Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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12-Step Recovery, Multiple Pathways, and Recovery Coaching
12-Step Recovery, Multiple Pathways, and Recovery Coaching
12-Step Recovery, Multiple Pathways, and Recovery Coaching
Monday 2nd November 2020
Phil Valentine discusses 12-step programs, coaching, and more on diverse recovery pathways in this episode of 'Recovery Matters! Podcast'.
29 minutes
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Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Recovery Reimagined
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Get the buttons here!Diverse Paths to Sobriety: 12-Step Programs, Coaching, and More
For the recovery movement, you got to go to the words of Bill White. And when we sit before someone and tell our stories, that's real recovery, no matter the pathway, because you can see it, you can almost touch it, you can listen to it, and that's recovery, and we are blessed to work in that each and every day.
Ever wondered if there's more than one way to achieve sobriety? In this episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', CCAR's Executive Director, Phil Valentine, dives into the myriad of recovery pathways available today. Joining him are Communications Manager Tom Russo and IT Specialist Don Smith, who pepper him with questions about his well-known blog post, '12-Step Recovery, Multiple Pathways, and Recovery Coaching'.
Valentine shares his personal journey and experiences with 12-step programs while also shining a light on alternative methods like recovery coaching and Wellbriety. A standout moment in the discussion is when Valentine emphasizes the importance of breaking down the stigma around different recovery methods. He reflects, 'For the recovery movement, you got to go to the words of Bill White.
And when we sit before someone and tell our stories, that's real recovery, no matter the pathway, because you can see it, you can almost touch it, you can listen to it, and that's recovery, and we are blessed to work in that each and every day'. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone curious about the various ways people find their path to sobriety.
Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, you'll find valuable perspectives that challenge preconceived notions and celebrate the diverse journeys of those seeking a life free from addiction.