Episode 4 Show Notes and Resources

In this episode of the High to Hope podcast, host Candace Lane, a recovering drug addict and alcoholic, shares her raw and unfiltered journey towards sobriety and finding God. Candace delves into the struggles of addiction, the process of embracing faith, and the importance of step one in AA—admitting powerlessness over addiction. She recounts her personal experiences, including spiritual battles, hitting rock bottom, and eventually seeking help through a faith-based rehab program. Listeners are encouraged to find their own path to recovery, stay open to different methods, and believe in a higher power for lasting sobriety.

Episode 3 Show Notes and Resources

In this episode of the 'High to Hope' podcast, host Candace Lane, a recovering drug addict and alcoholic, delves into the complex nature of addiction, which she describes as a chronic, progressive, and fatal disease driven by an uncontrollable compulsion. She outlines the three-part illness of addiction: the allergy of the body, the obsession of the mind, and the spiritual malady, emphasizing the need for addicts to diagnose and treat themselves. Candace draws from her personal journey, discussing her transition from an atheist to a Christian, and how finding God helped her in her recovery. She also addresses the impact of addiction on her mental health and relationships, illustrating the destructive patterns and the importance of seeking help and recovery. The episode includes a disclaimer due to sensitive topics like drug and alcohol abuse, mental health issues, and abuse, and encourages those affected to find hope and healing.

Episode 2 Show Notes and Resources

In the first full episode of the 'High 2 Hope' podcast, host Candace Lane, a recovering drug addict and alcoholic who transitioned from atheism to Christianity, discusses the crucial steps in Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging a higher power. She deeply explores steps one and two of the 12-step program, sharing her personal struggles with addiction, her painful past, and the eventual realization of God's presence in her life. With insightful reflections on overcoming addiction and the transformative power of faith, Candace invites listeners to see the potential for recovery and hope through belief in a higher power. The episode also includes discussions on serious topics like mental health, overdose, and abuse, with a call for listener discretion.

There was a change, this episode is early! 3 more episodes will be released 8/30/2024 Introduction to High 2 Hope: Finding Sobriety and God. Let’s dig into what you can look forward to this season and who our host Candace Lane is. This podcast offers hope to anyone who struggles with addiction. 8/30/2024 is still the official launch day. We decided to drop this one a little early

RESOURCES:

high2hopepodcast@gmail.com

https://high2hope.com

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

https://143ministries.org

https://www.wannatalkaboutit.com