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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 1H 7M

We Talk to Don

from Having Had a Spiritual Awakening · host Suzanne Garcia Pino

In this episode of Having Had a Spiritual Awakening, Sarah and Suzanne sit down with Don R. who shares what it was like getting clean in a small Montana town, and how he found a way to build a strong foundation in recovery despite limited resources. We also talk about one of recovery's more challenging adventures—dating. Don reflects on what it was like to navigate relationships for the first time under the guidance of a trusted sponsor and the lessons he learned along the way. Today, Don serves as the Executive Director of NARSS (Never Alone Recovery Support Services), a thriving, life-saving Recovery Community Center in Ronan, Montana for individuals and families affected by addiction. Together they explore why long-term, community-based recovery matters and how ongoing connection and support are essential.  Hosted & Written by Suzanne Garcia Pino Co-Hosted & Produced by Sarah Grobel Bolstad Music: I'll Tell You by Sarah Grobel Bolstad & Ian Ford narssmontana.org Support the 4th D Club through the Freedom Circle to keep a safe, drug- and alcohol-free space. Learn more: The Fourth D Club, Missoula, MT, 4thdmissoula.org Serenity Scramble: July 10, 2026: Register Here  

In this episode of Having Had a Spiritual Awakening, Sarah and Suzanne sit down with Don R. who shares what it was like getting clean in a small Montana town, and how he found a way to build a strong foundation in recovery despite limited resources. We also talk about one of recovery's more challenging adventures—dating. Don reflects on what it was like to navigate relationships for the first time under the guidance of a trusted sponsor and the lessons he learned along the way. Today, Don serves as the Executive Director of NARSS (Never Alone Recovery Support Services), a thriving, life-saving Recovery Community Center in Ronan, Montana for individuals and families affected by addiction. Together they explore why long-term, community-based recovery matters and how ongoing connection and support are essential.  Hosted & Written by Suzanne Garcia Pino Co-Hosted & Produced by Sarah Grobel Bolstad Music: I'll Tell You by Sarah Grobel Bolstad & Ian Ford narssmontana.org Support the 4th D Club through the Freedom Circle to keep a safe, drug- and alcohol-free space. Learn more: The Fourth D Club, Missoula, MT, 4thdmissoula.org Serenity Scramble: July 10, 2026: Register Here

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