You can change your life. You have the power to make the changes you want in your life. The first step is to be aware of what you are doing in your life and how it is affecting you. What behaviors do you want to change? Do you want to stop eating unhealthy foods? Do you want to stop smoking? Do you want to lose weight? Do you want to start exercising more? Do you want to stop drinking alcohol? Do you want to stop spending money on things that are not important? Once you know what it is that you want, then it's time for action! Make a plan and start working towards achieving your goals!  Notice your negative thoughts. When you notice that you are thinking a negative thought, take a moment to recognize it for what it is — just a thought — and then let it go. Accept that the negative thought is not true. It’s important to realize that your negative thoughts don’t represent the truth about reality or other people. They are only your perceptions of events and other people, and they are not necessarily accurate. You can also remind yourself that everyone has good days and bad days; not everyone will feel like going out every time you suggest something fun together. Recognize when a situation is beyond your control and become an Agent of Recovery.

You can change your life. You have the power to make the changes you want in your life. The first step is to be aware of what you are doing in your life and how it is affecting you. What behaviors do you want to change? Do you want to stop eating unhealthy foods? Do you want to stop smoking? Do you want to lose weight? Do you want to start exercising more? Do you want to stop drinking alcohol? Do you want to stop spending money on things that are not important? Once you know what it is that you want, then it's time for action! Make a plan and start working towards achieving your goals!  Notice your negative thoughts. When you notice that you are thinking a negative thought, take a moment to recognize it for what it is — just a thought — and then let it go. Accept that the negative thought is not true. It’s important to realize that your negative thoughts don’t represent the truth about reality or other people. They are only your perceptions of events and other people, and they are not necessarily accurate. You can also remind yourself that everyone has good days and bad days; not everyone will feel like going out every time you suggest something fun together. Recognize when a situation is beyond your control and become an Agent of Recovery.

Things Get Better Q&A

In this episode of Agents of Recovery Brock and Blu excise Max as his talents were needed at football camp, and they explore the transformative power of personal reinvention. Listen as Brock and Blu delve into the principles they used to take their place in recovery by uncovering practical strategies for embracing change and discovering how to overcome obstacles on the path to personal growth. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to embark on your own journey of reinvention. Tune in now for an empowering and insightful discussion.

In this episode of Agents of Recovery Brock and Blu excise Max as his talents were needed at football camp, and they explore the transformative power of personal reinvention. Listen as Brock and Blu delve into the principles they used to take their place in recovery by uncovering practical strategies for embracing change and discovering how to overcome obstacles on the path to personal growth. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to embark on your own journey of reinvention. Tune in now for an empowering and insightful discussion.

Revamp and Rise: The Art of Reinventing Yourself

This week the Agents, Max Hall, Brock Bevell and Blu Robinson, dive deep into the best defense is a good offense. This is an old adage that has been around since ancient times, and it is still true today. This means that if you want to win any kind of battle, you must be proactive and take the initiative. You must be prepared to attack, but also be ready to defend yourself. This means that you should focus on strengthening your own position and attacking any weaknesses your opponent may have. By doing this, you will be able to take control of the situation and put yourself in the best position to win.

This week the Agents, Max Hall, Brock Bevell and Blu Robinson, dive deep into the best defense is a good offense. This is an old adage that has been around since ancient times, and it is still true today. This means that if you want to win any kind of battle, you must be proactive and take the initiative. You must be prepared to attack, but also be ready to defend yourself. This means that you should focus on strengthening your own position and attacking any weaknesses your opponent may have. By doing this, you will be able to take control of the situation and put yourself in the best position to win.

The Best Defense is a Strong Offense

It's important to remember that you're not alone in your struggles. Today the agents discuss the behavior chain. Thoughts &gt; Feelings &gt; Behavior &gt; Action &gt; Consequence  Triggers, emotions, and coping skills   We know it can be hard to find the right words when you're feeling down. That's why we've created this list of positive affirmations for you to read whenever you need a little pick-me-up. 1. Becoming yourself again: You are enough, just as you are. 2. Learn from past mistakes: You are capable of change, and no one has a crystal ball. But if they did, we bet they'd tell you that everything will work out exactly how it's supposed to. Don't forget that! 3. Be a positive influence on others: You have more power than you think—and so does everyone else around you! 4. Overcoming addiction: If someone tells me they don't have any problems with drugs or alcohol, I say "hmmm…" because everyone has problems with something (if only because the world is not perfect). And addiction is NOT a disease; it's a coping mechanism for dealing with those problems (which may or may not be caused by drugs or alcohol). So please don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

