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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery

Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery

Barb Nangle

Tired of feeling fragmented and overwhelmed? Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12-Step Recovery is your guide to creating a life of wholeness, authenticity, and healthy boundaries. Join Barb Nangle, a boundaries coach and speaker, as she shares raw and honest insights from her own journey and the principles of 12-step recovery. Discover how to set boundaries without guilt or shame, overcome people-pleasing tendencies, manage your emotions effectively, cultivate a stronger sense of self, and build healthier relationships. Barb's approach is raw, honest, and sometimes a little bit (okay, a lot) sweary.

Barb doesn't speak for or endorse any particular 12 step program of recovery. Though she's a huge fan of 12 step recovery, and a member of two 12 step fellowships, she cannot speak for them. If you're ready for real talk and practical tools for transformation, tune in! To learn more about Barb, go to https://higherpowercc.com/

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - Addicted to Chaos: How Rumination and Catastrophizing Hijack Your Peace (and How to Stop) | Episode 283
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09/23/24 • 18 min

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I recently came across the phrase, “Stop extending the life of your problems.” This resonated with me because before I got into recovery, I hadn’t realized I was massively extending the life of my problems for DECADES on end by ruminating on the past and catastrophizing about the future. This, I have come to realize, is a very common trait for those of us in ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families). This week’s episode 283 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how rumination and catastrophizing hijack your peace (and how to stop)!

If you feel like you don’t know how to be in your life, be in your feelings, feel situated within yourself or how to be in relationships or organizations, it’s probably because you’re more focused on others than you are yourself. If this is you, you are a perfect candidate for Boundaries by Design: A Blueprint for Life, an 8-week structured course for women.

This group coaching program will give you the framework, coaching, and guidance to create a manual for your life. You’ll know where you end and others begin, what your responsibility is and what’s not, and what you like, want, need, and prefer.

Some of the talking points I go over in this episode include:

  • How recovery helped me come to the realization that I was replaying moments from the past and living in the wreckage of the future.
  • Why adult children become “addicted to excitement” and, as a result, do things to activate our nervous system.
  • The 3-step solution for how to stop ruminating and catastrophizing and live in the present moment.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Ep 42: Why Take a Daily Inventory

When Food is Love by Geneen Roth

CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:

Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletter

Free boundaries resources

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Buy Barb a tea

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - How to Set Strong Boundaries: Real-Life Stories of Saying No and Standing Firm | Episode 282
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09/16/24 • 26 min

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It’s no secret that boundaries are the key to reclaiming your power, honoring your needs, and living life on your terms. And me showing up week after week on the podcast to lay the foundation for boundary setting is one thing, but hearing the real-life stories of those of us who are taking action and setting boundaries in our lives is inspiring on a whole new level! This week’s episode 282 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about real-life stories of saying no and standing firm!

In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing a series of examples of ways either myself, my listeners, or my clients have put the fundamentals of boundary setting into action in their lives so you can feel inspired to do the same in your life.

Now, some of these boundaries may seem small but when you multiply them by the thousands of ways we’ve compromised ourselves in the past, setting all these little types of boundaries results in the kind of life we want to live.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!

After Participating in Private Coaching with Barb, You'll...

*Be able to feel peaceful and calm when setting boundaries

*Know how to communicate directly with people

*Your feelings will become more "right-sized"

*Do things because you really want to do them, not because you feel obligated

*Live your life by your own values and feel proud of that

*Learn to keep the focus on yourself and still be kind and helpful

*Come closer to realizing your authentic identity

Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-call

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Free Resources on Boundaries

CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:

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Free boundaries resources

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - I Got Over My Fears Because Courage is Contagious

I Got Over My Fears Because Courage is Contagious

Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery

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11/08/21 • 8 min

I always thought courage meant that you had no fear but rather, it’s the ability to take action in the face of fear. That’s why episode 133 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how I got over my fears because courage is contagious! 

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In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing the importance of being courageous to show yourself it is possible to do it again and actionable steps you can take right now to feed off of others’ courage to take courageous action for yourself. 

I challenge you to think about that one thing you haven’t had the courage to do yet, and talk about it in your next meeting, and eventually once you’ve done that thing, share it with others so that they can take their own courageous action. So be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening!

