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Feb. 27, 2025

Understanding My Triggers & Mental Health Struggles

In this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we explore how understanding triggers, anxiety disorder and mental health awareness play crucial roles in the recovery process. Understanding substance abuse and developing effective coping strategies can make the difference between sobriety and relapse. Through real stories and practical guidance, we'll help you…

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Feb. 26, 2025

Why Am I Pushing Away SUPPORTIVE People In My Life

Why do we push away the people who care about us the most? In this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we dive deep into emotional triggers and how past pain, addiction, and self-destructive habits can make us isolate ourselves—even from those trying to help. Amanda shares her personal experience with…

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Feb. 20, 2025

How ignoring our inner needs can derail our recover

In this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we dive deep into how unmet needs impact addiction recovery and explore the vital connection between emotional health and lasting sobriety. Ignoring your inner needs doesn’t just create emotional gaps—it can silently lead you toward relapse. We’ll break down the importance of self-awareness,…

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Feb. 19, 2025

Self Sabotage Losing Everything I Owned

In addiction we often self-sabotage ourselves because we are losing everything we have. It becomes a vicious cycle that we have a hard time coming out of. Our motivation is gone, and the repo man shows up. Depression sets in and our mental state becomes our worst enemy. 📢 Like…

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Feb. 17, 2025

Will You Choose To Be A Victor Over Your Traumatic Past?

There comes a point in life where 'emotional intelligence' becomes crucial for 'overcoming obstacles', especially after facing trauma or addiction. Through 'personal growth' and 'spiritual growth', we learn to move beyond 'victim mindset examples' and embrace our true potential as victors. 🙌 God created us for triumph, not to remain…

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Feb. 12, 2025

Bouncing Back The Struggle of Recovery and Relapse

Bouncing Back: The Struggle of Recovery and Relapse Recovery is a journey, not a straight path. In this powerful short, Jon shares his experience with addiction recovery, relapse, and the lessons he learned while navigating drug court. He opens up about how he "faked it to make it," still surrounded…

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Feb. 10, 2025

Comfort food vs Spiritual food What are you hungry for?

In this powerful short from 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we explore the difference between comfort food and spiritual food—and how understanding this can transform your addiction recovery journey. Many people struggling with food addiction turn to emotional eating for relief, but lasting healing comes from nourishing not just the body, but…

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Feb. 7, 2025

Growing My Relationship with God A Journey of Faith

Growing his relationship with God. Jon’s life was once controlled by addiction, but everything changed when he turned his heart to Jesus. 🙌 After years of struggle, he finally surrendered and found true freedom in Christ. In this powerful testimony, Jon shares how his faith has transformed him, how God’s…

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Feb. 5, 2025

Regaining Clarity Reflections on Lost Time

Regaining clarity after addiction is a journey that takes time. In this short video, we explore the reality of lost time due to drug addiction and the difficult but rewarding process of getting sober. When you’re deep in addiction, days, months, and even years slip away—but sobriety brings a new…

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Feb. 4, 2025

Thirty years in addiction then everything changed

From addict to advocate – Jon’s thirty-year journey of addiction, homelessness, jail, and recovery is a powerful story of transformation. For over 30 years, Jon struggled with drug addiction, experienced homelessness, and faced multiple arrests, trapped in the cycle of substance abuse. But everything changed when he found hope, sobriety,…

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Jan. 28, 2025

Family Regret I Got High While Mom Grieved

4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor brings a story of family regret by getting high while my mom grieves. Addiction recovery is never easy, and Dustin’s story is a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of drug addiction on families. Now sober, Dustin reflects on the guilt, pain, and consequences of his meth…

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Jan. 27, 2025

From Addiction to Triumph: Dustin Keegans Recovery Story

Join us on 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor as we share the powerful and inspiring recovery story of Dustin Keegan. From the depths of meth addiction and jail to finding freedom through faith in Jesus, Dustin's journey is a testament to the transformative power of recovery, redemption, and hope. In this heartfelt…

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Jan. 26, 2025

Stop Self Medicating The Truth About Antidepressants

Welcome to 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, your go-to addiction recovery podcast. In this short, "Stop Self-Medicating: The Truth About Antidepressants," we take a closer look at the widespread use of antidepressants, exploring their benefits, potential side effects, and the dangers of self-medicating. Mental health and addiction often go hand in hand,…

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Jan. 24, 2025

Devil Owns The Fence Choose Your Side!

