Addict II Athlete Podcast
468 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 202 ratingsThe 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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An Accidental Activist: Ed Bisch
February 20, 2023 08:08 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBCoach Blu speaks to Ed Bisch and his battle with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family concerning OxyContin on this week's podcast. Listen as Ed talks about February 2001, when his life was blindsided as he learned his 18-year-old son Eddie was found unresponsive in his bed. Questing some of his son's friends, he learned that OxyContin had been used unbeknownst to it posed. Police on the scene told Ed that local kids were dying from “Oxy” and the situation worsened. The drug, they said, was s...
One on One with Coach Blu: Learning To Love
February 16, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBIt's easy to fall in love. But how often does that love last? On today's one on one with coach blu and Marissa they discuss ways to build relationships. Today's topic was Learning to Love. Blu and Marissa discuss the three stages of love which are; falling in love, falling out of love, and learning how to love and be loved. They share the importance of loving yourself and loving others. As human beings it is vital to have relationships and connection to be able to have a strong fulfilling...
Substance Use Disorder and Their Impact on Community
February 13, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBOn this week's episode, Coach Blu was invited to sit on a panel at the University of Utah with Randall Carlisle from Odyssey House recovery a former TV news acre, and Evan Done of USARA. This community recovery connection organization helps people find resources and training in recovery. Listen as they answer a student leadership board questions on how addiction recovery and addiction services are rendered in our community. It is incredible to see the differences and similarities and how add...
ONE on ONE with Coach Blu: Emotional Intimacy and Relationships
February 09, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBToday we discussed Emotional Intimacy and Self Sabotaging Relationships. Emotional Intimacy is the ability to connect on a deeper level with a partner through healthy communication, expressing one's feelings, building trust, and being vulnerable. Fear of abandonment is a primary cause of self-sabotage. Research shows that people might self-sabotage for other reasons like trust issues, limited relationship skills, unrealistic expectations, or low self-esteem. Increasing emotional inti...
Walking Across America with Kyndal Ray
February 06, 2023 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77 MBKyndal Ray (A Walking Testimony) is walking across America to raise awareness for mental health and addiction recovery. Kyndal started January 1, 2022 less than 2 months after getting out of prison. He is in recovery, been in and out of jail and prison for years and has survived 2 suicide attempts. He hopes to finish is walk in Washington by April to celebrate his 4th recovery anniversary. Kyndal passed through Utah County this week so we met up and invited him to our support group meeting...
Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma
February 01, 2023 01:44 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week's episode is a collaboration and panel discussion with professionals on the topic of Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma. Our relationship is deeply rooted in emotion. You share your memories, accomplishments, goals, hopes, and dreams with your significant other or partner. You have come to rely on each other for emotional support and guidance. This can make being betrayed by your partner even more devastating than being betrayed by a friend or family member because the betrayal a...
Coach Blu On RecoveryCast
January 23, 2023 22:45 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBCheck out a different side of AIIA How important it is to be vocal about your recovery. No longer will we allow anonymity to kill us! Pawley and Michele talk about strange voices before welcoming Coach Blu Robinson to the pod. Blu is a well-known Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) and a Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) and the founder of Addict to Athlete. He has been clean and sober since 1996. He is widely known in the recovery community as a pioneer in the addiction recov...
One on One with Coach Blu: Anger Management
January 19, 2023 23:21 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBBlu and Marissa talk about their recent family cruise and the series of unfortunate events that took place, causing some angry feelings. So they dive deep into what anger is, the different types of anger, and great ideas on how to best manage anger so you can lead a more balanced peaceful life. 8 Types of Anger you may face in Sobriety Behavioral Anger Chronic Anger Judgemental Anger Overwhelmed Anger Passive-Aggressive Anger Retaliatory Anger Self-Abusive Anger Assertive Anger ...
Following Your Strength With Sober Paul
January 18, 2023 19:19 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBIn this week's episode, Coach Blu talks with Paul Lapine, a man who is following his strength by opening a sober gym in Brooklyn, New York to strengthen the recovery movement and lay the foundations of sobriety. Listen as they discuss principles of recovery that create pathways of success by strengthening purpose, principles, and outcomes with exercise and fitness. Follow Paul on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/soberpaul_/ and https://www.instagram.com/lapine_fitness_studio/ or schedule ...
