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Addict II Athlete Podcast

468 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 202 ratings

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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Episodes

One on ONe With Coach Blu: Adult Harassment and Bullying

June 03, 2022 18:22 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

Welcome 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...

Stay Humble Pray with Kyle Quilausing

May 30, 2022 17:23 - 1 hour - 107 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu speaks with Kyle Quilausing former drug addict and at one point in time Hawaii's most wanted. Listen as Kyle describes his upbringing as ideal. He describes being brought up by his grandfather with wholesome family values and strong morals and ethics. After his grandfather introduced him to golf at the age of 5, Kyle quickly fell in love with the sport, dedicating every waking moment to perfecting his craft and becoming a six-time state golf champion, winning...

Coach Blu on the Staying Fit ODAAT Podcast

May 27, 2022 18:05 - 1 hour - 116 MB

In this week's episode Coach BLu is a guest on the staying fit one day at a time podcast. Listen as he's interviewed about how he started Addict II AThlete, the things he's learned, and what he hopes to do in the future by spreading hope and recovery and healing through movement.  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...

Don't Give Up Too Soon; with Dr. Paul Jinkins

May 16, 2022 15:10 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MB

If you have ever told yourself that it wasn't worth it, that your ship has sailed, that a old dog cannot learn new tricks, this podcast will help reshape your thinking to assist you in achieving any goal you have wanted to achieve. Listen as Dr. Paul Jenkins and Coach Blu discuss the intricacies of your mindset, the reality by which your thoughts govern your outcomes, and how to create a more excellent way by being aware of how much emotional authority you have. For more information: Live On...

Don't Give Up Too Soon; with Dr. Paul Jenkins

May 16, 2022 15:10 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MB

If you have ever told yourself that it wasn't worth it, that your ship has sailed, that a old dog cannot learn new tricks, this podcast will help reshape your thinking to assist you in achieving any goal you have wanted to achieve. Listen as Dr. Paul Jenkins and Coach Blu discuss the intricacies of your mindset, the reality by which your thoughts govern your outcomes, and how to create a more excellent way by being aware of how much emotional authority you have. For more information: Live On...

One on One With Coach Blu: Are We Losing The Fight?

May 12, 2022 15:51 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

Welcome 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss t...

One on One With Coach Blu: Are We Loosing The Fight?

May 12, 2022 15:51 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

Welcome 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss t...

Finish What You Start

May 09, 2022 18:14 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu offers his thoughts on what he witnessed his athletes accomplish by running the Provo City Half Marathon. Practical tactics to grow your willpower, stop procrastination, focus like a laser, and achieve whatever you set your mind to. He takes a deep dive on following through and finishing what you start. Finishing what you start is a combination of traits that enables you to create the life you want - without having to compromise or wait. The alternative is a ...

One on One With Coach Blu

May 06, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MB

Welcome 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss t...

One on One With Coach Blu: How to find a good rehab

May 06, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MB

Welcome 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss t...

No Excuses with Ultra Runner Justin Blais

May 02, 2022 16:34 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu interviews ultrarunner, Justin Blais. Justin has been a long-time supporter and member of team Addict to Athlete and today he is able to share his experiences of never shortcutting your success to sobriety and keeping your head in the game. Listen as Justin speaks about never allowing yourself to make excuses, being cautious concerning self-sabotage, and putting in the effort necessary to achieve the goals in life whether that be sobriety, overcoming addictio...

One On One With Coach Blu: Its about Love

April 29, 2022 02:22 - 52 minutes - 72 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

One On One With Coach Blu: It's about Love

April 29, 2022 02:22 - 52 minutes - 72 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

Creating a Path to Wellness

April 25, 2022 05:17 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this week's podcast, Coach Blu speaks to Katie Hanke. At one time, Katie weighed 380 pounds, had 26 medical diagnoses, took 50 prescriptions, had chronic depression/anxiety, and struggled with addictive eating, opioid, and alcohol use. Listen as she describes her journey by turning her mess into a powerful message. She is now a mom, nutrition and wellness coach and certified personal trainer. A story of hope, self-exploration, self-experimentation, consistency, and discipline will inspire...

His Life With Karma; Travis Sackett

April 18, 2022 17:53 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MB

Today Coach Blu speaks with a former police officer and competitive powerlifter Travis Sackett. Listen as they discuss a history of success followed by injury and addiction leading to crime and Travis suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2013, resulting in a total disability designation.  Travis also wrote a book entitled My Life with Karma to increase awareness for those struggling with addiction as well as mental health problems. Travis hopes My Life with Karma will help increase empathy...

