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AAC Thrive

AAC Thrive

By: American Addiction Centers
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AAC Thrive with Mike & Friends is the podcast for anyone on the recovery journey who needs insight, inspiration, and practical wisdom to keep moving forward. Hosted by Mike Diamond, celebrity interventionist featured on A&E and Director of Engagement and Intervention Services at American Addiction Centers, this show delivers real conversations that light the path to lasting recovery.

With nearly 20 years of sobriety, Mike brings his lived experience and professional expertise, offering golden nuggets of truth, tools, and encouragement. Some episodes also feature his friends and colleagues from American Addiction Centers, or other special guests, who share their knowledge on addiction, mental health, treatment, and thriving in recovery.

Whether you are new to sobriety or years into your recovery, AAC Thrive with Mike and Friends gives you the hope, strategies, and community you need to stay strong, stay connected, and stay thriving.


If you are someone you know is struggling, please call 844-91-SOBER.

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Episodes
  • Resilience Reset: Small Steps That Make You Stronger in Recovery

    Resilience Reset: Small Steps That Make You Stronger in Recovery
    Sep 12 2025

    In this episode of AAC Thrive with Mike and Friends, Mike Diamond, Director of Engagement and Intervention Services, dives into the crucial role of resilience in the recovery journey. Recovery isn’t a destination but a daily practice of bouncing back from setbacks, building empowering habits, and leaning on a supportive community.

    Mike shares practical strategies for strengthening your “resilience muscle,” including journaling, mindfulness, exercise, and surrounding yourself with the right people. He also emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, preparation, and committing to the recovery process every day.

    Whether you’re in early recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to cultivate resilience in your life, this episode is packed with insights to help you adapt, grow, and thrive.
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    15 mins
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