It's important to remember that you're not alone in your struggles. Today the agents discuss the behavior chain. Thoughts &gt; Feelings &gt; Behavior &gt; Action &gt; Consequence  Triggers, emotions, and coping skills   We know it can be hard to find the right words when you're feeling down. That's why we've created this list of positive affirmations for you to read whenever you need a little pick-me-up. 1. Becoming yourself again: You are enough, just as you are. 2. Learn from past mistakes: You are capable of change, and no one has a crystal ball. But if they did, we bet they'd tell you that everything will work out exactly how it's supposed to. Don't forget that! 3. Be a positive influence on others: You have more power than you think—and so does everyone else around you! 4. Overcoming addiction: If someone tells me they don't have any problems with drugs or alcohol, I say "hmmm…" because everyone has problems with something (if only because the world is not perfect). And addiction is NOT a disease; it's a coping mechanism for dealing with those problems (which may or may not be caused by drugs or alcohol). So please don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

Champion of Yourself

Life is worth living You have a choice to make today. You can choose to live in fear, or you can choose hope. You can choose hate or love. You can choose to let your past dictate your future, or you can choose to create your own path. It's all about making the right decisions for yourself and making them now. You are in control of your life—no matter what anyone else says about it or how much trouble it seems like you're in right now—and if you stop making bad choices and start making good ones, things will get better. And if they don't, that's okay too! Because no matter what happens in your life, it's still worth living because YOU ARE WORTH LIVING!

Life is worth living You have a choice to make today. You can choose to live in fear, or you can choose hope. You can choose hate or love. You can choose to let your past dictate your future, or you can choose to create your own path. It's all about making the right decisions for yourself and making them now. You are in control of your life—no matter what anyone else says about it or how much trouble it seems like you're in right now—and if you stop making bad choices and start making good ones, things will get better. And if they don't, that's okay too! Because no matter what happens in your life, it's still worth living because YOU ARE WORTH LIVING!

Life Worth Living

Being a better person and progressing is something we all strive for, but what does that actually mean? It takes time to change your habits and become who you really want to be, but it's worth it! Be a person who is always striving to be better. Who wants to be a good friend, an amazing parent, and a supportive partner? Someone who wants to help others and be there for them when they need me.  To achieve my goals and be the best at what I do. Also want to live a healthy life by eating well and exercising regularly. In addition to this, Stay true to who you really are. Become an Agent Of Sobriety!

Being a better person and progressing is something we all strive for, but what does that actually mean? It takes time to change your habits and become who you really want to be, but it's worth it! Be a person who is always striving to be better. Who wants to be a good friend, an amazing parent, and a supportive partner? Someone who wants to help others and be there for them when they need me.  To achieve my goals and be the best at what I do. Also want to live a healthy life by eating well and exercising regularly. In addition to this, Stay true to who you really are. Become an Agent Of Sobriety!

Level Up Sobriety

Improving your communication with loved ones and becoming a better person are great goals to have. To work on your communication skills, you may want to try active listening, expressing your feelings and needs clearly, and practicing empathy. As for becoming a better person, you can focus on personal growth by setting goals, practicing self-care, and being mindful of your actions and their impact on others. Finally, living life to the fullest can mean different things to different people. It may involve trying new things, taking risks, and pursuing your passions. Remember to take things one step at a time and be kind to yourself along the way.

Improving your communication with loved ones and becoming a better person are great goals to have. To work on your communication skills, you may want to try active listening, expressing your feelings and needs clearly, and practicing empathy. As for becoming a better person, you can focus on personal growth by setting goals, practicing self-care, and being mindful of your actions and their impact on others. Finally, living life to the fullest can mean different things to different people. It may involve trying new things, taking risks, and pursuing your passions. Remember to take things one step at a time and be kind to yourself along the way.

Help Others/Help You

Perspective is everything. Whether it's the way we view our journey in recovery or the way we view life in general, the way we look at things determines the outcome. The guys discuss what it means to have different perspectives, how it's not in your head, and how perspective is such a powerful element of recovery.  Take some time to look at your life, relationships and recovery in a different view this week. Our perception of situations can make a difference in our attitude and what we think about life. Our thoughts then create our feelings, which create our actions. Do what you can to change what you think and you will change your world.

