Best Workout Addiction Recovery Podcasts (2025)

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Progress Over Perfection - Grace Over Guilt 2:24

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1h ago2:24

2:24

Guilt has a way of chaining us to our past, replaying mistakes until we start to believe they define us. In this episode, we talk about choosing grace over guilt—learning to see ourselves through the lens of compassion instead of condemnation. Recovery is hard enough without carrying the extra weight of shame, and grace gives us the freedom to grow…

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EP 233.5: From Exercise Addiction & Gym Obsession to Healthy Movement ~ The 5 Step Recovery Framework That Works Must Listen Fav! 16:04

6h ago16:04

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Struggling with exercise addiction? You're not alone. If you're working out every single day, feeling intense guilt when you miss a session, or using exercise to compensate for food intake, this episode is your roadmap to freedom. Recovery coach Lindsey Nichol, who overcame her own compulsive exercise patterns (working out twice daily at her worst)…

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Progress Over Perfection - Myth of Perfection 3:11

6h ago3:11

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In this episode, we challenge the false idea that recovery—or life—requires flawless execution. The myth of perfection keeps us stuck in shame, fear, and unrealistic expectations. Together, we unpack where this pressure comes from, why it’s so destructive, and how to replace it with grace and self-compassion. Recovery isn’t about spotless records o…

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Progress Over Perfection - Exhale 3:25

1h ago3:25

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In this episode, we talk about letting go of the constant pressure to “get it all right” in recovery. Too often, we push ourselves to meet unrealistic expectations, forgetting that growth takes time. Exhale is a reminder to ease up, breathe, and find balance in the daily grind. We explore how releasing the need to be perfect allows space for grace,…

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Stop The Bill That Lets Pesticide Companies Off The Hook With Dr. Alexandra Muñoz 34:43

26m ago34:43

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Provision 453 of the current House Appropriations bill for FY 2026 will create, in effect, a kind of liability shield for pesticide companies, protecting them from lawsuits. This means that if you are made sick by their products you will have no real legal recourse, even though scientific evidence points to the harm caused by their products. Today,…

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Inside the Fire - The Fire Made Me 3:13

20h ago3:13

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Some people break under pressure—but others are forged in it. In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch reflects on the seasons of pain, loss, and struggle that didn’t just test him—they shaped him. From addiction and prison to rebuilding his life, Brandon shares how every hardship became a refining fire, burning away what was holding him b…

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EP 233: Be The Boss of Your Thoughts! The Triple Threat Tool ~ A 3-Step Framework to Stop Disordered Thoughts from Controlling Your Day 18:20

1d ago18:20

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Tired of being held hostage by thoughts like "When can I eat next?" or "I need to work this off"? In this game-changing episode, Lindsey introduces her signature Triple Threat Tool that stops ED thoughts from spiraling and puts YOU back in control of your mind. Learn the exact 3-step framework to go from being controlled by eating disorder thoughts…

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Episode #177- Brezz's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery 54:01

1d ago54:01

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In this powerful episode of The Recovery Couch, Brandon Couch sits down with Brezz, whose journey from a childhood surrounded by trauma and addiction to a life of purpose is nothing short of inspiring. Brezz opens up about the impact of his father’s addiction, his own struggles with substance use, and the deep losses that shaped his path—including …

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Inside the Fire - Life with Purpose 3:44

2d ago3:44

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Sobriety is just the beginning. In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch shares how recovery became more than simply staying clean—it became a call to live with intention, passion, and purpose. He reflects on the shift from surviving each day to actively building a life worth living, one that aligns with his faith, values, and calling. Thi…

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539: Detox from the Covid Shot with Christian Elliot 44:44

5d ago44:44

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If you got one of the COVID shots, you're not stuck. Your body has the ability to detoxify. Where to start, though? Our guest today, Christian Elliot of Healing United, suggests avoiding what he calls "biochemical whack-a-mole". Instead, he recommends that you purify and nourish the body to support its innate detoxing capabilities. He begins by hel…