One on One With Coach Blu: Emotional Changes

April 15, 2022 20:21 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

Welcome 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...

The Game Plan of Life with AIIA Athletic Director; Marissa Robinson

April 12, 2022 00:07 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Today we hear from our own Athletic Director, Marissa Robinson, who was recently a guest on the Staying Fit ODAAT podcast with Miggs. Listen as she describes her own upbringing, how recreation played a significant role in her life, and how she was instrumental in assisting Coach Blu to step out of the darkness and into the light. The very foundation of the recreational aspects of this team come directly from her and you definitely gain more understanding as to why recreation plays such a sig...

Endurance Exersize and Addiction Recovery

April 04, 2022 16:53 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MB

In this week's Podcast Coach Blu participate in a panel discussion speaking about endurance exercise and addiction recovery. Listen as he and several others discuss the concept of mental health, addiction recovery and the benefits of moving the body to heal the soul. This accompanies the Valkyrie relay race to be held in June 2022. There is significant research on how important exercise is on the body, the mind and the soul as a pertains to addiction recovery. Listen as each participant disc...

Endurance, Exercise and Addiction Recovery

April 04, 2022 16:53 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MB

In this week's Podcast Coach Blu participates in a panel discussion speaking about endurance, exercise, and addiction recovery. Listen as he and several others discuss the concept of mental health, addiction recovery, and the benefits of moving the body to heal the soul. This accompanies the Valkyrie relay race to be held in June 2022. There is significant research on how important exercise is to the body, the mind, and the soul as a pertains to addiction recovery. Listen as each participant...

Is Self Deprecation a Harmless Habit?

March 28, 2022 20:52 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

On this week's podcast Coach Blu takes a deep dive into the toxicity of Self Deprecation. It is a way many disparage or under value themselves. Self-deprecation is, in many ways, the cornerstone of negative humor.  But many of us are guilty of taking self-deprecation too far – using it as a method of attention-seeking when feeling down or using it to mask low self-esteem which in turn brings you down even further. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the me...

One on One With Coach Blu: In The News

March 24, 2022 18:31 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

Athlete's Voices; The Role of Sports in Addiction Recovery

March 21, 2022 16:58 - 1 hour - 130 MB

On this week's episode, Coach Blu releases a podcast he was recently a guest on entitled Athlete Voices; The Roll of Sports in Addiction. Listen as he, Randy Grimes (NFL), Joe Nedney (NFL), Mike Bennett(WWE), and Chase Wade, Licensed Professional Counselor to discuss sports, addiction recovery, advocating sobriety, turning the mess into a message, and stepping out of anonymity into the light of sobriety. For more Info on Athletes Voices: https://www.athletesvoices.org Please join Addic...

One on One With Coach Blu: Establishing Emotional Intimacy

March 18, 2022 00:25 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

Vegas Baby; with Josh Hansen

March 14, 2022 15:45 - 1 hour - 113 MB

This week's episode touches on the Rock and Roll Race Series Coach Blu and Radio Ronin's Josh Hansen both participated in. Listen as they talk about the race, the things they noticed, the runner's high that was achieved, and the reason this race had such an impact on them both.  Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! There is a huge contrast between the addiction aspects of Las Vegas and the sober recreation...

One on One With Coach Blu: The Deeper Self

March 10, 2022 17:17 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topic...

Sustainable Recovery with Tim Harrington

March 07, 2022 17:49 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu interviews Tim Harrington, a man who has taken his recovery and insight to the family system that desperately needs assistance now more than ever. Listen as Tim discusses his philosophy, approach, and unique language to assist families overcome addiction and develop stronger foundations. The words we choose within our recovery are important, we must be able to understand how strength comes from the words we choose to form the beliefs we will follow.   Please ...

Put Me In Coach

March 07, 2022 17:49 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu interviews Tim Harrington, a man who has taken his recovery and insight to the family system that desperately needs assistance now more than ever. Listen as Tim discusses his philosophy, approach and unique language to assist families overcome addiction and develop stronger foundations. The words we choose within our recovery are important, we must be able to understand how strength comes from the words we choose to form the beliefs we will follow.   Please...