Perspective is everything. Whether it's the way we view our journey in recovery or the way we view life in general, the way we look at things determines the outcome. The guys discuss what it means to have different perspectives, how it's not in your head, and how perspective is such a powerful element of recovery.  Take some time to look at your life, relationships and recovery in a different view this week. Our perception of situations can make a difference in our attitude and what we think about life. Our thoughts then create our feelings, which create our actions. Do what you can to change what you think and you will change your world.

It's All About Perspective

In this week's episode, the Agents take a deep dive into a problem we are not ready for, the Fentanyl epidemic. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin. It is both a prescribed drug, as well as a drug that is, at times, made and used illegally. Like morphine, prescription fentanyl is typically used to treat patients with severe pain, especially after surgery. It is also sometimes used to treat patients with chronic pain who are physically tolerant to other opioids. When prescribed by a doctor, fentanyl can be given as a shot, a patch that is put on a person’s skin, or as lozenges that are sucked like cough drops. Fentanyl that is illegally manufactured is dangerous. It is made without the quality controls of pharmaceutical-grade fentanyl and is a major contributor to recent increases in synthetic opioid overdose deaths. This illegally manufactured fentanyl is sold illegally as a powder, dropped onto blotter paper, put in eye droppers and nasal sprays, or made into counterfeit pills that look like other prescription opioids. Importantly, fentanyl is also being mixed with other drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA. This is especially risky when people taking drugs don’t realize that the drugs they are using might contain fentanyl and significantly increase their risk of overdose death. A person can easily overdose on fentanyl. An overdose occurs when a drug produces serious adverse effects and life-threatening symptoms. Death from an opioid overdose happens when the drug depresses the parts of the brain that control breathing. Fentanyl is addictive because of its potency. A person taking prescription fentanyl as instructed by a doctor can still experience dependence, which is characterized by withdrawal symptoms when the drug is stopped. A person can be dependent on a substance without being addicted, but dependence can sometimes lead to addiction.

In this week's episode, the Agents take a deep dive into a problem we are not ready for, the Fentanyl epidemic. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin. It is both a prescribed drug, as well as a drug that is, at times, made and used illegally. Like morphine, prescription fentanyl is typically used to treat patients with severe pain, especially after surgery. It is also sometimes used to treat patients with chronic pain who are physically tolerant to other opioids. When prescribed by a doctor, fentanyl can be given as a shot, a patch that is put on a person’s skin, or as lozenges that are sucked like cough drops. Fentanyl that is illegally manufactured is dangerous. It is made without the quality controls of pharmaceutical-grade fentanyl and is a major contributor to recent increases in synthetic opioid overdose deaths. This illegally manufactured fentanyl is sold illegally as a powder, dropped onto blotter paper, put in eye droppers and nasal sprays, or made into counterfeit pills that look like other prescription opioids. Importantly, fentanyl is also being mixed with other drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA. This is especially risky when people taking drugs don’t realize that the drugs they are using might contain fentanyl and significantly increase their risk of overdose death. A person can easily overdose on fentanyl. An overdose occurs when a drug produces serious adverse effects and life-threatening symptoms. Death from an opioid overdose happens when the drug depresses the parts of the brain that control breathing. Fentanyl is addictive because of its potency. A person taking prescription fentanyl as instructed by a doctor can still experience dependence, which is characterized by withdrawal symptoms when the drug is stopped. A person can be dependent on a substance without being addicted, but dependence can sometimes lead to addiction.

*BONUS*What Is Fentanyl

In recovery forgiveness is essential.  We often forgive under duress or because we know that holding a grudge isn’t suitable for the long term and may negatively impact our mental and physical health.  Forgiveness is a complex psychological process made up of many different factors, which can sometimes work together to create a positive outcome.  The same can be said when it comes to holding a grudge. Rationally, it may seem like you’re actively punishing the other person by not forgiving them.  But, holding on to your anger and resentment towards someone who wronged you may have negative consequences on your overall happiness.

