The Hope Shot - Recovery Podcast
Welcome to The Hope Shot, a podcast dedicated to helping people overcome addiction and find their way back to a healthy, fulfilling life. Each week, we’ll share stories of people who have successfully navigated the challenges of recovery, as well as tips and strategies for staying clean and sober. Our guests will include recovering addicts, addiction experts, and mental health professionals who can provide insights and practical advice for anyone struggling with addiction. We’ll explore topics like relapse prevention, finding support, and managing the emotional ups and downs of recovery. Whether you’re just starting your recovery journey, or you’ve been sober for years, The Hope Shot is a safe and supportive space where you can find inspiration, motivation, and hope. Join us as we travel this path together, one step at a time. For more information visit www.thehopeshot.org
Episodes
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Addiction To Success - April’s Story
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
On this episode, we hear from April and what it was like in her addiction and her journey thru this recovery life.
April is one of those people that bright up a room with her contagious energy. She grew up in West Texas and moved to Florida. She talks about her feelings of abandonment as a child and starting her addiction at the young age of 9. She battled addiction till she got arrested for the last time which brought her to a recovery program called ace opportunities in Febuary 2019. Now she is a business owner and helps girls in the same program she found with jobs and friendship. Join us as we chat with April.
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Monday Jul 31, 2023
The Trap Of The Should Of - Could Of - Would Of Mindset
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Nathan and special guest Tina, talk about how to not be trapped into the should of, could of, would of mindset!
We can get trapped in the regret of the past and where we think we should be by now. Maybe we lost a lot of time because of our drinkin or druggin. Maybe we lost friendships or relationships do to our inability to be who we wanted to be. Maybe we have some time in recovery and we aren't where we thought we should have been by now or where some of our friends are. Whatever scenario you are playing out, it's a trap for being stuck in the negative mindset and needs to be arrested for us to keep moving forward. Believing that everything happens exactly as it should and for us. Join us as we dive into this topic. Its a goodie!
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Monday Jul 24, 2023
Practicing Yourself Perfect
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Nathan and Cesar talk on the topic of practicing yourself perfect.
I don't know about you but, as much as I try to be perfect, it seems like it's an impossible task. Falling short is apart of life. In the moment, we fail to understand that we are human, no matter how hard we practice to be perfect or how much work we put into ourselves to get things right. Showing some grace to ourselves instead of throwing in the towel when we fall short. Join us as we jump into this topic.
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Monday Jul 17, 2023
Where Are Your Priorities?
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Nathan, Cesar and Janelle, take about priorities and what is getting your attention.
In this ever changing technology world we liv win, we have a lot of things fighting for our attention. From our kids and job to the phones and social accounts we always want to keep up with. The things that get the most attention are sometimes not the best for us spiritually or mentally. We always need to re-adjust our priorities to make sure one thing isn't starving for our attention and most the time is the ones we love the most. Join us as we dive into this topic.
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Monday Jul 10, 2023
Addiction to Success - Clifton Story
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
On this episode, we have Clifton N from 143 Ministries talking about his story and how 143 ministries was born.
Clifton is from Augusta Georgia where 143 ministries has 3 recovery houses that teach men and women about their addiction and how the 12 steps tie into the Bible. They help 100's of people through their ministry and help them live successful lives. They also have a book out called Redefining Recovery which breaks down the 3 part illness and why we operate the way we do. Join us as we jump into this story.
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Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
”Harmony Within: Unveiling the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection”
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
In this episode, Justin, Cesar, Nathan & Tiffani, dive into the intricate relationship between our mind, body, and spirit. Join us as we explore how nurturing each aspect can lead to overall well-being and personal growth. From practical tips to spiritual practices, we uncover the secrets to achieving harmony and balance in our lives. Tune in as we jump into the transformative power of mind, body, and spirit connection.
Happy 4th of July!
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Monday Jun 26, 2023
”Let’s Talk......Men’s Mental Health”
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Nathan, Cesar and guest Big Steve, talk about men's mental health for a Father's Day discussion.
Justin and Cesar were on a panelist discussion about being a father in recovery and what does that mean. The old narrative was men was suck it up or toughen up. We can and should express emotions. Men's overdose rate is 2-3 times higher than women's. We need to talk about it so join us as we jump on this topic.
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Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
”I’ll See It When I Believe It”
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Cesar, Janelle and guest Roy talk about perspective.
The old saying is "I'll believe it when I see it". If this was the case, we would be in deep doo doo. We can flip the way we see it and say "I'll see it when I believe it". This shift can open your eyes and views to see the world in a different light. Our blessing are all around us if we are seeing thru different eyes, same life, different eyes, just from this tiny shift in perspective. Join us as we dive into this topic.
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Monday Jun 12, 2023
”Resistance”
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
On this episode, Justin, Cesar and Nathan talk about Resistance.
We all like to hold on to things too long. We all have felt the unmanageability of life when we do. Thinking we can control the outcomes or the path of our future. Life is like a river flowing, Instead of going with the flow of it, we sink like rocks to the bottom and can't seem to get to the surface to gasp for air at times. There is Hope. Lets dive into this topic.
We are a not for profit Recovery Community Organization that helps people one their path to recovery.
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Monday Jun 05, 2023
Addiction To Success Anna O. Story
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
On this episode Justin, Cesar, Kellie and Melissa (from Sober-now) dive into the awe inspiring story of Anna. In Her story we learn the truth about addiction and just how much it doesn't discriminate. Anna talks about her life of alcoholism and her role in the church, how bad it got and what life is like these days. She also talks about her new ventures as a yoga instructor and how it has changed here life as well as others around her. We all discuss mediation and just how important it is to practice. Join us as Anna shares her story of Addcition To Success!
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Recovery Community Organization
We are group of individuals who have experienced addiction or substance abuse and have come together to support one another in their journey towards recovery. Our organization provides a variety of resources and services, such as peer support, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives. Our goal is to create a supportive community that helps individuals overcome addiction and maintain long-term recovery. We aim to reduce stigma around addiction and promote a positive, healthy lifestyle for those in recovery.