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Inside the Fire - Rebuilding Trust 4:59

5d ago4:59

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Broken trust is one of the deepest wounds caused by addiction—and one of the hardest things to rebuild. In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch shares the emotional reality of trying to earn back trust with loved ones, while also learning to honor his own progress in recovery. Before the amends, before the reconciliation, there’s a powerf…

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EP 232: The Small Life Your ED Wants vs. The Abundant Life You Deserve ~ Here's How You Settle for More 22:13

5d ago22:13

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Are you tired of living small? Of missing out on life because your mind is consumed with food thoughts, calorie calculations, and body obsession? In this expansion-focused episode, Lindsey paints a vivid picture of what your life looks like when you stop settling for the crumbs of existence and start feasting on the fullness of freedom. If you've b…

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Inside the Fire - Facing the Truth 4:44

6d ago4:44

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In this brutally honest episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch reflects on the moment he stopped running and started facing the truth—about his addiction, his pain, and the damage left in his wake. No more excuses. No more denial. Just the raw reality of who he had become and the deep need for change. Facing the Truth is about the courage it tak…

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Inside the Fire - A New Way 3:26

7d ago3:26

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After years of chaos, self-destruction, and living in survival mode, Brandon Couch finally reached the moment that changed everything—the decision to choose a new way. In this powerful episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon shares how exhaustion, brokenness, and the weight of his past led to a turning point where he realized he couldn’t keep living th…

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Inside the Fire - When the Fire Burns Back 4:20

8d ago4:20

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In this raw and unflinching episode, Brandon Couch shares the breaking point of a life consumed by chaos. After years of fistfights, arrests, and nights behind bars, the thrill of rebellion had burned out, leaving only exhaustion and regret. Brandon reflects on the moments when the fire he once thought he controlled started burning him back—physica…

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EP 231.5: Standing in Agreement ~ How to Breakup with the Lies That Keep You Stuck in Eating Disorder Behaviors Must Listen Fav! 16:51

11d ago16:51

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Ready to break the lies that have kept you trapped in disordered eating? In this fire-filled episode, Lindsey delivers one golden nugget that could change everything: it's time to evaluate your agreement. The direction of your life is based on agreements you've made along the way - and if you're still stuck, you're standing in agreement with lies t…

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Episode #172 - The Heart of A Warrior (Part 2): A Conversation with Michael Thompson 34:21

9d ago34:21

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In this powerful episode of The Recovery Couch, Brandon Couch sits down with Michael Thompson—author and leader of life-changing men’s retreats—to explore the journey of healing, recovery, and rediscovering true masculinity. Michael shares profound insights on why intimacy with God is more vital than simply serving Him, and how solitude, community,…

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Inside the Fire - Losing Myself 3:36

9d ago3:36

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In this raw and vulnerable episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes listeners into the season of his life where he completely lost his sense of self. Addiction, shame, and the weight of bad decisions pulled him deeper into an identity he no longer recognized. Brandon reflects on how losing himself was both terrifying and necessary, as it for…

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538: How A Solo Kayak Trip Around Greenland Led to Weight Loss, Resilience and a New Take on Nourishment with Mike Keen 42:32

9d ago42:32

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Mike Keen came up with the idea of a kayak expedition off the coast of Greenland before he had any clue about how transformative it would be for his life and health and worldview! Today, he dives into what went down—what it was like eating the traditional Inuit diet (including fermented seal!), how his body responded to the kayaking and change in d…

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Inside the Fire - Freefalling 4:01

14d ago4:01

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In this raw and unfiltered episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes you into one of the most chaotic seasons of his life—when everything felt out of control and he was freefalling into addiction, despair, and self-destruction. This chapter of his journey reveals how quickly life can spiral and how dangerous it becomes when shame and hopeless…

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EP 231: When Recovery from Disordered Eating Feels Like Swimming Against the Current ~ Finding Hope in the Hard Season🌊 19:32