Watching The Sunrise with Coach K

February 21, 2022 18:56 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MB

On this week's podcast Coach Blu talks with Herb Kieklak, a Running Coach, Mentor, and Agent of Sobriety. Listen as they talk about the concepts of change and healing through recreation and service. Coach K talks about obstacles to recovery and how he used his healing as a bridge to assist others in jail overcome personal challenges and becoming healthier through running. Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriet...

This Kid Saved My Life

February 14, 2022 16:36 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MB

In this week's podcast Coach Bu talks to Brandon Helmick, a father who stepped up to the plate at a moment's notice. Brandon speaks about how in the depths of his addiction he found out he was a father and his son was abandoned at the hospital right after birth. He recognized the need to sober up and be a dad for this innocent baby boy.  Brandon wrote,  "This kid saved my life! Here I am 4 years clean from crack and heroin. I was an active user who lived in my car. Got a call one day that ...

Building You Self Confidence

February 07, 2022 17:04 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MB

In this week's episode, Coach Blu talks about Self-confidence. Learn what self-confidence means; trusting in your own judgment, capacities, and abilities. It's about valuing yourself and feeling worthy, regardless of any imperfections or what others may believe about you. Self-efficacy and self-esteem are often used interchangeably with self-confidence. But they are subtly different. Self-confidence is vital in almost every aspect of our lives, yet many people struggle to find it. Sadly, t...

Building Your Self Confidence

February 07, 2022 17:04 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MB

Coach Blu talks about Self-confidence. Self-confidence means; trusting in your own judgment, capacities, and abilities. It's about valuing yourself and feeling worthy, regardless of any imperfections or what others may believe about you. Self-efficacy and self-esteem are often used interchangeably with self-confidence. But they are subtly different. Self-confidence is vital in almost every aspect of our lives, yet many people struggle to find it. Sadly, this can become a vicious cycle: peo...

One on One With Coach Blu; Family Investments

February 05, 2022 00:13 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MB

Welcome 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 by which you the listener can participate by submitting your own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

How To Resolve Conflict

January 31, 2022 21:37 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MB

In this week's episode Therapist, Coach Blu takes a very deep dive into conflict resolution. Conflict resolution is a way for two or more parties to find a peaceful solution to a disagreement among them. The disagreement may be personal, financial, political, or emotional. When a dispute arises, often the best course of action is negotiation to resolve the disagreement. Conflict resolution through negotiation can be good for all parties involved. Often, each side will get more by participa...

Through The Eyes of My Clean Self; With V Ginny Burton

January 24, 2022 16:19 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu talks with V Ginny Burton. One of the most incredible comeback stories of all time. From being introduced to drugs by her mom at age 7, 17 felony convictions, multiple prison stints, to now a college graduate working to help with prison and policy reform. She is a Truman Scholar, Martin Honor Scholar, UW graduate, national spokesperson, author, mother, recovering addict, and former prisoner. Listen as Ginny speaks from her heart on how she has turned the me...

Love & Be Loved with Lena Cebula

January 17, 2022 20:55 - 59 minutes - 81 MB

This week's podcast features Lena Cebula, an author of a spiritual autobiography called  “Miraculous”, founder of Love&BLoved an organization that grew from her personal journey and her autobiography. Lena has a powerful story that completely encompasses the "Erase and Replace" philosophy as she struggled with drug addiction and found herself caught in human trafficking. Listen as she speaks from the heart understanding the principles of overcoming adversity through doing the challenging and...

Love & Be Loved with Lena Cebula

January 17, 2022 20:55 - 59 minutes - 81 MB

This week's podcast features Lena Cebula, an author of a spiritual autobiography called  “Miraculous”, founder of Love&BLoved an organization that grew from her personal journey and her autobiography. Lena has a powerful story that completely encompasses the "Erase and Replace" philosophy as she struggled with drug addiction and found herself caught in human trafficking. Listen as she speaks from the heart understanding the principles of overcoming adversity through doing the challenging and...

One on One With Coach Blu: Relationships and Common Grround

January 12, 2022 21:06 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

Welcome 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 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 addict...

One on One With Coach Blu: Relationships and Common Ground

January 12, 2022 21:06 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

Welcome 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 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 addict...

Making A Better Approach with Dr. James Thompson

January 10, 2022 17:39 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu discusses a better approach, with a pioneer in the addictive medicine industry Dr. James Thompson. Dr. Thompson is the founder and chief medical officer of Master Center for Addiction Medicine in Virginia. Dr. Thompson serves as the president of Virginia ASAM and advises public and private sector organizations on the current addiction crisis. After experiencing his own issues in regards to addiction Dr. Thompson felt a deep desire to take a different approa...

