Joe Polish interviews Christopher Doyle about effective strategies for long-term sobriety, especially in high-stress careers. They discuss the power of 12-step programs and the vital role of family support. This episode offers practical insights for anyone dealing with addiction.

Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover from Chris in this episode:

• Discover why 94.7% of people with substance use disorders don’t perceive the need for help and the critical role external factors play in achieving sobriety.
• From Firefighting to Life-Saving: Learn how Christopher Doyle’s journey from being a New York City firefighter to a seasoned interventionist is transforming the lives of individuals and families battling addiction.
• The Delusion of Control: Dive into the mind of an addict and understand the powerful delusion that they can manage their substance use, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, and what to do about it
• Breaking the Cycle: The profound impact of growing up in a recovery household and how it shaped Christopher's unique approach to helping families navigate addiction.
• Beyond the Surface: Why addiction isn’t just about substance use but a symptom of deeper issues. (Hear Christopher's insights on addressing the root causes of addiction for lasting recovery.)
• Empathy Over Stigma: How separating your loved one from their addiction and approaching them with empathy can be the game-changer in their recovery journey.
• Get actionable advice on how to identify the right moment to intervene, present recovery opportunities, and use positive leverage to help your loved one take the first step toward sobriety.

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In this episode, Joe Polish interviews Ruari Fairbairns, Founder of One Year No Beer, who shares insights on the pervasive impact of alcohol, the alcohol industry's influence, and the link between alcohol, trauma, and mental health.

Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover from Ruari in this episode:

• Discover Ruari Fairbairns' revolutionary approach to breaking the booze habit that's turned skeptics into believers across 137 countries (PLUS: The story of the global movement "One Year No Beer" that's saving lives one sip at a time.)
• The link between trauma, stress, and drinking habits. (Ruari explains how addressing these deeper issues can lead to more effective recovery.)
• Technology Meets Temperance: An innovative technology that monitors your central nervous system to help you understand and manage your stress and drinking triggers.
• What if stopping wasn’t about quitting, but changing? Ruari flips the script on sobriety with strategies that replace harmful habits with powerful new ones. (Dive into the method that makes the journey from addiction to recovery both successful and sustainable.)
• Beyond Sobriety: Ruari challenges the traditional narratives of addiction recovery, advocating for a new approach that addresses the root causes of alcohol dependence.
• Exposing the myths peddled by billion-dollar booze businesses (and why 2 simple words have led more people to drinking problems than almost anything else...)
• What could giving up alcohol do for your brain and body? Ruari unpacks the startling health benefits of sobriety—improved mental clarity, enhanced physical health, and overall vitality. Discover why less alcohol means more life!
• Learn how Ruari’s research with Stirling University is uncovering the shocking impact of peer pressure on drinking habits, especially among professional women in London.
• Ruari shares how you can rethink your relationship with alcohol, offering practical tips for a healthier, happier, and more productive life.
• Ruari shares his ambitious plans to take "One Year No Beer" beyond a challenge to a comprehensive educational and research initiative, set to redefine health and happiness.

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Joe Polish sits down with Cammie, a passionate advocate fighting against the opioid epidemic and the fentanyl crisis. Cammie shares her deeply personal story of loss, resilience, and her mission to prevent others from experiencing similar tragedies.

Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover from Cammie in this episode:

• Discover how Cammie Wolf Rice transformed her profound personal loss into a nationwide crusade against the opioid epidemic—learn about her unique approach in "The Christopher Wolf Crusade."
• Cammie challenges common misconceptions about addiction and recovery. Learn how her initiatives are enlightening communities and reshaping perspectives on drug dependency.
• Learn about the innovative approaches to addiction and pain management that Cammie has pioneered, including the use of Life Care Specialists in hospitals to reduce opioid dependency.
• A Mother’s Mission: Hear Cammie recount the heartbreaking story of losing her son to opioids and how it fueled her mission to save others from the same fate.
• How Cammie took on the pharmaceutical industry and the challenges she faces in shifting the paradigm from medication to education and awareness.
• The Power of Purpose: Feel Cammie’s raw emotion and unstoppable drive as she discusses turning personal grief into a public fight for prevention and the power of purpose in navigating life’s toughest challenges.
• Cammie offers heartfelt advice to parents navigating the complexities of addiction in the family…
• Personal Stories, Universal Lessons: Every parent’s nightmare turned into a rallying cry for change.
• Cammie shares personal stories that highlight the human cost of addiction and the strength found in recovery.

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