Valerie is an Ohio native who relocated to NC and who is immersed in the recovery community. She is in long term recovery and shares her experience with substance use as well as her relationship with her higher power. As a long time member of a 12 step program, she credits "finding a higher power" to saving her life and she loves sharing that story with others in hopes of helping them find sobriety. 

Show References:
"Headspace" https://www.headspace.com/
Alcoholics Anonymous http://www.aa.org/
"Third Step Prayer" https://aa-netherlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/3rdstepprayer.pdf
Find a Meeting Near you https://www.aa.org/find-aa

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

"When you think of an alcoholic, what image comes to mind? What behaviors does someone have with an addiction? Have you known anyone who recovered from alcoholism? How did they do it, and what changed about them? You will be inspired, enlightened, and shocked by Kelly Staib’s miraculous transformation from a burning train running off the tracks alcoholic to a vibrant recovery leader.

Inside this book, Broken Is a Choice, you will be immersed in Kelly’s heartbreaking childhood sexual abuse, family abandonment, emotional and verbal abuse, harmful eating disorder, promiscuity, alternative lifestyle, and failed dysfunctional marriage. Then, you will learn exactly what she did to overcome her guilt, shame, trauma, and destructive lifestyle to get sober, manage a new way of life, and find her purpose to help others in the church, jail, and community.

Kelly’s authenticity, determination, and vulnerability bring hope to people suffering from addiction. Her relationship with Jesus is the foundation for her redemption, and the knowledge and tools she learns along her journey are the keys to ongoing sobriety. Kelly’s story is not written to focus on her but to let others know you do not have to remain in pain any longer. Your situation is unique, and within these pages are encouragement, wisdom, and resources to help you heal and move forward. Discover why you are not alone, the secrets to escaping your prison, and the truth that there is an excellent plan for your life!"

Podcast Resources:
Kelly's book, "Broken is a Choice" https://www.amazon.com/BROKEN-CHOICE-Resurrection-Trauma-Shame/dp/1952756510/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=broken+is+a+choice&qid=1673277411&sprefix=broken+is+a+choice%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-1

Jesus Calling Devotional Book https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Calling-Enjoying-Peace-Presence/dp/1591451884/ref=sr_1_1?crid=BQ2KQKQS0KM3&keywords=jesus+calling&qid=1673277446&sprefix=jesus+calling%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

Howard is a dear friend of Will's Place. Known around here as "Saint Howard", he has an incredible story of faith, recovery, and service to the world of addiction. A native of Ohio, veteran, and motorcycle enthusiast, we know you'll laugh and learn all in the same minute. 

If you'd like to reach out to Howard email us at info@willsplacenc.org

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

This month on Spiritual Recovery; the Podcast, we have a conversation with Kayla Z. from Illinois and our Director of Services, Sue Turner, at Will's Place.

Kayla is the Director of Patient Engagement at Addiction Policy Forum and has an incredible personal story of recovery that she shares in this episode!

Resources talked about in this episode:
Email Kayla: kzawislak@addictionpolicy.org
Addiction Policy Forum: www.addictionpolicy.org

• Recovery Support App- https://www.addictionpolicy.org/recovery-app 

Will's Place: 

• Email Sue - sue@willsplacenc.org 
• Call/text 980-581-8001 
• www.willsplacenc.org 

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

We are excited about this vulnerable and deeply honest conversation with Amber, from California, as she tells us her story of recovery, trauma, healing, and strength. We love getting to hear incredible stories of resilience and determination and are so excited to share Amber's with all of you! 

If you heard something you'd like to talk more about feel free to reach out to us at caitlin@willsplacenc.org 

Thanks to:
Tom Snuggs: Podcast Editing
Avery McAlhany: Cover Art
Will's Place: for hosting this podcast each month

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

This month we had the joy of talking with Laura Swisher, a sober woman from Charlotte, NC, and hear her story of redemption, hope, and freedom! She leads us in a beautifully humble conversation around alcohol addiction and how being honest with yourself and a higher power brings so much freedom and allows us to be the people our higher power created us to be! 

Podcast Resources:
willsplacenc.org 
Reach out to us any time - caitlin@willsplacenc.org 

Podcast Credits:
Editing: Tom Snuggs
Cover artwork: Avery McAlhany

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

Sue Turner, Director of Services at Will's Place Recovery Resource Center, leads a conversation about recovery and addiction and how both things impact families and friends of those who struggle with substance use disorder. Sue tells her own story of recovery and how her recovery led her to a life of service.

Resource References:
willsplacenc.org

"Addict in the Family" Beverly Conyers

Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) Group - PAL provides hope through education and support to parents of addicted loved ones. Self supporting through donations. In person and virtual meetings. Utilizes book written by founder, Michael Speakman. What makes PAL unique is the evidence-based educational component and the peer-to-peer support, where participants are encouraged to share their experiences with each other. Educational worksheets are supplied in each meeting, discussed in group. https://palgroup.org/pal-telephone-meetings/

Blanchard Institute Family support group - Free to anyone; meets Thursday evenings virtually 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm. Join meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97146691235?pwd=c3p4Y2xFS3VJdTNQejZvMVJEUkdHUT09
Question? Contact judyg@theblanchardinstitute.com

Live Well and Fully - Private, fee based program. 8 week program $995.00; options available for lesser cost. Certified Family Recovery Specialist Barbara Decker https://livewellandfully.com/
support@livewellandfully.com

Alanon Family Groups - Support for families and friends of alcoholics. Based on 12 Step program. Meetings are held online and in-person all over the world. https://al-anon.org/

Naranon Family Groups - Support for families and friends of people with addiction issues. Based on 12 Step program. Meetings are held online and in-person all over the world. https://www.nar-anon.org/

SYLVIA PARSONS | MS, LCAS, MAC, CIP, CCTP - Addictions, Co-occurring disorders, Women in transition, Interventions, Telehealth available sylvia@sylviaparsons.com
https://www.sylviaparsons.com/

CONTACT SUE TURNER: sue@willsplacenc.org

Podcast Credits:
Editing: Tom Snuggs
Cover Artwork: Avery McAlhany 

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001

Our guest this month is Dr. Mark Lassiter, a Dentist by trade, Will's Place Board member, and amazing friend of the recovery community! He joins us to talk about his own recovery journey and how his spiritual life has grown and changed throughout his recovery. He also shares a beautiful experience about how we can grow through incredibly difficult things if we never lose hope that our Higher Power is with us through everything. 

Resources discussed during this Podcast: 
willsplacenc.org - reach out to us any time with any question/situation surrounding addiction and/or recovery 
National Suicide Hotline: 800.723.8255
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): nami.org
Caitlin's email: caitlin@willsplacenc.org 

Editing Credits: Tom Snuggs
Cover art: Avery McAlhany

Email us at info@willsplacenc.org

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, reach out to Will's Place for help at 980-581-8001