<p>Is being sober the same as being recovered? Hilary Momberger-Powers joins the podcast to explain why stopping the substance is only the first step. We dive deep into "Slowbriety," the difference between admission and acceptance, and why your ego might be rebuilding itself to keep you stuck in a cycle of relapse. If your mind feels like a hamster trap, this episode is for you.<br /><br />Check out her website for her transformational coaching and more: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.hilarymombergerpowers.com/" target="_blank">https://www.hilarymombergerpowers.com/</a><br /><br />Takeaways</p><p>Recovery is an ongoing process, not a final state.</p><p>Personal responsibility is crucial in healing and growth.</p><p>Spiritual connection and inner power are vital in overcoming addiction.</p><p><br />Chapters</p><p>01:35 Busting Myths About Recovery</p><p>04:11 Childhood Influences and Trauma</p><p>07:04 The Impact of Alcoholism on Identity</p><p>12:52 Understanding the Warped Mind</p><p>18:39 The Power of Relationships in Recovery</p><p>21:45 Understanding the Ego and Its Challenges</p><p>26:25 The Journey of Sobriety: One Day at a Time</p><p>32:48 The Cycle of Relapse and Recovery Mindset</p><p>36:51 The Importance of Personal Responsibility in Healing</p><p>39:32 Transforming Character Defects into Assets</p><p>43:14 Helping Others vs. Helping Yourself</p><p>47:42 Finding Inner Strength and Connection to God</p><p><br />📣Check out the website for a list of all guests! -- <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://retrievingsanity.com" target="_blank">https://retrievingsanity.com</a><br />🔔Subscribe for more content ~2x/week<br />💸Support the Recovery Mentorship here: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/keeganread" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/keeganread</a><br /><br />Recovery &amp; Mental Health Podcast<br /><br />#mentalhealthpodcast #recovery #retrievingsanity #guidanceinrecovery #personalgrowth #addictionrecovery #selfdiscovery #sobrietyjourneys #healing #selfcare #alcoholaddiction</p>