Welcome to the The Sober Sense Podcast - doing our best to make sense of sobriety, mental health, and addiction recovery. We share personal stories, motivation, and insight for anyone walking the path of sober living or simply exploring what a healthier life can look like.
Whether you're active in recovery, sober curious, or looking for personal growth content around mental health, emotional wellness, and spirituality, you've come to the right place.
This podcast is presented ad-free by the Rule 62 Foundation, a nonprofit that empowers people in addiction recovery to build happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives through sober living scholarships, recovery guidance, and sober social events.
If you're struggling with addiction, know someone who is, or want to support the cause, visit www.R62foundation.org to learn more.
Each person's recovery journey is unique. What works for some people may not work for others, and there's no character profile to predict who will stick with it and who won't.
However, those who achi…
In recovery, many of us want to pay it forward by supporting others along their journeys. But, what can we do and where do we start?
We're joined by our good friend, Lou Duilen, who went from being a…
After leaving treatment, finding a job is an important step toward rebuilding our lives. But it can feel overwhelming, there are barriers to overcome, and moving too fast can be risky.
In this episode…
Relapse is a common experience in addiction recovery. But that doesn't mean it's inevitable. In this episode, the guys open up about their early recovery experiences, triggers they tried to avoid, an…
Coming to you live from our 2024 Lake Powell Sober Adventure, the guys discuss the power and importance of creating memorable experiences and finding happiness in recovery.
Each episode of The Sober S…
Celebrating 16 years of sobriety, Todd shares some lessons, advice, and wisdom based on his experiences over that time.
Upcoming Event: Time is running out to sign up for our FREE sober adventure at L…
Having belief, faith, and trust in a higher power isn't a linear path. Like anything else in life, there can be highs and lows.
In this episode, Brent shares about having a "crisis of faith" and asks…
"I had a new freedom today, the freedom to be me. I have the freedom to be the best me I have ever been."
In this episode, the guys discuss how sobriety gave them the freedom to pursue a life beyond t…
Change is part of life and growth... but it's not easy.
The guys discuss navigating change in early recovery, getting a sponsor, and how acceptance is a key factor in spiritual growth.
Each episode of…
After reading the daily reflection for March 3, 2024, the guys discuss how ego and self-will fed their addiction and delusion. On the flip side, being of service was the path to self-esteem and healt…
We asked ChatGPT for tips on how to stay sober during the holidays. In this episode, the guys go through the list and share their own advice on how to navigate this often difficult time of year.
Each …
Part of the Rule 62 Foundation's mission is to cultivate a sober community and host sober social events. But it's about more than having fun and letting loose. It's about growing as individuals, gain…
In this special episode, we're joined by Lou - our good friend and fellow Rule 62 Foundation board member. Hear Lou's addiction recovery story which took him from nightly blackouts to running his fam…
Throughout our addiction and recovery journeys, our families have their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Many of which never come to light unless we are proactive in asking about them.
In this…
As the saying goes, "Meeting makers make it."
While there are a variety of ways to achieve and maintain long-term sobriety, the Rule 62 Foundation was created as a result of 12-step program successes.…
According to a global study by the World Health Organization, illicit drug addiction is the #1 most stigmatized condition - and #4 is alcoholism.
In this episode, the guys discuss ways each of us can …
Making amends is a big part of the recovery journey. So, the guys discuss their experiences with Step 9 and share tips for how to approach this important process.
Also, the Rule 62 Foundation's Annua…
Sponsorship is a cornerstone of Alcoholics Anonymous and 12 Step recovery programs. But asking someone to be your sponsor is never easy. And being a sponsor can be a heavy responsibility.
In this epi…
Being social in sobriety isn't always easy. So, the guys share tips and suggestions for navigating social situations, handling peer pressure, and protecting sobriety.
Each episode of The Sober Sense P…
Featuring our special guest, Andrew.
Daily Reflection: What We Need - Each Other - "For years, whenever I reflected on Tradition Three ("The only requirement for A.A. membership is a desire to stop dr…