I AM VICTORIOUS Tina Miller
January 09, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBCoach Blu talks with Tina Miller, Author, Speaker, Founder and Executive Director of Florida Recovery Schools of Tampa Bay, Inc., Tampa Bay's first Recovery High School. This month Tina celebrates 25 years in recovery from alcohol, drugs and works daily on codependency. She has over 24 years of professional experience in Social Work, Education, and Juvenile Justice. Tina’s gift of networking in addition to her ability to educate, coordinate events, manage non-profits, and evaluate contracts ...
One on One with Coach Blu: Handling Hard Emotions
January 06, 2023 23:43 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBCoach Blu and Marissa answer questions and comments from the online community. Blu Robinson is a mental health therapist and addiction counselor. Marissa Robinson is a certified Recreational Therapist and Recovery coach. They discuss some of their family heartbreaks, including losing a puppy and the emotions accompanying loss and death. Are relationships worth the work when you may lose them? How do you work through challenging emotions like anger, sadness, and losing hope? How do we heal? I...
Reflections of Healing with James Yount
January 05, 2023 01:34 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBJames Yount comes from a family of addiction and a history of trauma. He struggled with anger, addiction, overeating, and suicidal ideation. In 2020 he decided he didn't recognize the reflection in the mirror and flushed all his dope. A few months later, he set a goal to do the dishes and take his dog for a daily walk. He has been clean and sober since that first day and has now lost 155 lbs in the last 18 months. James says, "I know if I stay here, I will become comfortable, and being com...
"Just 2%" with Patrick Overholt of Good Time Golf
December 26, 2022 08:01 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBOn this week's episode, coach Blu speaks to Patrick Overholt of Good Time Golf, a non-profit group helping individuals in recovery find passion and purpose in golf. Listen as Patrick speaks on his baseball career and life; this led him to addictions ugly embrace. The recovery path that almost ended in a desert in Southern Utah to the balance, freedom, and sobriety he has discovered on the greens. Patrick has a powerful story and the Good Time Golf program changes lives with every swing. G...
Public Defenders Perspective On Addiction
December 19, 2022 22:31 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBListen as Coach Blu interviews a public defender and prosecutor on the Uintah and Ouray Reservation. F. Wilson Myers, ESQ. is a Tribal Public Defender. He has worked for forty years as an attorney. He served in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Alabama as a Public Defender. Wilson says, "No one chooses to be an addict. I am here to help them work through the consequences." Stephen Mackenzie, ESQ. is a Harvard graduate. He has been a criminal Defense attorney for 15 years and a Public attorney for 15 ...
One on One with Coach Blu: Take Control Of Your Own Pain
December 12, 2022 21:12 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBIs pain a recipe for a catastrophe? Often pain and trauma create addiction. Many become addicted to opioids due to emotional pain because the painkiller of opiates also takes away emotional pain as well as physical pain. Coach and Marissa talk about how to communicate and recognize pain. Moving pain to healing can take a massive amount of knowledge. Locate the pain on the inside and work on self-awareness. Emotional pain can be healed with work. Coach Blu says, "The cycle of addiction is ...
One on One with Coach Blu: How To Handle Anxiety
December 08, 2022 22:11 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBCoach Blu and Marissa talk about anxiety. They discuss what anxiety is, how to deal with it, and ways to work through this challenging emotion. They also talk about some of the benzodiazepine medications that are often prescribed for anxiety, issues with long-term use of benzos, and withdrawal from benzodiazepines. This is a helpful episode for everyone. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! https://www.p...
Expand Your Circle
December 05, 2022 18:25 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBThe relationships we form with others are vital to our mental and emotional well-being and survival. In this week's episode, Coach Blu talks about expanding our circle and building healthy relationships. It is through relationships that we will either excel at life or fail. It has been said that you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with, so make sure to choose wisely. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction ...
