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  • Coach Arnie: Recovery From Pain

Coach Arnie: Recovery From Pain

Friday 3rd February 2023

Join Greg and Coach Arnie on 'Recovery On-Air' as they discuss how consistency and nutrition are key in overcoming physical and substance abuse recovery.
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Coach Arnie: The Power of Consistency in Overcoming Pain

For most people who come into recovery, they haven't just been dabbling in a drink after work, you know, and it got out of hand after a week. Then their relationships were breaking down a little bit. Change is hard but consistency is key.
What if the key to overcoming both physical and substance abuse recovery lies in consistency? In this episode of 'Recovery On-Air', Greg sits down with Coach Arnie to discuss how our brains often trick us into denying help and sticking to unhealthy patterns. Coach Arnie, with his rich background in neurology and dementia, shares his personal experiences and insights on the parallels between physical recovery and addiction recovery.
He emphasizes that real change often requires hitting rock bottom and that accepting help is crucial. But the real secret sauce? Consistency. Coach Arnie stresses that recovery isn't about quick fixes but about setting new habits and sticking to them. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they delve into how nutrition plays a role in recovery. Feeding the body with sugar and processed foods can create mental fog, making the journey even harder.
Coach Arnie encourages listeners to eat better, work out, and be kind to others as these small changes can significantly impact the recovery process. Privacy in recovery is another important topic they touch upon. Coach Arnie believes that keeping things private and avoiding band-aid solutions are essential for true healing. Whether the issue is financial, mental health, physical health, or substance abuse, seeking help takes time and consistency.
The episode wraps up with a beautiful metaphor of the Grand Canyon, symbolizing the challenging yet rewarding journey of recovery. Coach Arnie reminds us that while the path may be tough, it's crucial to keep moving forward. If you're looking for candid discussions about addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.