12d ago19:32

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Feeling exhausted from fighting the same eating disorder thoughts every single day? Tired of trying to navigate recovery alone while swimming against what feels like an impossible current? In this hope-filled episode, Lindsey uses powerful ocean metaphors to help you understand why recovery feels so hard and why you don't have to do it alone. If yo…

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Inside the Fire - 1st Hit of Speed 4:44

15d ago4:44

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In this gripping episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes listeners back to the pivotal moment when he first tried speed. What began as a single hit quickly became the spark that fueled years of chaos, addiction, and self-destruction. Brandon shares the rush, the false sense of control, and the eventual unraveling that followed, painting a r…

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Inside the Fire - The Prison Years 4:59

16d ago4:59

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In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch opens up about one of the most transformative chapters of his life: his time in prison. Stripped of freedom and forced to face the consequences of his addiction and past decisions, Brandon reflects on the pain, isolation, and hard truths that came with incarceration. Yet, within those walls, seeds o…

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Inside the Fire - The Chapter That Nearly Broke Me: "Lonely" 6:22

17d ago6:22

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In this raw and unfiltered episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes listeners behind the scenes of one of the most gut-wrenching chapters of his memoir, Step 4: A Journey Through Addiction. Chapter 16, “Lonely,” recounts the dark spiral of isolation, substance abuse, and self-destruction that nearly broke him. Brandon opens up about the crus…

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EP 230: Stop Making Yourself the Exception! Why >60% of Women Recover from Eating Disorders + The ONE Question to Help You Do the Same 18:44

15d ago18:44

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Ready for some tough love, sis? If you've been walking around asking "Why me? Why do I have to struggle with this eating disorder? Why do I even bother trying to recover?" - this episode is your wake-up call. Lindsey delivers the reality check you need to stop playing victim in your own recovery story and start asking the question that changes ever…

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The Heart of a Warrior (Part 1): A Conversation with Michael Thompson 55:13

18d ago55:13

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In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation on The Recovery Couch, Brandon Couch sits down with Michael Thompson—author of The Heart of a Warrior and founder of Zoweh Ministries—for a deep and honest exploration of healing, identity, and the battle men face within. Michael shares his own journey of transformation and unpacks what it means to f…

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Inside the Fire - Behind "Step 4" 5:52

18d ago5:52

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Every chapter of Step 4: A Journey Through Addiction came from a place of pain, surrender, and redemption—but there’s more to the story than what made it to the page. In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes you behind the scenes of writing Step 4, revealing the emotional and spiritual battles that shaped the book’s message. From rel…

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537: What You May Not Know About Energy For Healing Yourself And The Land With Anna Chaney 46:13

19d ago46:13

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What if we considered a new/ancient approach for healing ourselves...and the land? Anna Chaney went out on a limb to try to find answers for her own health and stumbled upon "energy healing." And while it may sound "woo woo", energy medicine helped her resolve many chronic conditions that were plaguing her. Anna then went on to implement ancient pr…

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Wired for More - ADHD and Addiction Series Finale 6:20

21d ago6:20

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There’s a powerful—and often overlooked—connection between ADHD and addiction. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch dives into how the wiring of an ADHD brain can make it more vulnerable to addictive behaviors. From impulsivity and emotional dysregulation to the constant search for stimulation and relief, this conversation explores the …

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EP 229.5: How to Shift Your Identity from Weight Loss Obsessed & Chronic Dieter to Recovery Queen👑 18:32

19d ago18:32

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Ready to make the hardest shift in eating disorder recovery? In this powerful episode, Lindsey tackles the most challenging aspect of healing: letting go of weight loss goals completely. If you're a high achiever who's built your identity around being "weight conscious," this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about recovery. Le…

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Wired for More - Parenting, ADHD, and Breaking the Cycle 5:47

