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Addict II Athlete Podcast

Addict II Athlete Podcast

Blu Robinson

The Addict II Athlete podcast is hosted by Coach Blu Robinson a licensed clinical mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor who has worked in the field since 2001. Blu is a fantastic public speaker, coach, and therapist who works with many individuals, youth, couples, and families addressing issues like addiction, trauma, communication, parenting, and more. Blu hopes to provide listeners with the skills and game plans for anyone to turn their mess into their message of hope and a bright future. He is seasoned and has been hosting podcasts since 2016 and produced over 500 episodes. The AIIA podcast is here to inspire anyone. We share recovery stories, education, life tips, address teen and parenting issues, and more. Our topics address all walks of life but also addiction recovery with tips and fundamentals for those seeking recovery as well as the family and friends of someone who is. Addict II Athlete removes the negative stigma of addiction and mental health and creates a foundation of potential and support.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Addict II Athlete Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Addict II Athlete Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Addict II Athlete Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Addict II Athlete Podcast - Mindset Is Everything: Shadrach Feild

Mindset Is Everything: Shadrach Feild

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09/19/23 • 63 min

This episode is a restream from May 30, 2021 Coach Blu interviews Shad Feild, cowboy, pilot, and son of Lewis Feild. After a traumatic plane crash in August 2020, Shad didn't know if he would ever walk again. He met team Addict II Athlete when he started a HIIT class with Coach James Johnson to help him build his strength back. Coach Johnson immediately invited him skydiving with the team to help him erase and replace that experience. Shad shares how his mindset was the pinnacle to being able to handle this trial. Shad said, "I was taught from a very young age to get back on that horse when you get bucked off! It’s not always easy to conquer our fears but it’s so freeing. I felt like it would be a good way to erase some of the negative brought on by the accident and replace it with something BIG, something I’d remember and have somewhat of a fresh start with my love for aviation."

You can watch the last few minutes of the plane crash here, subscribe to Shad's YouTube channel, and follow him on Instagram.

Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!

https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete

For more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts please visit our website.

https://www.AddictToAthlete.org

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - To the Moon

To the Moon

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11/08/18 • 52 min

Listen as Coach Blu interviews Athlete Eric Moon on his journey from a jail cell to an ultra runner. Athlete Moon's passion is matched by his willingness to be teachable and accountable to the Athlete inside. Listen to him share his recovery story. www.AddictToAthlete.org https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Moving Forward with David Clark

Moving Forward with David Clark

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12/10/18 • 43 min

Coach Blu And Coach David Clark sit down long enough to talk about life in the last 365 days. David Clark shares his thoughts and feelings on seeing the good in the bad, the enlightenment he has experienced since tearing his Achilles tendon several weeks ago. Coach Blu and Coach Clark discuss how moving forward despite was coming down the pipeline is the only true way to experience life for what it is. To be sober, to be involved, and to know, life is what you make it. www.AddictToAthlete.org

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Athlete Baxter

Athlete Baxter

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11/19/18 • 52 min

Today Athlete Kirk Baxter and Coach Blu talk about a different way to look at people in recovery. Athlete Baxter has never experienced drugs or alcohol addiction but he pulls strength from the team. His insight and big heart even allowed Coach Blu to talk about a loss he and the team suffered in 2017. Athlete Baxter is a genuine man, a strong father, an avid runner and we are lucky to have him in Team AIIA. www.AddictToAthlete.org https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - A True Alliance

A True Alliance

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12/03/18 • 54 min

Today Coach Blu talks to Willy and Brad, two amazing guys in active recovery who have found passion in helping the community as a whole rather than one single outlet. In recovery, there is no room for the division of addiction and sober, we all must heal together if we are to live together. www.AddictToAthlete.org https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Endurance

Endurance

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12/24/18 • 55 min

Today Coach Blu talks to Athlete Judy Berrocal as she brings her life experience of turning a mess into a powerful message. Her story is powerful and her ability to be accountable for herself to become a power hitter in the addiction recovery industry.

