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Shame on you!
Do you constantly feel shame? Are others treating you as if you should be ashamed ? Does your self talk consist of negative thoughts and comments? Are you constantly acting and reacting in a manner that reflects the shame you feel? Is this generally related to your actions while in active addition? Did these actions go against your personal moral code? How do you feel about them now that you are working in recovery? Or trying to become sober? You are not alone if you answer

Jamie Palmer
Nov 92 min read


What is a Recovery Coach?
A recovery coach (or sober coach/peer recovery support specialist) is a trained certified professional who helps clients build and sustain recovery from addiction in a nonclinical, action-oriented role.

Jamie Palmer
Oct 41 min read


Managing Self Expectations
Replace unrealistic self‑expectations with measurable goals to protect sobriety and learn the difference between expectations vs goals in recovery, reframe perfectionist self‑talk, and practice patient progress that lasts.

Jamie Palmer
Sep 272 min read


Recovery is Remembering Who You Are
Recovery isn’t just about staying sober – it’s about remembering who you are. Have you ever felt a stranger to yourself? I have....

Jamie Palmer
Sep 191 min read


Wellness: Fuel for your Recovery
Wellness isn’t optional – it is essential. What is essential to your emotional and physical wellness? I ask clients to write a list of...

Jamie Palmer
Sep 151 min read


Sobriety Isn’t a Box to Check—It’s the Foundation for Growth
As a coach dedicated to addiction recovery, I believe sobriety is the essential foundation for everything we achieve—whether it’s professional success, strong relationships, personal healing, or mental peace. Without sobriety, the ground beneath us isn’t stable.

Jamie Palmer
Aug 191 min read


Regaining Trust in Recovery
Regaining trust in recovery isn’t easy, but every honest effort you make lays the foundation for stronger, healthier relationships. Trust isn’t given-it’s earned over time through consistency, honesty, and patience. While the journey can be challenging, each step forward proves your commitment to sobriety and rebuilding connections with those who matter most.

Jamie Palmer
May 181 min read


A Journey to Recovery: Understanding the What, Why, Who, and How
Pinpointing the specifics of what’s weighing you down is a crucial step toward letting it go. Understanding your "why" is equally important.

Jamie Palmer
Apr 22 min read


What to Expect in Recovery
Sobriety vs. Recovery: Building a Life Free from Addiction Through Goals & Community

Jamie Palmer
Mar 142 min read


What Is Recovery Like and How Do You Achieve and Maintain It?
Recovery is a journey—a mix of ups, downs, and everything in between. Let's break it down in a way that's real, relatable, and reassuring.

Jamie Palmer
Feb 92 min read
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