Giving Tuesday W/Coach Blu
December 02, 2022 00:53 - 1 hour - 138 MBCoach Blu talks about how we can celebrate Christmas by giving back to others. He also goes back and shares some of the history of the nonprofit Addict to Athlete, the inspirational stories, the growth over the years and more. If you are interested in donating to our nonprofit, please check out our Giving Tuesday fundraiser. Remember you can donate year-round to our nonprofit, and your donation can make an impact. Check out our Patreon and help us continue to produce podcasts. www.patreon....
1% Improvement Everyday with Rob Molling
November 28, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBIn studio 1% Fitness CEO Rob Molling. Blu and Rob go way back and they have a great discussion covering Rob's past drug addiction, jail time, and come back to helping others heal through health, fitness, and nutrition. Rob's recovery story is a great one as he has erased his criminality and substance use with exercise, health and nutrition. Check out 1% Fitness' meal prep and health challenges. https://1percentfit.com Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn th...
The 2022 AIIA Uintah Basin Chapter Benefit Dinner
November 21, 2022 21:11 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBThis week's podcast features guest speakers from the Uintah Basin Chapter of Addict II Athlete with James Johnson as Coach. Listen to the stories and feelings of how this team has helped these individuals overcome addiction and develop long-lasting relationships. Community support groups like Addict to Athlete help those affected by addiction and mental illness by sharing their stories, support and hope. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of add...
One on One With Coach Blu: Parental Relationships
November 16, 2022 22:59 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss add...
Exercising Recovery with Nicole Golden
November 14, 2022 21:44 - 48 minutes - 67 MBToday Coach Blu speaks to Nicole Golden who is a NASM Master Trainer, CES, BCS, FNS and AFAA certified group fitness instructor and Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science/Sports Nutrition. Nicole shares the research and the importance of using exercise in your recovery. We all know exercise is a powerful depression fighter for several reasons. Most importantly, it promotes all kinds of changes in the brain, including neural growth, and new activity patterns that promote feelings of c...
One on One: Emotional Turbulence
November 09, 2022 21:59 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jumping on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss...
Disney On The Rocks
November 07, 2022 22:39 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBOn today's podcast Coach Blu take a deep dive into his experience while attending a mental health and addiction conference in Orlando Florida. Following the conference, he was able to attend Walt Disney World Epcot theme park and was absolutely blown away by how much drinking of alcohol had become part of the Disney experience. After a 40-year absence of alcohol within the Disney theme park experience, 10 years ago wine and beer were introduced and now, September 2022, new park rules allow t...
The Minor League with Savannah Robinson: Do We Remember?
October 28, 2022 21:01 - 24 minutes - 33 MBThe Minor League is BACK! Listen as Savannah and Coach Blu process memory and why its so important to allow our experances to settle in the correct spots in our minds. For some people, ruminating thoughts are a way to control anxiety. It may mean you're replaying life events in an attempt to make sure that next time, you're prepared and won't feel as anxious. Repeating entire conversations in your head is a type of rumination. It's how your mind attempts to self-soothe. Please join Addict ...
One on One With Coach Blu: Digging Deep
October 27, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jumping on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss...
The Heart of Hearts with Coach James Johnson
October 24, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBThis week Coach Blu talks to Coach James Johnson of the Uintah Basin Chapter of Addict II Athlete. He is a certified Addict to Athlete Recovery Coach. Listen as they touch on the heart of addiction and recovery. Coach Johnson speaks and leads with passion; you will feel his energy. 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 informatio...
One on One with Coach Blu: Becoming Hopeful
October 20, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One-on-One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jumping on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss...
1st Lady Of Recovery Kathryn Burgum
October 18, 2022 22:58 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBToday Coach Blu interviews Kathryn Burgum, the first lady of North Dakota. As First Lady, Kathryn's priority is supporting and developing initiatives to eliminate the shame and stigma of the chronic disease of addiction in North Dakota's communities. In long-term recovery for 20 years, she shares her personal experience and encourages others to do the same to normalize the conversation around the disease of addiction. She is spreading the word that addiction is a chronic disease and not a ...