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Addict "2" Athlete: Suffer Well with Rob Archuleta
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02/18/25 • 59 min

In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson welcomes Rob Archuleta, a licensed addiction counselor and co-founder of Addict 2 Athlete. They discuss their shared journeys from addiction to recovery, the founding of their respective organizations, and the importance of exercise in the recovery process. Rob shares his personal story of overcoming addiction, the challenges he faced with traditional recovery models, and the transformative power of movement and community support. The conversation emphasizes the need for a more inclusive and adaptable approach to recovery, highlighting the significance of love, courage, and conviction in the healing process. In this conversation, Rob Archuleta and Blu Robinson explore the transformative power of running and endurance sports in the context of addiction recovery. They discuss the emotional breakthroughs experienced through physical activity, the stigma surrounding addiction, and the importance of connection and community in the recovery process. The conversation also touches on the holistic approach to recovery, emphasizing life skills and personal growth beyond addiction. Rob shares his journey of writing a book aimed at helping others navigate treatment and recovery, highlighting the significance of sharing stories and experiences.

takeaways

  • Rob Archuleta has a PhD in advanced studies in human behavior.
  • Addict to Athlete was founded in 2009 to support those in recovery through exercise.
  • Rob struggled with traditional 12-step meetings and sought alternative methods for recovery.
  • Exercise played a crucial role in Rob's recovery journey, helping him overcome anhedonia.
  • The importance of community support in the recovery process is emphasized.
  • Rob's grandmother's passing was a pivotal moment in his decision to pursue sobriety.
  • The conversation challenges the notion of powerlessness in addiction recovery.
  • Rob believes that the conviction gained in addiction can be redirected towards positive pursuits.
  • The need for recovery models to evolve with societal changes is highlighted.
  • Both hosts agree on the importance of self-love and acceptance in the recovery journey. Running can lead to profound emotional breakthroughs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Addict to Athlete Podcast 01:36 Meet Rob Archuleta: A Journey from Addiction to Recovery 03:16 The Birth of Addict to Athlete 09:02 Finding Purpose in Recovery 15:11 The Power of Choice in Recovery 20:37 Challenging Traditional Recovery Models 27:09 Spiritual Awakening Through Movement 31:54 The Emotional Breakthrough of Running 34:01 Facing Criticism: The Stigma of Addiction and Recovery 37:49 The Power of Connection in Endurance Sports 40:25 Redefining Addiction: The Journey of Recovery 43:31 Life Skills Beyond Addiction: A Holistic Approach 49:10 Writing a Book: Sharing Stories and Navigating Recovery

Website- Addict to Athlete, Inc. – A Peer Driven Support Group Focusing on Active Recovery

Book- https://www.amazon.com/Suffer-Well-Inspiration-Determination-Perspiration/dp/B0DSV9XB3F?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Insta- @sufferwell2025

Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!

https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete

Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts.

https://www.AddictToAthlete.org

Join the Team! Circle, our new social support event, along with the team and athlete communication platform, is designed to help us break free from doom scrolling and shadow banning and foster stronger connections among us.

Follow the link, download the app, and start this new chapter of Team AIIA!

Join Circle

https://a2a.circle.so/join?invitation_token=16daaa0d9ecd7421d384dd05a461464ce149cc9e-63d4aa30-1a67-4120-ae12-124791dfb519

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Overtime With Coach Blu: Stages of love
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02/16/24 • 33 min

STAGES OF LOVE

1. Falling in love 2. Falling out of love and 3. Learning how to love and be loved

Building Blocks of a Great Relationship

1. Trust. Our first essential task, according to Erickson’s theory of the psychosocial stages of life, involves trust versus mistrust. It should be no surprise that our first goal in life is to master trust, since that is the basis for all of our relationships moving forward. For many of us, our earliest experiences have been positive enough to allow us to adopt a trusting attitude. Some, though, have great difficulty with this, perhaps as a result of instability, inconsistency, invasion of boundaries, or even actual threat of harm or alienation. Mistrust can manifest in isolation and avoidance of intimacy.

2. Commitment. Once trust is established, our focus shifts to a decision about whom we will invite to share ourselves and our lives with; those to whom we will commit our full attention, time, and energy. Commitment is reserved for only those people who have proven that they are capable of sticking around for the long haul and are ready, willing, and able to share themselves with us, and to have us do the same. Think loyalty.

3. Intimacy. This means that we care enough and are comfortable enough to share all aspects of ourselves. We feel the desire to open our soul to someone who cares enough about us to understand and support us fully in most everything we do. Intimacy implies vulnerability: We are willing to show parts of ourselves we are not so sure about—our weaknesses, our neuroses, and the things we like least about ourselves. We feel down deep that the ones we choose to have in our lives know us and accept us, warts and all.