24d ago5:47

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What happens when you’re parenting a child with ADHD—while still learning how to manage your own? In this honest and deeply personal episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch explores the challenges and beauty of raising kids when ADHD runs in the family. From emotional regulation and impulsivity to guilt, grace, and growth, this episode unpacks how…

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Wired for More - Gifts of ADHD 6:26

25d ago6:26

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ADHD can feel like a constant battle—but hidden in the struggle are unexpected strengths. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch reframes the narrative around ADHD, shining a light on the gifts that often go unnoticed. From creativity and resilience to intuition, passion, and hyper-focus, Brandon shares how the very traits that once felt …

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Wired for More - Faith, Focus, and Holy Distraction 7:09

26d ago7:09

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When your mind runs a hundred miles an hour, how do you stay focused on what truly matters? In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch explores the intersection of ADHD, faith, and what he calls “holy distraction.” From struggling to stay present in prayer to feeling spiritually scattered, Brandon unpacks the challenges of maintaining focus i…

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EP 229: Why Your Husband’s Workout & BFF's Lunch Choice Has Nothing to Do With Your Recovery (+ 3 Strategies to Break Free From Comparison) 24:07

22d ago24:07

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Struggling with watching your husband grab a banana and head out for his 5-mile run while you're sitting with your full breakfast? Feeling guilty about eating meals when your friend skips lunch because she's "too busy"? This episode tackles the comparison trap that's keeping you stuck in eating disorder recovery. Lindsey gets raw and real about why…

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Episode #160 - Prayer, Power, and Purpose: A Conversation with Henry Nwaneri 1:01:17

26d ago1:01:17

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In this anointed episode of The Recovery Couch, Brandon Couch welcomes Pastor Henry Nwaneri—author, prophetic teacher, and founder of Jesus House International Ministries—for a powerful conversation on spiritual victory, emotional healing, and the relentless grace of God. Henry shares his journey of ministry across more than 60 countries, the reviv…

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Wired for More - Medication and Sobriety 8:54

27d ago8:54

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For those in recovery, the conversation around ADHD medication can feel like walking a tightrope. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch opens up about the complex intersection of ADHD, sobriety, and the gray areas in between. Is it possible to stay clean while taking medication for a diagnosed condition? How do you balance mental health …

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536: The Medical Industry Is Mostly Based On BS (Bad Science) With Dr. Jeremy Ayres And John Gusty 42:38

23d ago42:38

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Most medical professionals don't read the latest studies. A lot of modern medicine is based on bad science (B.S.). Conventional medicine was never set up to promote good health; it was meant for profit. If these statements shock you, that is part of the point. Our guests today, Dr. Jeremy Ayres and John Gusty, are co-authors of "The Red Pill Revolu…

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Wired for More - Slowing Down the Chaos 7:50

30d ago7:50

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When your mind moves a mile a minute, slowing down can feel impossible. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch explores the daily chaos of living with ADHD—and the intentional practices that help bring peace to the storm. From racing thoughts and emotional overwhelm to the struggle of constant stimulation, this episode offers real talk an…

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EP 228.5: How to Give Yourself Permission to REST When Exercise Controls Your Life (+ The REST Method) Must Listen Fav! 14:05

26d ago14:05

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If you exercise too much but can't stop, if rest days fill you with anxiety, if you've convinced yourself that constant movement equals worthiness—this episode is your permission slip to finally rest. Lindsey shares her personal journey from exercise addiction to freedom, revealing the powerful 4-letter word and method that saved her life: REST. Yo…

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Wired for More - Shame, Stigma, and the Inner Critic 7:52

1M ago7:52

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Long before we find the words for it, we learn how to hide it. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch takes a deep dive into the heavy layers of shame, stigma, and the relentless voice of the inner critic that often haunt those living with ADHD. From being labeled “too much” or “not enough,” to internalizing failure and comparison, this c…

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Wired for More - Impulsivity Is a Blessing and a Curse 7:51