In recovery forgiveness is essential. We often forgive under duress or because we know that holding a grudge isn’t suitable for the long term and may negatively impact our mental and physical health. Forgiveness is a complex psychological process made up of many different factors, which can sometimes work together to create a positive outcome. The same can be said when it comes to holding a grudge. Rationally, it may seem like you’re actively punishing the other person by not forgiving them. But, holding on to your anger and resentment towards someone who wronged you may have negative consequences on your overall happiness.

Forgiveness Vs Holding a Grudge

This podcast is hosted by retired NFL quarterback Max Hall, retired police officer turned recovery coach Brock Bevell, and mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor Blu Robinson cofounder of Addict II Athlete. These men are all in long-term recovery and bring different perspectives and understanding to recovery and sobriety. They help men overcome addiction, produce a more excellent lifestyle, and inspire movement from being a Victim of Addiction to an Agent of Recovery. These men in recovery come together to address addiction, recovery, communication, and relationship roadblocks that hinder hope and healing. Tune in to hear fantastic topics for anyone about addiction, mental health, and relationships. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn

Changing your perspective and improving your mindset can be a challenging but rewarding journey. One important step towards achieving these goals is to prioritize your physical health. Exercise regularly, eat a balanced and nutritious diet, and get enough sleep to ensure that your body is functioning at its best. This will not only improve your physical health but also boost your mental well-being and help you approach life with a more positive mindset. In addition to taking care of your physical health, it's important to actively work on changing your perspective. This can involve practicing gratitude, learning to see challenges as opportunities for growth, and actively seeking out new experiences and perspectives. Surrounding yourself with positive and supportive people can also help you maintain a more optimistic outlook on life. Remember that changing your perspective and improving your mindset is a journey, and it may take time and effort to see results. But by prioritizing your physical health and actively working to shift your perspective, you can create a more fulfilling and satisfying life for yourself.   instagram.com/agentsofrecovery   Addict To Athlete facebook.com/addicttoathlete instagram.com/addicttoathlete Victory RecoveryAZ facebook.com/victoryrecoveryaz instagram.com/victoryrecoveryaz

Changing your perspective and improving your mindset can be a challenging but rewarding journey. One important step towards achieving these goals is to prioritize your physical health. Exercise regularly, eat a balanced and nutritious diet, and get enough sleep to ensure that your body is functioning at its best. This will not only improve your physical health but also boost your mental well-being and help you approach life with a more positive mindset. In addition to taking care of your physical health, it's important to actively work on changing your perspective. This can involve practicing gratitude, learning to see challenges as opportunities for growth, and actively seeking out new experiences and perspectives. Surrounding yourself with positive and supportive people can also help you maintain a more optimistic outlook on life. Remember that changing your perspective and improving your mindset is a journey, and it may take time and effort to see results. But by prioritizing your physical health and actively working to shift your perspective, you can create a more fulfilling and satisfying life for yourself. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/agentsofrecovery/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/agentsofrecovery</a> Addict To Athlete <a href="http://facebook.com/addicttoathlete" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/addicttoathlete</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/addicttoathlete/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/addicttoathlete</a> Victory RecoveryAZ <a href="http://facebook.com/victoryrecoveryaz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/victoryrecoveryaz</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/victoryrecoveryaz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/victoryrecoveryaz</a>

Change world?Change Perspective

The Agents discuss; what kind of person you are when no one is around, being prepared for every situation, the importance of being your own cheerleader, highlights in recovery, and deciding to change or the decision to change. This Agents of Recovery podcast is dedicated to helping you prepare for the situations life might throw at you. Sometimes, we need a little reminder that we are in control of our own destiny and that we can choose to be positive and take back our lives. This podcast is just the thing to keep your goals top of mind and keep you on track to achieving them. This podcast is about becoming your own cheerleader, and transforming from a victim to an Agent of Recovery. You will learn how to be prepared for situations in which you are stuck, so you can get unstuck and move forward with your life!

The Agents discuss; what kind of person you are when no one is around, being prepared for every situation, the importance of being your own cheerleader, highlights in recovery, and deciding to change or the decision to change. This Agents of Recovery podcast is dedicated to helping you prepare for the situations life might throw at you. Sometimes, we need a little reminder that we are in control of our own destiny and that we can choose to be positive and take back our lives. This podcast is just the thing to keep your goals top of mind and keep you on track to achieving them. This podcast is about becoming your own cheerleader, and transforming from a victim to an Agent of Recovery. You will learn how to be prepared for situations in which you are stuck, so you can get unstuck and move forward with your life!

