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In this week's episode, host Steve, celebrating 1,202 days of sobriety, welcomes back Chad to continue their conversation on sobriety, fitness, and competition after bonding at OutSport's OutVivor event. Chad shares his experiences in various competitions, from marathons to soccer, and how pushing his limits has been a crucial part of his sober journey. He also provides insights into balancing fitness, fun, and personal growth while staying connected to recovery. The conversation delves into both solo and team competitions, how sobriety has transformed their approach to challenges, and the importance of a balanced social life inside and outside of recovery. Chad also reflects on his journey through sports leagues, OutVivor, and the growth he’s experienced from taking part in these events.

Key Takeaways:

• Chad shares how competing against himself, rather than others, fuels his drive.
• Steve reflects on how pushing his limits in sobriety has transformed his relationship with fitness and competition.
• The importance of balance: staying active in both recovery and personal fitness goals.
• Chad's experiences with group sports, including joining sober leagues, and later expanding his circle in non-sober environments.
• The parallels between training for marathons and staying sober, focusing on taking things one step at a time.
• Advice for anyone interested in trying a new challenge like a marathon, sports league, or competition.

If you’re curious about pushing your limits in sobriety, join Steve and Chad as they explore how competing can be a powerful tool for personal growth.

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Host Steve celebrates 1,195 days of sobriety and welcomes Chad to share his powerful journey. Together, we explore the importance of self-discovery, overcoming toxic relationships, and building a life rooted in recovery and community.

• Celebrating Sobriety: Steve marks 1,195 days sober and introduces Chad to the show.
• Starting Early: Chad’s journey to sobriety and the struggles he faced along the way.
• Overcoming Challenges: From toxic relationships to personal growth, Chad opens up about the hardships he conquered in early recovery.
• Community & Transformation: Chad’s experiences in sober community activities and how they’ve shaped his recovery.
• Advice for Newcomers: Chad offers valuable insights and advice for those in early recovery or facing challenges.
• Looking Ahead: A teaser for a follow-up discussion on competing in fun events in sobriety.

Tune in next episode for part two, where we discuss participating in competitions sober.

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In this episode, Sober Steve celebrates 1,186 days of sobriety and welcomes Melinda Dixon, the first member from Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACA) to join the show. Melinda shares her powerful journey toward emotional sobriety, shedding light on how ACA has profoundly shaped her life. The conversation explores the importance of emotional regulation through human connection, the power of community, and the impact of understanding one's core wounds on maintaining healthy relationships. Steve and Melinda also discuss the evolution of their queer identities in sobriety and the pride they’ve found in their unique personal journeys.

- Celebrating Sobriety: Steve marks 1,186 days of sobriety and introduces Melinda as the first ACA guest.
- Emotional Sobriety: Melinda’s journey to emotional regulation through connection and ACA meetings.
- Understanding Core Wounds: How this understanding has helped Melinda establish healthy boundaries and relationships.
- Queer Identity in Sobriety: The pride Steve and Melinda have found in their unique queer identities within and apart from the LGBT+ community.
- Self-Care Practices: Exploring the role of gratitude lists, exercise, and fine dining in maintaining recovery.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on emotional sobriety, queer identity, and personal growth in recovery, and leave a rating and review to pay it forward for the next person who might find the show!

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