Show Notes for Real Recovery Podcast Episode 39: “RRP Episode 39: Miss Nookie, Resilience, and the Road to Recovery with Lindsay Paulk”

Disclaimer:
This episode of the Real Recovery Podcast includes graphic discussions about sexual content and drug use, which may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. Presenters: Peter, Julie, and guest Lindsay Paulk
Length: Approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Real Recovery Podcast Blog
• Lunch Bunch Meetings
• Resources for Recovery

Key Points (with Timestamps):

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Exploring resilience, addiction, and self-discovery.
• [00:01:02] Ground rules for seeking professional help and crisis resources.
• [00:01:37] Lindsay’s early struggles: Overcoming family challenges and addiction.
• [00:07:24] Discovering a higher power, affectionately named Miss Nookie.
• [00:12:38] Early childhood traumas and their impact on Lindsay’s life.
• [00:18:34] Finding structure and self-worth in the Navy amidst adversity.
• [00:40:26] The importance of long-term recovery programs and building trust.
• [00:57:10] Coping with grief and the power of personal transformation.
• [01:02:03] The role of humor, acceptance, and resilience in maintaining sobriety.

Summary:
This episode dives into the remarkable story of Lindsay Paulk, a 75-year-old black queer individual whose life has been a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and unwavering honesty. Lindsay shares how a life filled with profound challenges—including childhood trauma, addiction, and a journey through the Navy—transformed through faith in a higher power, whom they lovingly call Miss Nookie. With humor and candor, Lindsay recounts their path to sobriety, from navigating the streets of Skid Row to finding hope and community in recovery programs. Lindsay's story underscores the importance of self-reflection, connection, and celebrating even the smallest victories.

Conclusion:
Lindsay’s journey reminds us that recovery is as much about finding joy in life's quirks as it is about healing from its hardships. Miss Nookie, Lindsay’s personal higher power, serves as a guiding force of acceptance and love, helping them embrace who they are. This candid conversation is a powerful reminder that sobriety is built on courage, humor, and community, and that every step forward is a step toward peace and purpose.

Hashtags: #RealRecoveryPodcast, #MissNookie, #LindsayPaulk, #ResilienceInRecovery, #CommunitySupport, #SobrietyJourney, #OvercomingAddiction, #RecoveryIsPossible, #MentalHealthAwareness, #RecoveryResources

Title: RRP 38: From Struggles to Strength – Solara Salazar, Co-Founder of Cielo Treatment Center, on Building Resilience and Community in Recovery
Presenters: Peter and Julie with guest Solara Salazar
Length: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Cielo Treatment Center
• Real Recovery Podcast

Key Points:

• [00:00:00] Introduction to Solara’s journey, early life, and challenges.
• [00:05:00] Transformative experiences in treatment and becoming a mentor.
• [00:12:45] Discussion on the importance of supportive spaces for young adults in recovery.
• [00:21:30] The role of lived experience and peer support in recovery.
• [00:35:00] Founding Cielo Treatment Center and commitment to holistic, community-centered recovery programs.
• [00:50:00] Insights into building LGBTQIA2S+ supportive housing.
• [01:05:00] Future goals and advocating for greater resources in recovery care.

Summary: In this episode, Solara Salazar shares her inspiring journey from overcoming personal challenges to becoming a driving force in the recovery community. She speaks candidly about her past and the transformative experiences that led her to co-found Cielo Treatment Center. Solara’s story highlights her dedication to creating a safe, inclusive space for young adults and underrepresented communities, especially within the LGBTQIA2S+ demographic. Her holistic approach in treatment focuses on mental health, self-worth, and sustainable recovery pathways.

Conclusion: Solara’s story is a testament to resilience, community support, and the power of lived experience in recovery. Her work with Cielo Treatment Center not only fosters personal transformation but also redefines how treatment and support are approached in Oregon.

Hashtags: #RealRecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #CieloTreatmentCenter #OvercomingAddiction #RecoveryJourney #HolisticHealing

Title: RRP Extra 37.1: Live from Oregon Recovers Walk

Presenters: Peter and Julie

Length: 25 minutes 16 seconds

Links to Websites:

• Oregon Recovers
• Walk for Recovery
• Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon
• GTD – Go The Distance
• Recovery Network of Oregon
• Real Recovery Podcast

Download the Recovery Network of Oregon App:

• Apple App Store
• Google Play Store

Key Points:

• [00:00:00] Introduction – Peter and Julie discuss their participation in the Oregon Recovers Walk and express gratitude for community support.
• [00:02:29] Interview with Terry Leckron-Myers, Senior Director at the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon, discussing her role and the impact of recovery efforts.
• [00:10:17] Conversations with event attendees, including representatives from GTD and Dan from the Recovery Network of Oregon, highlighting the development of the Recovery Network app.
• [00:15:00] Chat with Eric Allen, a recovery podcaster, sharing the importance of daily affirmations and recovery content.
• [00:16:31] Cheyenne Salazar from Cielo Treatment Center shares her journey and involvement in recovery.
• [00:23:53] Closing thoughts from Peter and Julie—expressing appreciation for the recovery community and encouraging listener support.