Solo Victories

The Agents, Blu Robinson, Max Hall, and Brock Bevell talk about the  BYU football alumni game and update Max Hall's Achilles rupture. They talk about how he is handling the pain, possible surgery, and set back to his physical goals. How do you confront trials in your life that come out of the blindside? How do you keep your head in the right mind-space? The Agents address these questions and more. If you are hurting or going through something difficult, you are not alone. And it's never too late to overcome a challenge. In fact, most of the greatest lessons in life come from the hardships we face. Embrace trials in your life, and be thankful for them because they will take you to new heights. Know that whatever is happening in your life - good or bad - can be used for good if you have the right mindset. You will find solutions to your problems and be better equipped for the next challenge that comes along! There are two types of people in the world. Those who embrace trials in their lives and those who run from them. Which one will you be? Sometimes the path we choose isn’t meant to last forever. Sometimes the hard lessons we learn take time. Listen now to learn how to become an Agent Of Recovery! Agents of Recovery podcast is hosted by retired NFL quarterback Max Hall, retired police officer turned recovery coach Brock Bevell, and mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor Blu Robinson cofounder of Addict II Athlete.

The Agents, <a href="https://www.addicttoathlete.com/theteam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blu Robinson</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/mxrd15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Max Hall</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brockbevell/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brock Bevell</a> talk about the <a href="https://byucougars.com/story/football/1303015/2023-alumni-game-rosters-announced-detmer-beck-set-lead-team-royal-and-team" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> BYU football alumni game</a> and update Max Hall's Achilles rupture. They talk about how he is handling the pain, possible surgery, and set back to his physical goals. How do you confront trials in your life that come out of the blindside? How do you keep your head in the right mind-space? The Agents address these questions and more. If you are hurting or going through something difficult, you are not alone. And it's never too late to overcome a challenge. In fact, most of the greatest lessons in life come from the hardships we face. Embrace trials in your life, and be thankful for them because they will take you to new heights. Know that whatever is happening in your life - good or bad - can be used for good if you have the right mindset. You will find solutions to your problems and be better equipped for the next challenge that comes along! There are two types of people in the world. Those who embrace trials in their lives and those who run from them. Which one will you be? Sometimes the path we choose isn’t meant to last forever. Sometimes the hard lessons we learn take time. Listen now to learn how to become an Agent Of Recovery! Agents of Recovery podcast is hosted by retired NFL quarterback <a href="https://twitter.com/mxrd15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Max Hall</a>, retired police officer turned recovery coach <a href="https://www.facebook.com/brockmbevell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brock Bevell</a>, and mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor <a href="https://www.addicttoathlete.com/theteam" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blu Robinson</a> cofounder of <a href="https://www.addicttoathlete.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Addict II Athlete</a>.

In Real Time

 Learn how to avoid triggers and recognize situations that might lead you to relapse. Learn techniques to make healthy habits more enjoyable, as well as techniques to help you make positive decisions when faced with difficult situations. Using these techniques will help you decide which road is right for you: one that leads to continued addiction or one that leads toward full recovery. The most effective way to achieve success is with persistence, discipline, and focus. You have learned from your past experience that you can never rely on anyone else for motivation - instead, focus on becoming fully responsible for your own actions, how to avoid relapses, and use your recovery. Learn to enjoy healthy habits, ways to be successful in your life, discipline and stay focused, changing daily habits to become successful.

Learn how to avoid triggers and recognize situations that might lead you to relapse. Learn techniques to make healthy habits more enjoyable, as well as techniques to help you make positive decisions when faced with difficult situations. Using these techniques will help you decide which road is right for you: one that leads to continued addiction or one that leads toward full recovery. The most effective way to achieve success is with persistence, discipline, and focus. You have learned from your past experience that you can never rely on anyone else for motivation - instead, focus on becoming fully responsible for your own actions, how to avoid relapses, and use your recovery. Learn to enjoy healthy habits, ways to be successful in your life, discipline and stay focused, changing daily habits to become successful.

