, acknowledging the impact of our actions, and taking responsibility by making amends. Integrity fosters a sense of self-respect and dignity, empowering individuals to honor their commitments, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate meaningful relationships based on trust and mutual respect. ...
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Courage - Recovered 1383
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Surrender - Recovered 1382
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Surrender is a fundamental concept in the journey of recovery from addiction, signifying a willingness to relinquish control and accept the reality of one's powerlessness over substances or other’s behaviors. It marks a pivotal moment of recognition, where individuals come to terms with the fact that their attempts to manage or control their addiction have been futile. Surrender does not signify weakness but rather strength, as it requires individuals to confront their vulnerabilities and humbly acknowledge their need for help. By surrendering to reality,...
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Hope - Recovered 1381
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Hope is not just a desirable aspect but a necessary cornerstone of a recovery program. In the depths of addiction, individuals often feel consumed by despair, powerless to break free from the cycle of substance abuse. In early recovery, hope provides a beacon of light amidst the darkness, offering the promise of a better tomorrow. It instills the belief that despite past mistakes and present struggles, a life of sobriety and fulfillment is attainable. This hope is not merely wishful thinking but a tangible force that drives individuals to take the...
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Step 11 - Recovered 1380
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Step 11 in a 12-step recovery program holds significant importance for both straight and LGBTQIA+ individuals as it emphasizes the practice of spiritual principles and mindfulness. Regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals in recovery often struggle with issues of self-acceptance, shame, and spiritual disconnection. Step 11 encourages regular prayer and meditation, fostering a deeper connection with a higher power or spiritual principles that transcend individual differences. For LGBTQIA+ individuals who may have experienced rejection...
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Step 10 - Recovered 1379
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Step 10 in a recovery program holds immense importance as it emphasizes the practice of ongoing self-reflection and accountability. This step involves a daily inventory of one's thoughts, actions, and behaviors, along with a prompt acknowledgment of any shortcomings or mistakes. By regularly examining their attitudes and conduct, individuals in recovery cultivate a heightened sense of self-awareness and honesty, which are crucial for maintaining sobriety. Step 10 serves as a preventative measure against relapse by enabling individuals to promptly address any...
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Steps 8 & 9 - Recovered 1378
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Steps 8 and 9 hold significant importance in the journey of recovery within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Step 8 involves making a list of individuals harmed during one's active addiction and becoming willing to make amends to them. This step fosters accountability and self-reflection, encouraging individuals to confront the consequences of their actions and take responsibility for repairing the harm caused. By identifying those who have been affected by their behavior, individuals in recovery begin to understand the ripple effects of their actions and the...
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Challenges - Recovered 1377
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Dealing with challenges in recovery is paramount to achieving sustained sobriety and personal growth. One of the key aspects is the recognition that recovery is not a linear process; setbacks and challenges are inevitable. Facing these difficulties head-on provides individuals with an opportunity for introspection and self-discovery. Through the support of a community that understands the struggles of addiction, people in recovery learn to confront and navigate challenges with resilience. This process fosters emotional strength, self-awareness, and coping...
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Steps 6 & 7 - Recovered 1376
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 Steps 6 and 7 are crucial stages in a recovery program, guiding individuals on their path to recovery. In Step 6, participants become willing to let go of their character defects—those negative traits or behaviors that hinder personal growth and well-being. This step calls for self-reflection and a genuine desire for change. It requires individuals to confront their shortcomings with honesty and openness, laying the groundwork for personal transformation. Recognizing the need for change and cultivating a willingness to let go of ingrained patterns are...
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Steps 4 and 5 - Recovered 1375
Recovered Podcast
To skip the intro, tap 3:25 In the context of recovery, steps 4 and 5 play crucial roles in fostering personal growth, self-awareness, and lasting change. Step 4 involves making a fearless and searching moral inventory of oneself. This introspective process requires individuals to honestly examine their past behaviors, actions, and attitudes, acknowledging both strengths and shortcomings. By confronting the often challenging aspects of one's past, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of their struggles, laying the foundation for meaningful transformation. This...
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Jim and Jason, we’ve been asked by many of our listeners, “How do we select a Treatment Program?” So I thought I’d ask you guys who have experience in the field some questions our listeners would like to Ask about Treatment Programs
Questions like…
how long?
how much?
what guarantee?
Have you heard these questions before Jim?
Alright then...So Jim, How long?
What about it Jason, how much?
Ok guys, what’s the guarantee?
1. Let’s start at the beginning. The first step in any Treatment is an assessment.
How do you know if you need treatment?
First of all what is an assessment and why is it important?
Do Treatment Facilities have different levels of care? What is important?
What are the Levels of Care available? What is critical?
How are clients evaluated during the treatment process, do clients get re-assessed?
What is eligibility criteria?
What about dual diagnosis? How do facilities deal with co-occurring mental health problems?
Does the program treat mental health problems?
What about the use of Medication-Assisted Treatment?
What about a client on meds, can facilities manage medications?
2 What about COMPREHENSIVE INTEGRATED TREATMENT
What is it?
What types?
What questions should be asked about Medical Care -
What about Sexual Health services, what might be available?
Trauma Services
Educational/Vocational Assistance
Other Services
What about the recovering community?
4. STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
staff-to-patient ratio?
What is the general nature of the staff?
Do treatment centers have doctors?
How about nurses?
What about the techs?
5. PAYING FOR TREATMENT
Payment Questions
What is the cost of the program? -
Is insurance accepted? -
financial aid? -
payment plan or sliding scale? -
6. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Is the program 12 step based?
What about evidence based treatment?
What about group therapy?
Individual treatment?
Is the program licensed by the state? Can some operate without a license?
What is the accreditation status of the program?
7. QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT FAMILY INVOLVEMENT
Friends and family, this is commonright? What is it?
Why is it important?
Al Anon?
11. CONTINUING CARE AND RECOVERY SUPPORTS
Does the treatment taper off so youth gradually leave the safety of the program?
Does the program design a continuing care plan that specifies what youth should do after they are discharged — such as get involved with positive free time activities?
Does the program provide referrals to community services that offer things for your child to do that don’t involve drug or alcohol use?
Any other things the program does to help the ongoing recovery process?
Once the program ends, does the staff conduct a few check-ups to see how things are going?
12. PROGRAM EVALUATION
Have you had your program evaluated?
What types of data have you collected and analyzed?
What are the outcomes of the evaluation?