Summary:
In this special episode, Peter and Julie take listeners to the heart of the Oregon Recovers Walk, capturing live conversations and meaningful stories that highlight the dedication and resilience within the recovery community. Guests include Terry from the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon, Dan from Recovery Network of Oregon, and Cheyenne Salazar, each sharing their unique perspectives and contributions to recovery efforts.

Conclusion:
This episode underscores the importance of community and connection in the journey to recovery. Through shared stories, listeners are reminded of the power of resilience and the vital role of support networks. Tune in to be inspired by these real-life accounts of hope and healing.

Hashtags: #RealRecoveryPodcast, #OregonRecovers, #RecoveryJourney, #CommunitySupport, #HopeAndHealing

Title: RRP Episode 37: Judd Blackwell’s Journey – From Rock Bottom to Resilience

Presenters: Peter, Julie, and Judd

Length: 1 hour and 5 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Real Recovery Podcast
• Blog Post
• Listen to Episode 37

Key Points:

• [00:01:00] Introduction to Judd and his background in Northwest Portland
• [00:03:30] Early life trauma and family history of addiction
• [00:10:00] Coping with depression, self-destruction, and the drive to escape
• [00:18:00] The devastating loss of friends and its effect on Judd’s perspective
• [00:29:00] First steps into recovery and finding a sense of community
• [00:36:00] The impact of a supportive sponsor and working through the 12 steps
• [00:46:00] Balancing family life with recovery while managing mental health
• [00:54:00] Judd’s focus on service, growth, and finding peace in his journey

Summary: In RRP Episode 37, Peter and Julie welcome Judd Blackwell, who shares his powerful story of addiction, loss, and transformation. Judd opens up about the childhood traumas and deep-rooted struggles that fueled his substance abuse, as well as the pivotal moments that led him to recovery. Through honesty and vulnerability, Judd’s story illuminates the power of resilience and the strength found in community support.

Conclusion: Judd's journey reminds us that true recovery is about self-discovery, ongoing support, and the courage to face even the darkest parts of ourselves. His inspiring story is a testament to the hope that is possible for all.

Hashtags: #RealRecoveryPodcast, #JuddBlackwell, #AddictionRecovery, #MentalHealthMatters, #SobrietyStories, #RecoveryCommunity, #ListenNow

RRP 36: From Dope Sick to Recovery Capital – Adrian Burris on Reclaiming Life with 4D Recovery

In this powerful episode of the Real Recovery Podcast, Peter and Julie are joined by Adrian Burris from 4D Recovery, a recovery center dedicated to helping young people in their journey to sobriety. Adrian shares his incredible story of overcoming addiction, his struggles with being "dope sick," and how he found his way to recovery through peer services and building recovery capital.

Key Points:

• Adrian’s Background: Adrian talks about his early life growing up in Portland, Oregon, moving to Atlanta, and the pressures he faced during his adolescence. His introduction to substances like marijuana, pills, and eventually heroin, led him down a dangerous path that included homelessness and legal troubles.

• The Impact of Addiction: Adrian vividly describes his struggle with heroin addiction and what it was like to be "dope sick," which eventually pushed him to make life-altering decisions to get clean.

• Recovery Capital & Peer Support: Adrian explains the concept of recovery capital and how essential it was to his recovery. He credits 4D Recovery and its peer support programs as vital in helping him find a sense of community and purpose in sobriety. Adrian's story underscores the importance of having fun in recovery and finding people who support you on your journey.

• Turning Point: Adrian recalls a critical turning point when he was arrested, which gave him the opportunity to reflect on his life and choose recovery over continuing down a destructive path.

• What Adrian is Doing Now: Today, Adrian works at 4D Recovery, where he helps others by sharing his story and offering peer mentorship to young people struggling with addiction. His work at 4D is a true example of paying it forward, as he continues to build on his recovery capital and give back to the recovery community.

Conclusion: Adrian Burris’s journey from addiction to sobriety is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. Through recovery capital and peer services, he was able to turn his life around and now helps others do the same at 4D Recovery. His story will inspire anyone battling addiction or supporting someone through recovery.

Call to Action:

Listen to the full episode to hear Adrian’s raw and candid story, and learn more about the impact of peer services and recovery capital. Tune in now on the Real Recovery Podcast.

Links to Websites Discussed:

• 4D Recovery
• Real Recovery Podcast

Hashtags:

#RealRecoveryPodcast #RecoveryJourney #PeerServices #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryCapital #DopeSick #SoberLiving #4DRecovery #SobrietyJourney

Mentions:

@4DRecovery

Show Notes - Be sure to visit http://mdcr1.com/blog to see pictures from this awesome event!

