Episodes

Sept. 21, 2022

mini nugget - let go or be dragged

David shares his favorite zen proverb. Let go or be dragged. What are you holding onto that is not serving you today? Thanks for listening! email the show at recoverynuggetspodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · A…
Sept. 14, 2022

Mini Nugget - Self Compassion

David shares where he is at and how he deals with emotional surprises. Compassion is easier to practice with ones we know and love, yet practicing self compassion it can be a struggle. Give yourself a break. Recovery is a pr…
Sept. 8, 2022

Mini Nugget- Consequences

This weeks Mini Nugget focuses on the meaning of Consequences. It's not as bad as you think. =) Keep doing the work, and experience positive consequences. #grateful # recoverynuggets --- This episode is sponsored by · Anc…
Sept. 1, 2022

Mini Nugget - Fellowship

David hops on to share a Mini Nugget on Fellowship and the power it holds. Fellowship is defined as: fel·low·ship /ˈfelōˌSHip/ noun 1.friendly association, especially with people who share one's interests."they valued fun an…
Sept. 1, 2022

Recovery Hardware's Nugget - with Gina Schaefer

Gina's new book is out on September 1st. It's available at ginaschaefer.com as well as https://www.amazon.com/Recovery-Hardware-Restoring-Community-Renovating/dp/B0B7C5CMT4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1XNHPEOSUHJM7&keywords=recovery+har…
Aug. 24, 2022

Mini Nugget- Celebrating Friends Anniversaries

David hops on to give shout outs to celebrate others recovery anniversaries! Also, he discusses steps, a couple of passages from recovery literature, as well as the newcomer being the most important person. --- This episod…
Aug. 17, 2022

Mini Nugget - Self Awareness and getting back on the path.

David is back from a vacation in the mountains of North Carolina. He shares thoughts on the gifts of recovery, self awareness, getting off track, as well as getting back on track. The themes of forgiveness and compassion are…
Aug. 9, 2022

Mini Nugget - Recovery and Vacation

David shares an update on getting roasted at his 50th birthday party, the gifts of recovery, and making a plan for Vacation. Just because you go on Vacation doesn't mean your addiction does. We have to remain vigilant in sta…
Aug. 2, 2022

Mini Nugget - The Story of Buddy

David describes the power of pets, unconditional love and shares the story of Buddy. Buddy was a stray cat who came into his life at one of the dark nights of the soul. The healed together and had a happy existence together.…
July 27, 2022

Lynn King's Nugget 2.0

Lynn King rejoins the podcast to discuss her 1 year Anniversary of being Sober. She shares what it's like to hit a rough patch in early recovery and how she got through it. We also discuss learning about unmet expectations o…
July 19, 2022

Mini Nugget July 19, 2022

David shares an update on his health, the show, and a Thank You card from Gina Schaefer. Lots of good stuff happening. Thank you for stopping by the podcast. #recoveryjourney #recoverynuggets --- This episode is sponsored …
July 12, 2022

Gigi Langer's Nugget- Author of "50 Ways to Worry Less Now"

A bit about Gigi Langer: I’m a presenter, retreat leader, and author of the award-winning book, 50 Ways to Worry Less Now: Reject Negative Thinking to Find Peace, Clarity, and Connection. I also have 34 years of sobriety. Wo…
July 8, 2022

Mini Nugget- Celebrating 16 years clean.

David hops on the mic to share a bit of gratitude for celebrating 16 years clean. #grateful --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message…
July 5, 2022

Andrew Susskind's Nugget- LCSW and Author of "It's Not About the Sex"

Andrew Susskind, LCSW, SEP, CGP has been in private practice since 1992 specializing in the following areas: relationships sexual compulsivity and problematic sexual behaviors addictions & trauma grief & loss mid-life transi…
June 28, 2022

Stephanie Graves' Nugget

Stephanie is recently celebrating 13 years clean and sober! David welcomes Stephanie on the pod to share her story of growing up feeling like she didn't fit in. A myriad of situations contributed to her eventual turn toward …
June 22, 2022

Mini Nugget - Celebrations and Health Issue

David jumps on the mic for a short Mini Nugget. He shares about some recent and upcoming milestones. This summer will be his 16 years clean. He just celebrated 14 years nicotine FREE! Enjoy the mini nugget. Nom Nom Nom --- …
June 14, 2022

Gina Schaefer's Nugget (Recovery Hardware)

Meet Gina CEO and Co-Founder, A Few Cool Hardware Stores Schaefer is Founder and CEO of a chain of Ace Hardware stores located in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD, Alexandria, VA, Takoma Park, MD and Silver Spring, MD. She i…
June 12, 2022

25 piece Mini Nugget - David's Recovery Nuggets

David shares his Recovery Nuggets. 25 Recovery Nuggets to chew on and think about on your journey in recovery. I had to want to get clean for myself. I had to believe it was possible I had to admit to myself that it was a pr…
June 7, 2022

Dr. Robb Kelly's Nugget

Dr. Robb Kelly hops on the podcast to share his experience, his tips, his story, and lastly his Recovery Nuggets! Robb Kelly, PhD – The Recovery Expert – was born in Manchester England. He grew up in a family of musicians an…
May 31, 2022

Thomas White's Nugget (Exact Nature)

Thomas White, Co-Founder and President/CEO Thomas has long wanted to use his skills to contribute in some meaningful way to solutions to society’s problems, to do work that stands to make a difference in people’s lives. Now …
May 24, 2022

Meg Mcbride's Nugget

Pastor Meg Mcbride hops on the podcast, she shares her story of recovery, and how she founded Hope Recovery-a Faith Community. Our Mission At Hope Recovery Church, we recognize and rely on the foundation forged by the founde…
May 24, 2022

Mini Nugget - Podcast Update

David jumps on the mike before heading off for Vacation in the Mountains. It's a mini nugget ya'll. Hope you are well. Thank you for showing up for your Recovery!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/recoverynu…
May 17, 2022

Nathan's Nugget - From International Party DJ to Man of Faith in Recovery

Nathan comes to Recovery Nuggets from Exeter, UK Nathan is a former International DJ, Kickboxer, and Father. Nathan shares his story of early life, addiction, going to the bitter ends of addiction and coming out with a new f…
May 10, 2022

Harrison Friedman's Nugget

Harrison Friedman joins the podcast to talk about his story of recovery from porn addiction. Harrison's father was a manager of an adult store while he was a young man. It was the beginning of the desensitization of his mind…