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Sobriety Chat: Hayley
Listen to TV host Hayley talk about her former life as a work-hard-party-hard gal, being disconnected from her authentic self, learning how to sit with uncomfortable feelings and being OK with a quiet life.
July 27, 2022 – 6 comments
Ask An Expert: Fiona (Clinical Manager)
Today’s expert is Fiona, the Clinical Manager of CareNZ addiction treatment service in Wellington.
July 20, 2022 – 4 comments
Sober Story: Taryn
"I wasn’t a daily drinker, but I was a binge drinker and my drinking was usually accompanied with drug use, as well. The last months of my drinking/substance use were very chaotic."
July 15, 2022 – 5 comments
Sobriety Chat: Edith
Listen to Māori Cook Islander Edith talk about dealing with childhood neglect, learning how to honour anger and the work she does now helping others - particularly those in the Pacifica community.
July 8, 2022 – 8 comments
Sober Story: Molly
"Physically, I feel that I was healed by about nine months. Just slowly felt better and began to feel healthier. Emotionally it’s still a bit of a process for me. Mostly due to the deafness."
June 22, 2022 – 17 comments
Sobriety Chat: Mandy
Listen to author, recovery coach and podcaster Mandy discuss depression and anxiety, dealing with past trauma, the power of sharing and the science of happiness.
June 12, 2022 – 8 comments
Ask An Expert: Janet (Rehab Chairperson)
Today’s expert is Janet, an addictions counsellor and the Chairperson of the Higher Ground Drug Rehabilitation Trust.
June 6, 2022 – 2 comments
Sober Story: Graham
"The note was from my wife and it simply stated: “Okay. I think we have tried this limiting the drinking. It’s not working. You need to come up with a plan. It’s now your choice, me or the booze.”"
May 29, 2022 – 33 comments
Sobriety Chat: Greer
Listen to writer, award-winning journalist and PR advisor Greer talk about using 'mummy juice' to help with the pressure of being a military wife and mother, bringing an intense curiosity to sobriety, dealing with high pressure and stress and developing new relaxation rituals.
May 27, 2022 – 3 comments
Sober Story: Dawn
"The most difficult part was having to change everything in my life! It was so overwhelming."
May 7, 2022 – 5 comments