Title: RRP XTRA-35.1: GTD 5K Run/Walk Annual Event
Presenters: Peter, Julie, Izzy Alvarado, Jay from VOA, Becky from GTD, Aaron (GTD Board President), Isaac, Tess (Volunteers of America), Shannon (Lifeline Connections), Quintin, Greg from GTD, Solara Salazar (Cielo Treatment Center), Jeremy (Core Fitness PDX), and others.
Length: 45 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Go the Distance (GTD): GTD Website
• Volunteers of America Oregon: VOA Oregon
• Lifeline Connections: Lifeline Connections
• Cielo Treatment Center: Cielo Treatment Center
• Core Fitness PDX: Core Fitness PDX
• Real Recovery Podcast: Real Recovery Podcast

Key Points with Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction – Welcoming listeners to the GTD 5K Run/Walk event, with Izzy Alvarado and special guests.
• [00:01:30] Event Energy – Volunteers, vendors, and community support, including On Shoes sponsoring shoes.
• [00:02:10] Community Highlights – Introduction of key figures like Joe and Paul, highlighting their roles in the event.
• [00:05:40] Interviews with Participants – Stories from Jay and Martin (VOA), sharing their recovery journeys.
• [00:10:00] Support and Recovery – Becky discusses GTD’s running programs for treatment centers.
• [00:13:00] GTD’s Impact on Recovery – Shannon from Lifeline Connections shares about GTD’s influence in treatment programs.
• [00:16:30] Youth Perspective – Isaac, a young GTD participant, shares his experience with GTD and recovery.
• [00:22:30] GTD and Community Partnerships – Quintin on the significance of community in recovery and Greg on GTD’s role in providing support.
• [00:30:00] Future Podcast Guests – Preview of Solara Salazar’s upcoming episode.
• [00:37:30] Conclusion – A recap of the event’s energy and community impact, emphasizing movement in recovery.

Summary:
The GTD 5K Run/Walk annual event showcased the power of community in recovery. Hosted at Fern Hill Park, Peter and Julie interviewed attendees, including participants, organizers, and supporters from organizations like Volunteers of America and Lifeline Connections. Key highlights included the stories of Jay and Martin from VOA, Becky’s recount of GTD’s impactful running programs, and Isaac’s inspiring perspective on youth involvement in recovery. This episode underscores the vital role of movement in recovery and showcases how GTD continues to unify and inspire the recovery community.

Conclusion:
This event captured the essence of recovery and community, highlighting that recovery can be diverse and inclusive, from running and community service to volunteer support. Special thanks to @GTDGoTheDistance and the GTD team for their dedication. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and community events!

Hashtags and Mentions: #GTD5KRun #RecoveryCommunity #RealRecoveryPodcast #GTD #FernHillPark #VOA #CieloTreatment #LifelineConnections #SobrietyJourney #Podcast, @GTDGoTheDistance

Title:
RRP Episode 35: Greg Haworth’s Inspiring Journey—From Addiction to Cycling and Community Support

Presenters:
Peter D., Julie L., Greg Haworth

Length:
1 Hour 25 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Listen to the Episode: https://mdcr1.com/35
• Read the Blog: https://mdcr1.com/35b
• The Lunch Bunch Meeting: https://mdcr1.com/lunchbunch

Key Points (with Timestamps):

• [00:00] Introduction: Welcome and overview of Greg Haworth’s journey.
• [02:15] Greg’s Background: Greg shares his story of struggling with addiction and how it impacted his life.
• [10:30] The Turning Point: Discovering cycling and how it became a tool for both mental and physical recovery.
• [18:45] Community Support: How the Lunch Bunch meeting helped Greg find a sense of belonging and strength in recovery.
• [28:00] Cycling and Clarity: Greg discusses how cycling gave him the freedom and clarity he needed to stay grounded in sobriety.
• [35:20] Reflection on Recovery: Greg reflects on the ongoing journey of recovery and how he continues to grow and build healthier relationships.
• [42:00] Final Thoughts: The importance of passion and community in long-term sobriety.

Summary:
In this episode, Greg Haworth shares his powerful recovery journey from addiction, focusing on how cycling and community became the pillars of his healing process. Greg candidly discusses the darkest moments of his addiction, how he found solace and strength in cycling, and the transformative power of attending the Lunch Bunch recovery meetings. His story is one of perseverance, determination, and the critical role that community support played in his sobriety.

Conclusion:
Greg’s inspiring journey emphasizes that recovery is more than just abstaining from substances; it’s about finding balance in passions and relationships. By embracing cycling and the power of community, Greg was able to rebuild his life, creating a path filled with purpose, clarity, and hope.

Hashtags:

#RealRecoveryPodcast #AddictionRecovery #GregHaworth #CyclingAndSobriety #CommunitySupport #RecoveryJourney #LunchBunch