Welcome to the Recovery Guide Podcast

Host Michael Herbert brings over 35 years of personal recovery experience and 37 years working in addiction and mental health to introduce a broader, more expansive view of recovery.   This episode explores what recovery really means — beyond meetings and abstinence. While abstinence gets you in the door, what keeps you there is building a life worth staying sober for.   Michael shares his philosophy of trying “a thousand things and finding the five that work,” and why recovery includes perseverance, spirituality, journaling, exercise, diet, purpose, adventure, and even reclaiming dreams you may have abandoned.   This podcast is for: People struggling with addiction Those in active recovery Families and loved ones seeking understanding Anyone looking for hope and direction Recovery is not about perfection. It’s about consistency. And you don’t have to do it alone. There is hope — and this is your guide.   Follow Guardian: https://www.instagram.com/guardianrecovery/ Follow Michael Herbert: https://www.instagram.com/coachmichaelherbert/   This episode is sponsored by Guardian Recovery. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or mental health challenges, Guardian can help. Visit https://www.guardianrecovery.com  or call 888-721-3790 for confidential support and guidance.