In this compelling episode of the Recovery First Podcast, host Mike Todd embarks on a profound exploration of Collegiate Recovery Week and its profound implications for both students and families grappling with substance abuse. With a blend of personal anecdotes, expert insights, and real-life examples, Mike delves into the intricate dynamics between family struggles with addiction and the academic journeys of college students. Through candid conversations, Mike illuminates how Collegiate Recovery Week serves as a pivotal moment for raising awareness and sparking crucial dialogues surrounding substance abuse within the collegiate environment. He navigates the multifaceted challenges faced by students wrestling with addiction, shedding light on how these struggles can disrupt their academic pursuits and mental well-being. Moreover, Mike delves into the reciprocal relationship between family substance abuse and its impact on students, highlighting how the stressors and disruptions within the family unit can trickle down to affect the academic performance and overall collegiate experience of students. He underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing this interconnectedness, advocating for comprehensive support systems and tailored interventions to assist students from substance-affected families in achieving success and holistic well-being. Throughout the episode, Mike emphasizes the power of community, empathy, and solidarity in overcoming substance abuse and rebuilding family relationships. By sharing stories of resilience and triumph, he illustrates how Collegiate Recovery Week fosters a culture of compassion and support for individuals and families navigating the challenging terrain of addiction. By the episode's conclusion, listeners gain valuable insights into the transformative impact of Collegiate Recovery Week, not only in raising awareness and fostering understanding but also in catalyzing positive change within collegiate communities and beyond. Through Mike's thoughtful exploration, listeners are inspired to engage in meaningful conversations, advocate for inclusive environments, and embark on their journeys of healing and recovery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Join Mike Todd in this heartfelt episode of The Recovery First Services of Greenville as he reflects on the early days of his journey toward recovery and the profound influence of his mentor, Elliot. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Mike shares how Elliot's commitment to a life of sobriety molded his recovery journey and continues to impact countless lives within their community. Tune in to discover the transformative power of mentorship and the lasting legacy of one person's dedication to recovery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

🎙️ Join us on a brand new episode of the Recovery First Services of Greenville Podcast with host Mike Todd! 🌟 Discover how Mike's life-changing journey has paved the way for him to empower others today. Tune in as he shares insights on the new beginning at Greenville Tech Collegiate Recovery in Greenville, SC, and the transformative power of Recovery. Don't miss this inspiring Recovery Share! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Episode 72 of the #RecoveryFirstPodcast, Mike Todd has a message directly for Parents. Together through information and action, we can help stop this crisis that is tearing apart our lives and hurting our families. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Have you heard of Patient Brokering? What about quality Peer Support? These two topics are front and center of Episode 71 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast. We need to hear more about how both these opposites matter in today's Recovery Spaces. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Too often we don't always know what families of loved ones who are struggling or those who have lost someone are going through, In Episode 70 of the Recovery First Podcast Mike has a message for you, and anyone who is rallying around in support. We hope this heart felt message will help bring comfort, strength and hope. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

What do we do when we are starting over new in Recovery? A Personal Venture? Or a Life-Changing Event? In Episode 69 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast, Mike talks about how to navigate the crossroads of life.   The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Syringe exchange and safe injection sites! What's all the fuss about In Episode 68 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks about the importance of looking at this hot button topic from a fresh perspective.   The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Today in this heartbreaking episode of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast, Mike talks about how those that work to help others need self-care and healing. We hope you will give this 9-minute share a listen. #RecoveryFirstPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

We need our voices to keep speaking out. It doesn't matter how small or large your presence is. In Episode 66 of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks about why it is important that we don't silence our voices and that we come together collectively to continue to speak out, to advocate, and to collectively make a difference.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

David Carson founded Sammy's Mission with his wife, Mandi. David was in active addiction for many years. He was introduced to the Miracle Hill Overcomers Program in 2017. While David was in the treatment program, He met Jesus and developed a real love relationship with Him, and his life has been changed forever. David continually wants to give back what was freely given to him; hope. He wants to serve and help those that are in need like he once was. Sammy’s Mission exists so that men struggling with hopelessness and addiction experience hope, hear the Good News of God’s love, live in sobriety, and serve others. For more information about Sammy’s Mission, Visit www.sammysmission.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

We love showing support and love for all of the initiatives here in this beautiful Recovery Town of Greenville, SC. Join Us as we talk about the resources we have available to us today and also to discuss the next LIVE Episode tomorrow night with David Carson. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Mike talks about being a "DOER" and not a naysayer. It's easy for people to talk negatively especially when they are not in Recovery or in the middle of helping those who suffer from Substance Use Disorder. Join us and Mike shares a heartfelt message on how to navigate through it and a stern wake-up call for those creating problems here in South Carolina for good people doing honest work to save lives. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Today's Episode, Mike talks about the power of language. We have immense ability to make a difference when we turn from demeaning and inflammatory words and how we view ourselves, to changing our words towards a people-first language while in Recovery. Join us and Mike discusses this and the movement here at a state level in SC to help change the language we use with new proposed legislation affecting those in Recovery. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Today's Episode, Mike talks about the disease of Negative Thinking and how mindfulness can help combat the disease that is so easily infectious if not mindfully being on the lookout for. Mike talks about his experience and how to keep guard over the things that matter most in our Recovery Journey.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

Too often we assume that the letter behind a politician's name makes them lean one way or the other. Today Mike sits down and discusses a recent discussion with a conservative leader here in SC and talks about the surprising conversation they had about Harm Reduction. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Episode 59 of the Recovery First Podcast we welcomed Kyle, Kyle discussed with us his first-hand experience of the horrors of going through the unregulated South Carolina Recovery Housing Industry. Kyle also talked about having to go through work camps and the inhumane conditions that no one should have to endure while trying to change their lives in the Recovery Journey. To learn more about the #RecoveryFirst Podcast & to sign up for our newsletter, visit us today at www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In Episode 58 of the Freedom Recovery Center of Greenville #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike talks today about "Who’s Really In Control?". Often in Recovery, we feel like we have to control every situation and if we aren't in control then our life is unmanageable. Listen with us as Mike talks about how to navigate those feelings and how to channel them to our Recovery experiences and realize the beauty in not being in control. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. To learn more about the #RecoveryFirst Podcast & to sign up for our newsletter, visit us today at www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In this episode, Mike Todd speaks with us about our priorities, What that looked like in early Recovery, and what happened with prioritizing Recovery for over 30 years.  The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support

In this episode of the #RecoveryFirst Podcast Mike discusses the benefits of Service Work & why it is important to our Recovery journeys. The #RecoveryFirst Podcast is a Podcast that helps highlight Local Initiatives in Greenville, South Carolina, and as well within National Stage in the Recovery Communities. Here you will hear a wide arrange of Topics surrounding Addiction, Recovery from Amazing Advocates helping to make a difference within the Recovery Space. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, please contact us today by calling (864) 787-3798 or by visiting www.recoveryfirstpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedomhouseofgreenville/support