New England Recovery Center
New England Recovery Center
Thankful for Recovery - Holiday Episode
Thankful for Recovery - Holiday Episode
Thankful for Recovery - Holiday Episode
Tuesday 25th November 2025
Explore gratitude's role in addiction recovery during holidays. Join hosts Lisa Blanchard & Jesse Chaison for inspiring stories and practical advice.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Episode Overview
- Gratitude can rewire your brain to be more resilient.
- Community meals and marathon meetings offer support during holidays.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for managing expectations.
- Peer recovery centres provide safe spaces for connection.
- Recovery is a journey best travelled with community support.
"Recovery is hard. And there's so many stories. I hear every one of the stories that come across our show. And they are so encouraging to me."
How do individuals find strength in their journey to sobriety, especially during the holiday season? The 'Thankful for Recovery - Holiday Episode' of Airing Addiction, hosted by Lisa Blanchard and Jesse Chaison, brings together heartfelt stories and expert opinions to explore the power of gratitude in recovery. Joined by producer James Gangemi, the hosts reflect on the courage and resilience of their guests and the supportive community that surrounds them.
They delve into how the holiday season can be a challenging yet transformative time for those impacted by addiction, offering practical advice and personal anecdotes to help listeners navigate this period with grace. Jesse shares his own journey from client to licensed mental health counsellor, highlighting the importance of lifelong learning and peer support. Meanwhile, Lisa emphasises the significance of setting boundaries and finding community, whether through marathon meetings or peer recovery centres.
James adds a touch of humour and insight into how gratitude can rewire our brains, making us more resilient in the face of life's challenges. With a focus on community meals, gratitude practices, and the importance of connection, this episode is a reminder that recovery is a journey best travelled together. So, what are you grateful for this holiday season?