If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - Discovery Is Not Recovery | Episode 14

Discovery Is Not Recovery | Episode 14

Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery

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07/21/19 • 14 min

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In this episode the differences between discovery and recovery are laid out, as are the differences between relief and recovery. Many people come into the rooms of 12 step recovery and "discover" what is wrong with them, thinking that is enough. Others come into the rooms and find some measure of relief and leave thinking they're done. Neither of these result in the deep, lasting changes that are the promise of 12 step recovery. Listen here to learn the distinctions.

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - 11 Steps for How to Build Your Own Personalized Boundary System Part 1 | Episode 246
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01/08/24 • 22 min

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I take all of my boundaries clients through a series of steps to build their personalized boundary system and I wanted to share these steps with you today. This week’s episode 246 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is part 1 of the steps to build your own personalized boundary system!

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In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing the importance of determining your top 5 values BEFORE starting any boundary work and actionable steps you can take right now to create a boundary setting system that feels good to you!

The steps I go over in this episode include:

  1. Alter your mindset.
  2. Develop empowered communication.
  3. Shed your masks.
  4. Deal with the pushback that inevitably comes.
  5. Recognize who owns what.

Tune into next week’s episode as I cover steps 6-11.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Ep 156. Info, Not Ammo

Ep. 9. My Tools of Recovery Part II: Reaching Out

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Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletter

Free boundaries resources

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - How to Untie the Bundle of Negativity and Self-judgment So You Can Have Peace and Ease | Episode 118
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07/26/21 • 14 min

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If you're sick and tired of the endless string of negative thoughts and self-judgment in your head, that can end! I'm living proof! It starts with awareness - awareness of what you're saying to yourself. You then need to analyze what those messages are and what they're doing to do you. They're crippling you, AND they're not making you into a better person. So stop! Stop that shit! Once you stop the negativity, you'll stop judging yourself. Ironically, that will lead to stopping your judgments of others as well. As your self-judgment diminishes, you'll feel more at ease and at peace in your life.

Here are the links I promised:
Secured, Loved & Brave membership community: https://higherpowercc.com/membership/

Podcast episodes to help you untie the bundle:
#5 Affirming Ourselves https://higherpowercc.com/2020/11/05/fragmented-to-whole-podcast-5-affirming-ourselves/
#6 Fear of Being Judged https://higherpowercc.com/2020/11/05/fragmented-to-whole-podcast-6-fear-of-being-judged/
#83 Flawesome! https://higherpowercc.com/2021/03/12/83-flawesome/

If you’re a fan of this podcast and want to support it, please check me out Patreon.com/HigherPowerCoaching. You can choose the level of support that feels right for you.

Be sure to leave a rating on Apple Podcasts (it helps others to find this podcast!).
Please follow me on Instagram @HigherPowerCoaching and visit me on my website: www.HigherPowerCC.com.

And be sure to check out all the stories shared under the Baobab Tree at BaobabTreeStories.com

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - How to Understand the Relationship Between Honesty and Trust | Episode 95

How to Understand the Relationship Between Honesty and Trust | Episode 95

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02/15/21 • 8 min

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If you're anything like I was before recovery, you were (or maybe still are) unable to be honest much of time. Some of that dishonesty has to do with not trusting others. If you grew up in a chaotic or unsafe environment, that makes sense. Lying was self protective. However, now that we're adults and can choose who we surround ourselves with, it's easier to be around safe and caring others.

The thing that's news to me is that honesty requires trusting *myself* too! It's not just about trusting other people. Now that I can trust myself to take care of myself, to set boundaries and enforce them, I don't feel the need to lie like I used to. That includes trusting myself not to put myself in harm's way and to now surround myself with safe, caring and respectful others.

Please follow me on Instagram @HigherPowerCoaching.
Be sure to leave a rating on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen (it helps other people who need this info to find me!).
Visit me on my website: www.HigherPowerCC.com.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - How You Can Go From Hating Hope to Loving Hope with One Simple Practice | Episode 139
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12/20/21 • 13 min

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The most important thing that I want to give you through this podcast is hope. I want you to have hope because I know from personal experience what it’s like to be without hope. That’s why episode 139 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how you can go from hating hope to loving hope in one simple practice!

Support the show by becoming a Patreon member!

In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing the importance of loving hope and actionable steps you can take right now to love hope with this one simple practice.