Enjoying Healthy Habbits

This Agents of Recovery podcast is a conversation about recovery and healthy living. In today's episode, we answer the question, How do I mend my relationship with my parents? Also, answering questions on how you can deal with drug abuse issues at home and even advice about what to do when you're successful in recovery. The Agents also cover issues dealing with family, friends, and loved ones that may have a negative influence on your recovery process. With experience and training, Agents discuss ways to work through drug recovery while managing the emotions of others involved in their life. So if you are struggling with a co-dependent situation with your spouse, parents, or friends, then tune in and become an Agent of Recovery!

This Agents of Recovery podcast is a conversation about recovery and healthy living. In today's episode, we answer the question, How do I mend my relationship with my parents? Also, answering questions on how you can deal with drug abuse issues at home and even advice about what to do when you're successful in recovery. The Agents also cover issues dealing with family, friends, and loved ones that may have a negative influence on your recovery process. With experience and training, Agents discuss ways to work through drug recovery while managing the emotions of others involved in their life. So if you are struggling with a co-dependent situation with your spouse, parents, or friends, then tune in and become an Agent of Recovery!

Live Healthy Through Communication

Giving up something for a greater value is called sacrifice. This week on the podcast, The Agents discuss giving up something for your recovery from drugs and alcohol, such as drinking, smoking, or using drugs. Love and sacrifice are both important aspects of a healthy relationship This episode is about giving up something for greater value. This can manifest itself in many ways. In recovery, we might sacrifice a bad habit to stay sober and enjoy life on a new level. We also sacrifice when we invest in our recovery from drugs and alcohol. Sacrifice is what recovery is all about. Giving up things in order to do the right thing helps us invest in our lives. In doing this, YOU can become an Agent Of Recovery!

Giving up something for a greater value is called sacrifice. This week on the podcast, The Agents discuss giving up something for your recovery from drugs and alcohol, such as drinking, smoking, or using drugs. Love and sacrifice are both important aspects of a healthy relationship This episode is about giving up something for greater value. This can manifest itself in many ways. In recovery, we might sacrifice a bad habit to stay sober and enjoy life on a new level. We also sacrifice when we invest in our recovery from drugs and alcohol. Sacrifice is what recovery is all about. Giving up things in order to do the right thing helps us invest in our lives. In doing this, YOU can become an Agent Of Recovery!

Progress Through Sacrifice

This week the Agnets of Recovery discuss the principles of overcoming addiction and how it has to be viewed as a  bold endeavor. A lot of us need to make big, bold decisions from time to time to get the job done, and overcoming addiction may demand the biggest one of all. There are no magic bullets to fire here, just courage, determination, and resolve for better things. Alcoholism/addiction/other bad habits may be devastating to some. Still, it's important to remember that calling out for help is not a weakness, and it takes a strong person to recognize their problem and then take action. Too many of us are afraid to speak up, tell the truth, or be exactly who we are. It takes courage to be bold- sometimes, that courage comes in the form of one bold decision. Challenge yourself. If you think that addicts can never be pleased and fulfilled, if you think that addicts are doomed to relapse, if you believe that addicts cannot form healthy relationships because we're always chasing the high - then I encourage you to listen to our podcast. What if you could change that perception? What if you were bold enough to believe differently? What if your life depended on it? What if you were an AGENT OF RECOVERY!

This week the Agnets of Recovery discuss the principles of overcoming addiction and how it has to be viewed as a  bold endeavor. A lot of us need to make big, bold decisions from time to time to get the job done, and overcoming addiction may demand the biggest one of all. There are no magic bullets to fire here, just courage, determination, and resolve for better things. Alcoholism/addiction/other bad habits may be devastating to some. Still, it's important to remember that calling out for help is not a weakness, and it takes a strong person to recognize their problem and then take action. Too many of us are afraid to speak up, tell the truth, or be exactly who we are. It takes courage to be bold- sometimes, that courage comes in the form of one bold decision. Challenge yourself. If you think that addicts can never be pleased and fulfilled, if you think that addicts are doomed to relapse, if you believe that addicts cannot form healthy relationships because we're always chasing the high - then I encourage you to listen to our podcast. What if you could change that perception? What if you were bold enough to believe differently? What if your life depended on it? What if you were an AGENT OF RECOVERY!