One on One with Coach Blu: Research Says...
October 12, 2022 22:01 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss add...
Living The Dream with Matt Scoletti
October 10, 2022 19:35 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBThis week Coach Blu speaks to Matt Scoletti. Listen as they discuss what's at the core of greatness. There is so much motivation packed into this podcast you will leave feeling inspired and ready to become a champion of sobriety, recovery, and beyond. Matt has a driven mindset and that has allowed him to overcome many obstacles that otherwise could have kept him benched for life. Matt is the author of "The First 15: The Morning Routine that Took Me from Barely Surviving to Livin' the Dream"...
One on One with Coach Blu: You Are Not Your Addiction
October 05, 2022 19:12 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jumping on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss...
The Proxy Run and Party in The Back
October 04, 2022 18:02 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBDid you know Coach Blu is a co-host with Josh Hansen on another podcast called The Party in The Back? It's a running podcast we release every Wednesday, and we discuss all things running! The best races, running tips, and more are from the old to the new. It's an excellent way to decompress. This episode was released several weeks ago following the AIIA Proxy Run. We wanted to rerelease it here so those who have not yet heard the Party in the Back could get a feel as to what it is but also s...
Out of Bounds with Chris Herren
September 28, 2022 19:08 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBThis week Coach Blu interviews former NBA Player, Chris Herren on his ability to turn the mess of addiction, into the message of the Herren Project, helping others overcome addiction. Herren grew up in Fall River, Mass., a high school basketball phenom and McDonald’s All-American who went on to play for Boston College before being kicked out for cocaine use. He went to Fresno State to finish his college career, missing part of a season to get drug treatment, and was eventually the 33rd pick ...
One on One with Coach Blu: Approach is Everything
September 14, 2022 20:29 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jumping on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss...
Unhooked with Jason Coombs
September 12, 2022 18:49 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBIn this week's episode Coach Blu speaks with Author, Ironman, and Industry Leader Jason Coombs. Listen as Jason speaks about this path to recovery and the lessons he heard about turning his diagnosis into his superpower. Jason is the author of 'Unhooked: How to Help an Addicted Love One Recover'. He shares great insight into recovery and how a family member can assist a loved one on the path to healing. Jason has a message of healing from addiction by understanding you are the creator of you...
Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adults
August 29, 2022 21:19 - 42 minutes - 59.2 MBIn this week's podcast, Coach Blu and Marissa discuss childhood trauma and how it manifests in adults. Childhood trauma also results in feeling disconnected and unable to relate to others. Studies have shown that adults who experience childhood trauma were more likely to struggle with controlling emotions, and had heightened anxiety, depression, and anger. Listen as we share a Ted Talk from Nadine Burke Harris says childhood trauma isn’t something you just get over as you grow up. Pediatrici...
One on One With Coach Blu; Grit and Spirituality
August 18, 2022 19:52 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss add...
Becoming Mentally Tough
August 15, 2022 20:39 - 46 minutes - 64.8 MBIn today's episode, Coach Blu dives into what is means to develop mental toughness. Most people define mental toughness as the ability to produce consistent results regardless of the situation. Mental toughness is a personality trait that determines your ability to perform consistently under stress and pressure and is closely related to qualities such as character, resilience, grit, and perseverance. There are many habits you can develop to improve your mental toughness. In fact, the hallma...
Brain Chemistry, Your Mood, and Recovery
August 08, 2022 20:47 - 45 minutes - 63 MBIn this week's episode, Coach Blu and our Athletic Director Marissa deeply dive into the human brain and the hormones that can make addiction recovery challenging. The brain is the most complex organ in the body. This three-pound mass of gray and white matter sits at the center of all human activity—you need it for everything. The brain regulates your body's essential functions, enables you to interpret and respond to everything you experience, and shapes your behavior. In short, your brain ...
Brain Chemistry, Your Mood and, Recovery
August 08, 2022 20:47 - 45 minutes - 63 MBIn this week's episode, Coach Blu and our Athletic Director Marissa deeply dive into the human brain and the hormone that can make addiction recovery challenging. The brain is the most complex organ in the body. This three-pound mass of gray and white matter sits at the center of all human activity—you need it to drive a car, enjoy a meal, breathe, create an artistic masterpiece, and enjoy everyday activities. The brain regulates your body's essential functions, enables you to interpret and ...