4. Respect. The word literally means “regard,” or “to look back at.” Interesting, since most of us would probably say that respect has come to mean a kind of veneration—having a deep reverence for someone or something. And certainly, those with whom we are most intimate deserve this, as do we. But the origin of the word shows us something very different. When it comes to an intimate relationship, it’s about the mutual mirroring of emotions, feelings, and beliefs. Respect says, “What I see in you I hold as just as important as what I see in myself.”

5. Communication. This can mean any kind of transmission between people, including non-verbal. We are all too familiar with times when our communication seems to be at cross-purposes. People are talking, but not really listening; their own agenda is far too important to include someone else’s. Good communication is facilitated by trust, commitment, and respect. We communicate in a healthy relationship for a common purpose; which also, by the way, is what the word actually means. We are trying to express how we feel and what we believe in, and we need to do so in an environment that is safe, supportive, accepting, and loving; one that is totally free of judgment, criticism, alienation, and anguish.

6. Empathy. In essence, empathy means being able to feel and understand, as well as anyone can feel and understand anyone other than themselves. And it means being able to walk in someone else’s shoes. Once you intimately understand and experience another, the ability to feel what they feel (as close to the way they actually feel it), to know what they’re thinking (almost reading their mind), and to understand how they process what is happening to them becomes easier.

7. Forgiveness

Even when your partner does something that upsets you, you must be willing to forgive them. This doesn’t mean you have to forget it, but you must be able to discuss what happened and move on after an apology and some time has passed.

8. Autonomy

You may love your time with your spouse but wish to spend time with others. When you want to do your own thing sometimes, this is called autonomy and it is something that must be present in a relationship.

Keep in mind that while you get to do the things you want, your partner must also be able to. This keeps everything fair.

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Public Service

Public Service

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09/14/20 • 49 min

Today coach Blu interviews Utah State Legislator, Brad Daw, about public service, getting involved, making change, and advocating for the people. Listen as they discuss Utah's move to help those in recovery from Medicaid for the incarcerated to Medical Marijuana. This is an informative podcast on how to make change using the voice of the people.

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Addict II Athlete Podcast - Addiction Is Not The Answer: John Shea
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05/15/23 • 56 min

John Shea shares his story of addiction and now recovery. John had a chaotic childhood that was extremely unstable. This and other mental health challenges led to years of a substance use disorder. He is proud to be sober and found exercise and fitness helps his recovery. He found Addict II Athlete a few years ago and became a certified Recovery Coach and hopes to apply his training helping vets in New York where he resides. Living with addiction can be incredibly challenging, but it is possible to overcome addiction and build a fulfilling, meaningful life. Here are some tips for addressing addiction problems and learning to love life again:

  1. Seek professional help: Addiction is a complex issue, and it often requires professional help to overcome. Whether you choose to work with a therapist, attend support groups, or seek medical treatment, getting help is an essential step in the recovery process.
  2. Build a support network: Surrounding yourself with supportive people can make a big difference in overcoming addiction. Whether it's friends, family, or members of a support group, having people who understand what you are going through and can offer encouragement and support can be incredibly helpful.
  3. Find healthy coping mechanisms: Many people turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with stress or other challenges. Finding healthy coping mechanisms, such as exercise, meditation, or creative activities, can help you manage stress and build resilience without turning to substances.
  4. Set goals and stay focused: Setting specific goals and working towards them can be a powerful motivator in overcoming addiction. It can help you stay focused on the positive changes that you are making and give you a sense of purpose and direction in life.
  5. Practice self-care: Taking care of yourself is essential in overcoming addiction and building a fulfilling life. This can include eating well, getting enough sleep, and engaging in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment.

Remember, overcoming addiction is a process that takes time and effort. But with the right mindset, support, and tools, it is possible to break free from addiction and live a life that you love.

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How many episodes does Addict II Athlete Podcast have?

Addict II Athlete Podcast currently has 448 episodes available.

What topics does Addict II Athlete Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Addiction, Health & Fitness, Ptsd, Goals, Selfimprovement, Athlete, Psychology, Anxiety, Selfhelp, Mental Health, Depression, Mentalhealth, Sobriety, Therapy, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Trauma, Recovery and Health.

What is the most popular episode on Addict II Athlete Podcast?

The episode title 'Mindset Is Everything: Shadrach Feild' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Addict II Athlete Podcast?

The average episode length on Addict II Athlete Podcast is 53 minutes.

How often are episodes of Addict II Athlete Podcast released?

Episodes of Addict II Athlete Podcast are typically released every 4 days.

When was the first episode of Addict II Athlete Podcast?

The first episode of Addict II Athlete Podcast was released on Nov 8, 2018.

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