If You Can't Be Bold, Be Brave

This week the Agents of Recovery discuss critical factors the creativity. Our minds put us through in the chaos that follows while in addiction recovery and how something can negatively affect multiple areas in someone’s life. Addiction is not a character flaw. Addiction can be treated and prevented by understanding concepts like your trauma threshold. Unresolved trauma is a serious matter. It can destroy lives, tear apart families, and open yourself up for a relapse. Realize that trauma is widespread. It's not just something that happens to other people, it happens everywhere. It's common for victims of trauma to feel isolated by their experiences. But if you've been through it, you know there's no shame in being hurt by something traumatic.  It doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you—it just means that what happened was bad enough to make your mind go on autopilot and disengage from the world around you so that it could focus on survival instead of reality. Understand paths for recovery. Your mental health may have suffered greatly during the trauma, but some things can help restore it to full strength.

This week the Agents of Recovery discuss critical factors the creativity. Our minds put us through in the chaos that follows while in addiction recovery and how something can negatively affect multiple areas in someone’s life. Addiction is not a character flaw. Addiction can be treated and prevented by understanding concepts like your trauma threshold. Unresolved trauma is a serious matter. It can destroy lives, tear apart families, and open yourself up for a relapse. Realize that trauma is widespread. It's not just something that happens to other people, it happens everywhere. It's common for victims of trauma to feel isolated by their experiences. But if you've been through it, you know there's no shame in being hurt by something traumatic.  It doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you—it just means that what happened was bad enough to make your mind go on autopilot and disengage from the world around you so that it could focus on survival instead of reality. Understand paths for recovery. Your mental health may have suffered greatly during the trauma, but some things can help restore it to full strength.

Creativity in the Chaos

In this week's Agent of Recovery Podcast, Max, Brock, and Blu discuss how to remain reachable in recovery. It is an incredibly important concept that helps to ensure a successful recovery journey. Remaining teachable means embracing a mindset of always wanting to learn, change and grow. Often, it can be difficult for those in early recovery to fully understand and accept this simple but critical concept. Yet, it is a concept that can be life-changing. In recovery, it is easy to feel powerless and to become complacent. In many cases, the person in recovery has been in an unhealthy environment which has created difficulties and thus can have a tendency to conform. Being teachable helps individuals to keep their recovery journey active and progressive. It helps them to avoid becoming stagnant and complacent in their recovery and acting out of habit rather than making conscious choices. Being teachable encourages continuous learning and growth, understanding that each day presents an opportunity to discover something new and challenging. It takes time and practice but encourages individuals to see every experience as an opportunity for change and growth. Not only does remaining teachable help individuals stay motivated in their recovery journey, but it also cultivates resilience. The more open people are to learning, the more strength and support they receive from the rest of the recovery community. It encourages individuals to reach out for the help that they need when faced with tough times. Remaining teachable also demands humility and a willingness to accept advice from others. It requires individuals to remain open-minded despite any hesitations that they may have. It enables them to seek information from different sources rather than relying solely on their own understanding. The very nature of being teachable allows individuals to have control over their own destinies by understanding that they have the power to make positive changes on a daily basis. Every day creates the opportunity for growth and learning, so by remaining teachable, those in recovery can continue with the progress they have made so far. We hope this video has been informative and has encouraged you to remain teachable throughout your recovery journey. Remember, with the right attitude and dedication, anything is possible!

In this week's Agent of Recovery Podcast, Max, Brock, and Blu discuss how to remain reachable in recovery. It is an incredibly important concept that helps to ensure a successful recovery journey. Remaining teachable means embracing a mindset of always wanting to learn, change and grow. Often, it can be difficult for those in early recovery to fully understand and accept this simple but critical concept. Yet, it is a concept that can be life-changing. In recovery, it is easy to feel powerless and to become complacent. In many cases, the person in recovery has been in an unhealthy environment which has created difficulties and thus can have a tendency to conform. Being teachable helps individuals to keep their recovery journey active and progressive. It helps them to avoid becoming stagnant and complacent in their recovery and acting out of habit rather than making conscious choices. Being teachable encourages continuous learning and growth, understanding that each day presents an opportunity to discover something new and challenging. It takes time and practice but encourages individuals to see every experience as an opportunity for change and growth. Not only does remaining teachable help individuals stay motivated in their recovery journey, but it also cultivates resilience. The more open people are to learning, the more strength and support they receive from the rest of the recovery community. It encourages individuals to reach out for the help that they need when faced with tough times. Remaining teachable also demands humility and a willingness to accept advice from others. It requires individuals to remain open-minded despite any hesitations that they may have. It enables them to seek information from different sources rather than relying solely on their own understanding. The very nature of being teachable allows individuals to have control over their own destinies by understanding that they have the power to make positive changes on a daily basis. Every day creates the opportunity for growth and learning, so by remaining teachable, those in recovery can continue with the progress they have made so far. We hope this video has been informative and has encouraged you to remain teachable throughout your recovery journey. Remember, with the right attitude and dedication, anything is possible!

