Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery

Recovery Greenhouse with Gerald Lott

Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery

  • S2 EP9 - Stephanie Reitzel and John Gay, SVVOR Recovery Coaches

S2 EP9 - Stephanie Reitzel and John Gay, SVVOR Recovery Coaches

Monday 4th March 2024

Join Gerald Lott with guests Stephanie Reitzel and John Gay as they discuss the strength found in community and peer support during recovery.
49 minutes
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
Supportive
Transformative

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Recovery Greenhouse with Gerald Lott
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Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery
Overview:
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Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Stephanie and John's Path to Sobriety: Finding Strength in Community

Episode Overview

  • Recovery capital and its role in fostering lasting sobriety
  • The significance of peer support in the recovery journey
  • Challenges and triumphs of rebuilding life post-addiction
  • Embracing change, resilience, and self-compassion in recovery
  • The transformative power of community and connection in recovery
You can run. And that was terrifying. You're welcome, Gerald.
Imagine navigating the rocky road of recovery with a guiding hand by your side. In this episode of 'Recovery Greenhouse', host Gerald Lott sits down with Stephanie Reitzel and John Gay, two dedicated recovery coaches from Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery. Their conversation is a heartfelt exploration of what it truly takes to rebuild a life after addiction.
Stephanie and John open up about their own journeys, sharing candid stories and practical advice that resonate with anyone touched by substance use disorders. They discuss 'recovery capital', the vital resources that help individuals maintain sobriety, and the profound impact of peer support. Through their eyes, you'll see how community, connection, and self-compassion can transform the recovery process.
Gerald's thoughtful questions and genuine empathy create a space where listeners can find both inspiration and actionable strategies for their own paths to sobriety. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a powerful reminder that no one has to walk this path alone.