One on One with Coach Blu; New Foundations and Moving Forward
August 03, 2022 20:31 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBThis week on One on One with Coach Blu, we discuss the foundations of our new facility and the importance of integrity. Coach Blu also speaks from the heart concerning the passing of his mother. This is an emotionally raw podcast and offers insight as to how we are shaped as a result of our experiences. www.addicttoathlete.org
September Rising
August 01, 2022 17:57 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBOn this week's podcast, Coach Blu speaks with September Frogley as she discusses the passing of her brother, Robert Dilgard, his battle with addiction and mental health, and turning the mess of losing a loved one into the message of connecting individuals to find a cure. They discuss suicide, spirituality, purpose, love and more. This is a very powerful discussion and one that should be listened to with loved ones who also struggle or who have people in their lives who they love dearly. Lear...
One on One With Coach Blu; What's Sobriety?
July 28, 2022 18:33 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBOn this week's episode of one on one with Coach Blu, we take a deep dive into what is real sobriety, what is real recovery and who makes the definitions of either one? We discuss what happens when a loved one or family member decides to continue using but still have a relationship with you. We talk about boundaries and being able to be supportive but avoid toxic relationships. This is a very deep conversation, and I want to thank Coach Holly for posing the question. Please join Addict to ...
What's Emotional Intelligence
July 26, 2022 00:59 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBIn this week's episode, Coach Blu talks about the foundations of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence (otherwise known as emotional quotient or EQ) is the ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict. Emotional intelligence helps you build stronger relationships, succeed at school and work, and achieve your career and personal goals. It can also he...
Creating New Paths
July 20, 2022 17:04 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this week's episode, Coach Blu is interviewed as a guest on Live On Purpose Radio with Dr. Paul Jenkins. They discuss the foundational aspect of creating this new path of recovery known now as Addict to Athlete. Dr. Paul Jenkins and Coach Blu Robinson have a deep history together, and when they discuss addiction recovery, mental health awareness, and living on purpose, great connections are made. Help us create more podcasts by joining Addict II Athlete’s Patreon support page. www.add...
Giving Sunshine: How To Heal From Grief
June 20, 2022 16:10 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MBToday Coach Blu speaks to Jason Clawson, mental health therapist, about the process of healing from grief. Listen as Jason opens a window in his heart as he processes the passing of his wife 3 short years ago. Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering felt when something or someone you love is taken away. Often, the pain of loss can feel overwhelming. You may experience all kinds of difficult and unexpected emotions, from shock or anger to disbelief, guilt, and profou...
Recreational Cannabis Use?
June 13, 2022 18:36 - 40 minutes - 56 MBIn this week's episode Coach Blu takes a deep dive into recreational cannabis use. What do you think about medical marijuana? Is marijuana use dangerous? Coach Blu discusses an interview conducted by David Letterman that touches on NBA's Kevin Durant's involvement with marijuana dispensaries and his personal use. Coach Blu touches on the harm reduction model. Harm reduction is an approach that emphasizes engaging directly with people who use drugs to prevent overdose and infectious disease...
Negative Thoughts and How to Stop Them
June 06, 2022 19:11 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this week's podcast Coach Blu, mental health therapist, offers tips on how to avoid getting caught in a negative mindset. Negative thinking is a thought process where people tend to find the worst in everything or reduce their expectations by considering the worst possible scenarios. This approach can allow disappointment in some situations; but, negative thinking tends to manifest into a pattern that can cause tremendous stress, worry, or sadness over time. The opposite approach would be...
One on ONe With Coach Blu: Adult Harassment and Bullying
June 03, 2022 18:22 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MBWelcome to our weekly live show, One on One with Coach Blu. Coach Blu is a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use, disorder counselor. Today's cohost is Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director, Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic, so by which you, the listener, can participate by submitting your questions through direct messaging or jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss ad...