Living a full life means experiencing a full range of emotions. There are many things we can all do to maximize our happiness, and happiness is increased by growing and learning. Join co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse as they discuss with Dr. Hal Baumchen more simple truths about obtaining…

There can be a strong desire to help and rescue a loved one from the consequences revolving around drug or alcohol use. While reducing the consequence for someone may appear helpful at first, reducing the pain of a consequence often reduces the behavior change that a consequence is expected to…

In the previous episode, Dr. Hal Baumchen spoke with co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse about the damage that dishonesty causes. Today, listen is as they discuss specific strategies to acknowledge mistakes, begin the reconciliation process, and rebuild a relationship with mutual respect and trust. Trust is a foundational piece…

Chemical dependency problems often come with hurt, betrayal, and heartache, and tear at the very fabric of a relationship. In today’s episode, co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse will talk with Dr. Hal Baumchen about rebuilding trust. They will discuss how damaging dishonesty can be to a relationship. Without trust,…

Why are people able to admit they have a problem with drugs or alcohol, and still have difficulty admitting they need help or treatment? Is the mindset filled with denial and minimization? During the previous podcast, co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse spoke with Dr. Hal Baumchen about the process…

It’s really hard to get anything out of treatment if you are resistant, argumentative, or have a sour attitude. In today’s podcast, Dr. Hal Baumchen will explain three critical areas of acceptance. He'll spend time with co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse discussing the importance of accepting the problem, accepting…

Similar to last week's podcast, the focus of today's episode is how substance use disorders can also have some cross-addiction elements including shopping and extravagant spending. Dr. Hal will talk with Co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse about common factors leading to compulsive shopping issues, types of shopping addictions, and…

Many people who struggle with drug use also have other addictions; they may struggle with sexual addictions, food, workaholism, or gambling addictions. Some people who are in recovery end up trading one addiction for another. Today, co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse will be speaking with Dr. Hal Baumchen about…

Of course there are numerous things you should not do in order to keep your recovery program strong. Co-hosts Tim Bode and Gaylen Morse will be talking with Dr. Hal Baumchen about the numerous things that you can do to prevent relapse from occurring. They will also discuss various ways…