1M ago7:51

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Impulsivity: it’s one of the hallmarks of ADHD—and it can either wreck your day or spark something brilliant. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch unpacks the double-edged sword of impulsivity. From risky decisions and addictive behaviors to creativity, spontaneity, and bold moves, impulsivity shows up in all kinds of ways. This episode…

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Wired for More - Focus, Frustration, and False Starts 8:52

1M ago8:52

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Ever feel like your brain is stuck in overdrive, but your progress is stuck in neutral? In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch dives into the ADHD struggle of chasing focus, managing constant frustration, and navigating the discouragement of false starts. From unfinished projects to the weight of unmet potential, this episode explores the…

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EP 228: The Recovery Mindset Shift That Ends All-or-Nothing Food & Body Thinking Forever + The 3 Step Framework to Implement it Just for You! 20:43

29d ago20:43

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If you're trapped in the exhausting cycle of all-or-nothing thinking around food and recovery, this episode will revolutionize your entire approach. Fresh back from vacation, Lindsey shares the powerful "Both/And Recovery" strategy that finally breaks you free from black-and-white extremes and helps you find the beautiful gray area where real heali…

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Wired for More - Self-Medicating Since Childhood 8:48

1M ago8:48

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Long before the diagnosis came, the search for relief had already begun. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch explores the all-too-common reality of self-medicating ADHD from a young age—often without even knowing it. Whether it was food, fantasy, risk, or substances, the goal was the same: to quiet the chaos, to feel something, or to f…

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535: Reduce Chronic Pain And Align The Body Through Nutritious Movement With Bam LionHeart 41:03

1M ago41:03

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Why are more and more young people struggling with back pain, injuries, and chronic joint issues? Bam LionHeart suggests that just like we need to adopt a more natural, ancestral diet, we need to get back to natural movement patterns to reclaim our freedom to move with ease and pain-free. Bam is a natural movement coach and the founder of Primal Mo…

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Episode #153: From Pulpit to Purpose: Ryan Canaday on Recovery, Redemption, and Radical Compassion 46:42

1M ago46:42

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In this deeply moving episode of The Recovery Couch, Brandon Couch sits down with Ryan Canaday—pastor, person in recovery, and founder of Free Recovery Community in Denver, CO. Ryan opens up about his journey from preaching in the pulpit while secretly battling addiction, to finding healing through a 12-step program, and ultimately creating a safe …

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Wired for More - The Dopamine Dilemma 6:49

1M ago6:49

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Why do people with ADHD chase intensity, struggle with boredom, and often feel restless in recovery? It all comes back to one powerful brain chemical: dopamine. In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch unpacks the “dopamine dilemma”—how ADHD brains are wired to seek stimulation, why that can lead to addiction, and how we can retrain our min…

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EP 227: The Real Reason You Save Food & Calories for Later + 7 Steps to Break This ED Pattern Now🙌 15:30

1M ago15:30

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On this MUST listen episode I share a listener question that will probably resonate with you: "I want to nourish my body more, but I save my calories until the end of the day. Why do I do this? Is this part of my eating disorder or just who I am?" If you find yourself waiting to eat certain foods until later, saving up calories for dinner, or only …

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Wired for More - ADHD and Addiction 6:30

1M ago6:30

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What if the same brain wiring that makes you feel "too much" is actually pointing to something deeper? In this episode of Wired for More, Brandon Couch dives into the complex connection between ADHD and addiction. From impulsivity and overstimulation to the search for relief and escape, many with ADHD are more vulnerable to substance abuse—but also…

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Tough Times Don't Last, Tough People Do - Fire Made Me 6:20

1M ago6:20

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Some people fear the fire—others are forged in it. In this episode of Tough Times Don’t Last, Tough People Do, Brandon Couch shares how the trials, pressure, and pain he once thought would break him actually built him. The fire didn’t destroy him—it refined him. This is a message for anyone walking through intense seasons of struggle: you’re not be…