Some of the talking points I go over in this episode include:

  • One time in my life when I have been completely hopeless and why I want you to have hope and understand the importance of having hope.
  • How I went from “hope sucks” to hope being my main mission and something I love, all through gratitude practice!
  • What hope does for you, and why I fully believe it’s important for each and every one of you to experience.
  • Some quick tips on how to start implementing gratitude into your life.

Allow my story, my recovery, and my stories to help provide you that hope. There is always hope. So be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening!

If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

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LINKS:

Ep #8 Gratitude

https://higherpowercc.com/2020/11/05/fragmented-to-whole-podcast-11-gratitude/

Article

How Gratitude Journaling Can Give You a Better Life: Lessons learned from my 20 year practice

6 minute video “How to Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude

Toastmasters International - public speaking and leadership development organization

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - What Most People Don't Know About Physical Addiction vs Process Addiction | Episode 165
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06/20/22 • 17 min

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I was listening to another recovery podcast the other day and this other person was talking about how they had no idea where to find resources. It occurred to me that it would be beneficial to discuss the 12 step recovery process for those of you who aren’t familiar with it so you can see if it’s right for you or not. I really didn’t “get” addiction until I was in my second recovery program. This week’s episode 165 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about understanding the difference between a physical addiction and a process addiction!

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In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing the importance of understanding the two-fold nature of the addiction illness and actionable steps you can take right now to better understand if a 12 step recovery program is for you.

Some of the talking points I go over in this episode include:

  • What physical addiction is and is not, and examples of what this looks like.
  • What process addiction looks like, and the biggest differences between physical and process addictions.
  • The ways in which addiction is different from abusing a substance or process, and how it includes an allergic reaction to the substance.
  • Why people who are actively in their addiction avoid healthy people while dating, because they find them boring.

We find healthy calmness in recovery, and it can take time to get used to that peacefulness. Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:

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Buy Barb a tea

BetterBoundarieswithBarb.com

Membership Community, Secure, Loved & Brave

Links to recovery resources:

Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/

Narcotics Anonymous: https://www.nar-anon.org/

Cocaine Anonymous: https://ca.org/

Al Anon: https://al-anon.org/

Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families: https://adultchildren.org/

Co-Dependents Anonymous: https://coda.org/

Overeaters Anonymous: https://oa.org/

Debtors Anonymous: https://debtorsanonymous.org/

Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous: https://slaafws.org/

We The Village: https://wethevillage.co/

Faces & Voices of Recovery: https://facesandvoicesofrecovery.org/

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Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery - How Acceptance Changed My Life: Peace, Resilience, and Self-Love | Episode 297

How Acceptance Changed My Life: Peace, Resilience, and Self-Love | Episode 297

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12/30/24 • 15 min

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Learning how to be accepting of myself and others was one of the most important things I learned in recovery. I have made several episodes on the life-changing impact of this acceptance, and today, I wanted to continue that by sharing the long-term impact of being accepting of the people, places, and circumstances of your life. This week’s episode 297 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about how acceptance changed my life: peace, resilience, and self-love!

In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing the profound impact that learning to be accepting has had on my relationships and circumstances in hopes that you, too., can move towards a more accepting, peaceful life.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/

Are you saying yes when you really want to say no? Are you putting yourself last? Perhaps you're the consummate accommodator whose people-pleasing ways are wearing you out. If so, you're a perfect fit for my 12-week private coaching program!

After Participating in Private Coaching with Barb, You'll...

*Be able to feel peaceful and calm when setting boundaries

*Know how to communicate directly with people

*Your feelings will become more "right-sized"

*Do things because you really want to do them, not because you feel obligated

*Live your life by your own values and feel proud of that

*Learn to keep the focus on yourself and still be kind and helpful

*Come closer to realizing your authentic identity

Sign up for a free 30 minute Better Boundaries call with me at this link. https://calendly.com/barb-nangle/better-boundaries-call

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Ep 2: Acceptance

CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:

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Free boundaries resources

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Buy Barb a tea

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The episode title 'How to Enjoy the Holidays by Setting Boundaries Now | Episode 80' is the most popular.

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"Act As If/Episode 25" is one of my favorite podcasts. In this episode, Barb Nangle offers practical solutions to managing your emotions and how to arrest dysregulating thoughts. Ms Barb's calm demeanor and thorough explanations have helped me to detect and thus address areas of my life that need work. God bless Barb for all she does to help all of us

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