The Importance of Remaining Teachable

ddiction is a complex issue, one that has been debated for years. Is it a choice, or is it a disease? The truth is, it doesn’t matter. There is no “right” answer – only a way to heal.    At the root of healing and overcoming addiction is an understanding of the core principles that drive it. It’s not about punishment or making someone “pay the consequences” for their addiction, but rather about helping them to develop a sense of empowerment, self-compassion and responsibility for their own healing.    The first step in healing from addiction is to recognize that it’s not a character defect – no one purposely seeks out a life of addiction. Recovery is about embracing your struggle, recognizing it as a part of you and understanding that you are not alone. You must also realize that everyone’s journey to healing is unique and individualized. That means being patient with yourself and allowing yourself the time and space to gain new perspectives, skills, and strategies.    Another important aspect of healing is to create an environment that is supportive, safe and nurturing. It might include having the support of family, friends and counsellors who can provide guidance in facing and releasing any underlying issues, such as unresolved trauma or lingering resentments.    It’s also important to remember that healing takes time – including the healing of the physical body – and that recovery is a lifelong process. It’s not something that will be “fixed” overnight, but rather that requires dedication, commitment and determination every day. Perhaps most importantly of all, recovery is an active journey that requires you to take ownership of your story. You have the power to decide how it will continue.    So when it comes to the debate around whether or not addiction is a choice or a disease, the answer doesn’t really matter. All that matters is that you choose to heal, because healing is within everyone’s reach. By applying the core principles of understanding, compassion, support and action, you can embark on the path to recovery and live a life free from addiction.

ddiction is a complex issue, one that has been debated for years. Is it a choice, or is it a disease? The truth is, it doesn’t matter. There is no “right” answer – only a way to heal.  At the root of healing and overcoming addiction is an understanding of the core principles that drive it. It’s not about punishment or making someone “pay the consequences” for their addiction, but rather about helping them to develop a sense of empowerment, self-compassion and responsibility for their own healing.  The first step in healing from addiction is to recognize that it’s not a character defect – no one purposely seeks out a life of addiction. Recovery is about embracing your struggle, recognizing it as a part of you and understanding that you are not alone. You must also realize that everyone’s journey to healing is unique and individualized. That means being patient with yourself and allowing yourself the time and space to gain new perspectives, skills, and strategies.  Another important aspect of healing is to create an environment that is supportive, safe and nurturing. It might include having the support of family, friends and counsellors who can provide guidance in facing and releasing any underlying issues, such as unresolved trauma or lingering resentments.  It’s also important to remember that healing takes time – including the healing of the physical body – and that recovery is a lifelong process. It’s not something that will be “fixed” overnight, but rather that requires dedication, commitment and determination every day. Perhaps most importantly of all, recovery is an active journey that requires you to take ownership of your story. You have the power to decide how it will continue.  So when it comes to the debate around whether or not addiction is a choice or a disease, the answer doesn’t really matter. All that matters is that you choose to heal, because healing is within everyone’s reach. By applying the core principles of understanding, compassion, support and action, you can embark on the path to recovery and live a life free from addiction.

Addiction: Choice vs Disease

This podcast is hosted by retired NFL quarterback Max Hall, retired police officer turned recovery coach Brock Bevell, and mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor Blu Robinson cofounder of Addict II Athlete. These men are all in long-term recovery and bring different perspectives and understanding to recovery and sobriety. They help men overcome addiction, produce a more excellent lifestyle, and inspire movement from being a Victim of Addiction to an Agent of Recovery. These men in recovery come together to address addiction, recovery, communication, and relationship roadblocks that hinder hope and healing. Tune in to hear fantastic topics for anyone about addiction, mental health, and relationships. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn

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