It's just Steve and Julie this week, and we're talking about the past and the future of Through the Glass Recovery Podcast.

We're getting ready to take a summer break - a longer one that usual - and we'll take the time to discuss the evolution of TTG. As we both move down new paths and our own recovery stories continue to evolve, so will the podcast. We'll still be here behind the scenes though, and we'll still keep most of our free and paid resources available.

From our hearts to yours, thanks to all of our incredible, loyal listeners for always supporting us as we continue this journey. We wouldn't be doing this if it weren't for all of you.

Through the Glass Recovery Resources:

• Monday night Zoom support group (free)
• Facebook page
• Instagram
• Blog
• Podcast episodes
• 1:1 Recovery coaching

Julie's resources:

• No Alcohol Needed blog
• Get the free 40-page e-book

Steve's podcast:

Forged In Silence

What does spirituality really mean in recovery—and do you have to be religious to be spiritual? In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation, Julie and Steve are joined by Matt, Corina, and Jamie for an honest, down-to-earth exploration of how spirituality shows up in their sober lives.

From Buddhist philosophy and Bible stories to daily rituals and unexpected symbols of peace, each guest shares a unique path toward meaning, connection, and healing. Whether you’re religious, spiritual-but-not-religious, or just curious—this episode will meet you where you are.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Redefining spirituality outside of religion
• Daily practices that connect us to something greater
• Accidental spiritual awakenings
• Finding meaning in suffering and recovery
• How different faith traditions shaped our sobriety journeys
• The importance of curiosity, open-mindedness, and community
• Using spiritual tools to stay grounded in sobriety

This one is warm, funny, and full of insight. If you’ve ever wrestled with the idea of spirituality in recovery—or avoided it altogether—this is a gentle invitation to explore what might be waiting for you.

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To learn more about our guests, view the full show notes at https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/spirituality-and-sobriety/

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For information about 1:1 Recovery Coaching, visit https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/recovery-coaching/

In this powerful episode, our group dives deep into the connection between perfectionism and alcoholism and how striving to be flawless can sabotage sobriety, self-worth, and emotional healing. Jessica, Sarah, Erica, Hope, Julie, and Steve share raw and honest stories of how perfectionism shaped their drinking, and what it looks like to work through those tendencies in recovery.

From redefining success and learning to sit with mistakes, to practicing self-compassion and choosing authenticity over image, this conversation is full of insight, laughter, and “me too” moments for anyone struggling with not feeling good enough.

Key Topics in this Episode:

• Defining our own standards of "good enough"
• Authentic connection requires allowing others to see our imperfection
• How perfectionism and overachieving go hand in hand to sabotage your mental wellbeing and sobriety
• The intertwined journeys of recovery and how they all affect one another
• Perfectionism as a sense of control
• Recovering from perfectionism is an ebb and flow - some days are easier than others
• The tools of sobriety also support recovering from perfectionism
• Being a perfectionist can stop you from self reflecting, not wanting to admit your flaws and shortcomings - and therefore stopping you from ever working on them.---

  To learn more about our guests, view the full show notes at https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/podcast/perfectionism-and-alcoholism/

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  For information about 1:1 Recovery Coaching, visit https://throughtheglassrecovery.com/recovery-coaching/