Addiction is messy. Recovery is real.
Recovery Culture is where raw recovery journeys meet real-world insight.
Hosted by Valerie and Steven, this podcast is rooted in lived experience — Steven is a former addict in recovery, and Valerie has experienced both sides of addiction in relationships, including a marriage that didn’t survive it and one that did.
Together, they share honest conversations with people living recovery, along with practical insight for those still struggling — and for the families walking beside them.
No sugar-coating. No pretending. Just truth, tools, and hope… with a little light along the way.
Real. Raw. Recovery.
Why do we feel the need to control everything? And what if fear is what's really driving it?
In this episode of Recovery Culture, Val and Steven explore the connection between fear and control—and how our attempts to protect ourselves and the people we love can sometimes do more harm than good.
Drawing from personal experiences with addiction, codependency, relationships, and recovery, they discuss the emotional toll of trying to control outcomes, the importance of recognizing underlying fears, and the ongoing process of learning to let go.
Letting go doesn't mean you stop caring. It means recognizing what's within your control—and finding peace with what isn't.
14 Oct 2026
Breaking Bad Habits: Small Changes, Lasting Recovery
We all have habits that shape our lives, but are they helping us grow or holding us back?
In this episode of Recovery Culture, Valerie and Steven explore the power of building healthier habits—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. From improving sleep and limiting screen time to changing negative self-talk, practicing gratitude, and surrounding ourselves with the right people, they share practical ways to create meaningful change.
Whether you're navigating addiction recovery or simply looking to grow, building better habits takes intention, consistency, and a little grace along the way.
Remember, progress isn't about perfection. It's about showing up, even when you stumble, and choosing to do the next right thing.
7 Oct 2026
Ellen: Beyond the Diagnosis
What happens when the treatment meant to help becomes part of the struggle?
This week, we sit down with Ellen to hear her deeply personal journey through childhood bullying, mental health struggles, psychiatric treatment, physical disability, and dependence on prescribed medication. After years of feeling defined by diagnoses and treatment decisions, Ellen began asking questions, advocating for herself, and discovering the importance of informed consent and having a voice in her own care.
Today, she openly shares both the difficult and hopeful parts of her story while advocating for others through the Mental Health Choice Project. Her message is simple but powerful: you are more than a diagnosis, you are allowed to ask questions, and it’s okay to say, “I’m not okay.”
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
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Valerie and Steven host the show. Published by Recovery Culture.
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