We explore the story of Dustin who made a life-changing decision to say no to a shot of alcohol because they knew it would lead them back to meth. This raw and honest moment highlights the importance of self-awareness in recovery and the strength it takes to avoid relapse. Choosing…

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Jan. 23, 2025

The Truth About Depression

In this thought-provoking YouTube short, "The Truth About Depression", we dive deep into the reality of living with depression and the heavy stigma surrounding it. Depression is often misunderstood, leaving many to suffer in silence. On our addiction recovery channel, 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we aim to shed light on this…

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Jan. 22, 2025

Breaking the Stigma Seeking Help After Sobriety

Breaking the Stigma: Seeking Help After Sobriety" shares a powerful story of resilience and self-awareness. After being 1 year clean from alcohol, this individual realized that sobriety was just the beginning. In this video, they open up about the importance of addressing mental health after addiction recovery and breaking the…

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Jan. 21, 2025

Nine days to Freedom

In this inspiring short from 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, Justin shares a pivotal moment in his recovery journey titled "Nine Days to Freedom." Battling addiction and anger issues, Justin opens up about how the first nine days of sobriety began to transform his mind and life. Hear his raw and honest…

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Jan. 20, 2025

10 Tips to Succeed in Recovery

In this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, Justin and Gary, two seasoned veterans in the journey of addiction and recovery, share 10 essential tips to succeed in recovery. Drawing from their personal experiences and years of helping others, they offer practical advice, strategies, and encouragement to help you overcome challenges,…

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Jan. 13, 2025

Preventing the path of destruction.

In this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, we explore the story of Hillary, who faced the harsh reality of her alcohol addiction and the path of destruction it may have led to. Hear her heartfelt journey of recognizing the need for change, finding hope and healing, and choosing sobriety over…

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Jan. 12, 2025

Breaking Free Rejecting the Addict Label

In this empowering YouTube short from 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, Amanda shares her journey of breaking free from the addiction label and reclaiming her identity. She explains why she refuses to introduce herself as an "addict" and how she’s choosing to speak positivity and growth over her life. Amanda’s perspective challenges…

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Jan. 11, 2025

Prison to Peace My Life Transformation

From hitting rock bottom to finding peace and purpose, this is my powerful testimony of transformation. In this episode of the 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor podcast, I share how my life spiraled into misery and addiction, and how I had to lose everything to finally discover hope, freedom, and peace. If…

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Jan. 6, 2025

Surviving the holidays?

Surviving the Holidays" from 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor dives into the challenges faced by those in addiction recovery during the festive season. Hosts Gary and Amanda Blanks discuss the realities of staying sober during the holidays, where alcohol and drugs are often present at gatherings. They explore the difficulty of managing…

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Jan. 4, 2025

Conquering Addiction; Dreams & Recovery

n this episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, Justin and Gary dive into the fascinating and often unsettling experience of addiction dreams. These dreams, where individuals feel like they are using substances again, can feel so real that waking up can bring confusion and doubt. This is a common experience for…

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Jan. 2, 2025

Heartbreak, Hope, and Faith

In this heartfelt episode of 4mics 13teeth 1anklemonitor, Justin Hammet opens up about his journey of overcoming meth addiction and his heartbreak watching his sister still struggle with addiction. With just over a year in recovery, Justin shares his powerful story of determination, hope, and the importance of family in…

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