Michael Van Meter
Mike Van Meter
Episode 178 - Recovery is Hard but not Impossible
Episode 178 - Recovery is Hard but not Impossible
Episode 178 - Recovery is Hard but not Impossible
Sunday 23rd November 2025
Explore how Navy SEAL training can inspire recovery strategies. Learn how breaking tasks into smaller parts makes sobriety achievable.
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Michael Van Meter
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Break overwhelming tasks into smaller, manageable parts.
- Commit fully to sobriety; no looking back.
- Use the 'one day at a time' philosophy for daily focus.
- Family support is crucial but should avoid enabling behaviours.
- Recovery requires a mindset shift and mental resilience.
"Recovery is difficult, but not impossible."
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? In Episode 178 of 'Recovery Is Possible', Mike Van Meter and Lillie dive into the gritty reality that recovery is hard but certainly not impossible. Using Navy SEAL training as a metaphor, Mike explains how breaking down overwhelming tasks into smaller, manageable parts can make the impossible seem achievable.
Just like SEAL trainees focus on getting through each meal, those in recovery can focus on making it through each day without using substances. Lillie adds her perspective from Al-Anon, highlighting how family members can also benefit from this mindset by supporting their loved ones without making drastic decisions. With anecdotes from Mike's own journey and examples from ultra-runners, the episode offers a fresh perspective on the mental hurdles faced in recovery.
It's all about making a decision to commit fully to sobriety, cutting ties with past habits, and choosing to live one day at a time. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode provides practical advice and hope for those navigating this challenging path. If you're curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights and real-life stories that will resonate deeply.