One on One With Coach Blu: Teen Communication and Is Addiction a Sin?

January 05, 2022 20:31 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

Coach Blu on The WASP (We Are Superman Podcast)

January 03, 2022 17:51 - 1 hour - 114 MB

This week we present Coach Blu on The We Are Superman Podcast with Coach Bill. If you are not subscribed to the WASP please do so. It is an awesome podcast and the continuation of the podcast Coach David Clark started. Listen as they speak about recovery, addiction, and healing in terms of open communication and coaching techniques. Coach Bill has a long history of athletic development, cross country running and has a unique method of bridging the athletic world to the mental health aspects ...

One on One With Coach Blu: Goodbye 2021!

December 29, 2021 20:31 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

Climbing The Mountains Of Recovery with Ryan Burke

December 27, 2021 18:43 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

On this week's podcast Coach Blu speaks with Ryan Burke a therapist, and adventure athlete about his approach to recovery, sobriety, and healing. Listen as they speak about the principles of moving for recovery. Our body and mind contribute far more to our lives than just emotional and physical attributes such as strength and endurance. When balanced our mind and body will play a major role in emotions, learning, and healing relationships. The body is intimately involved in all our thought p...

Living Sober with Pro Skater Brandon Turner

December 21, 2021 04:53 - 50 minutes - 68.8 MB

In this week's episode Coach Blu talks with Pro Skater, Brandon Turner, a prodigy who struggled with substance abuse for years and has turned the mess of a life in and out of jail into a message of recovery, sober coaching and so much more. Listen as Brandon speaks about growing up in a lifestyle of surfing, skating, and living fast. Brandon talks about the challenges addiction brings and how he now invests with those wanting the same freedom he has found in recovery. Brandon discusses how h...

One on One With Coach Blu: Sober Holiday Traditions

December 16, 2021 19:17 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MB

Welcome 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 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 own questions through direct messaging or, jump on the zoom link provided to be a guest and participant on the show. We discuss topi...

A Spartan in Life and Recovery

December 13, 2021 21:20 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

On this week's podcast, we hear from Addict II Athlete's very own Ambere Holmes. Listen as she discusses her own journey through life and recovery. The ups and the downs that she experienced along with the unknown questionable desire to turn her mess into a powerful message. Listen to her ability to cope through tremendous trauma, heartache, addiction and emotional turbulence to become a professional, an athlete and, a mother. Ambere conquers not only her addiction but family issues, her edu...

A Spartan in Life and Recovery

December 13, 2021 21:20 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

On this week's podcast, we hear from Addict II Athlete's very own Ambere Holmes. Listen as she discusses her own journey through life and recovery. The ups and the downs that she experienced along with the unknown questionable desire to turn her mess into a powerful message. Listen to her ability to cope through tremendous heartache, addiction and emotional turbulence to become a professional, an athlete and, a mother. Significant strength can be drawn from this podcast as we can learn the v...

One on One With Coach Blu: Self Discovery and Family Secrets

December 08, 2021 20:34 - 52 minutes - 72 MB

Welcome 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 Addict II Athlete's own Athletic Director Marisa Robinson. Marissa is a Certified Recreational Therapist. This is an open topic by which you the listener can participate by submitting your own questions. We discuss topics of addiction, recovery, mental illness, health and wellness, and much more. In this week's episode Coa...

The Reality Of Grieving

December 07, 2021 04:25 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

On this week's podcast Coach Blu discusses his feelings on dealing with the grief concerning the loss of a loved one. Grief is expressed in many ways. It can affect every part of your life; your emotions, thoughts, behavior, beliefs, physical health, sense of self, and your relationships. Grief can leave you feeling sad, angry, anxious, shocked, regretful, relieved, overwhelmed, isolated, irritable, or numb. Listen as the attributes of grief are discussed and suggestions for understanding th...

The Reality Of Grieving

December 07, 2021 04:25 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

On this week's podcast Coach Blu discusses his feelings on dealing with the grief concerning the loss of a loved one. Grief is expressed in many ways and it can affect every part of your life; your emotions, thoughts and behavior, beliefs, physical health, your sense of self and identity, and your relationships. Grief can leave you feeling sad, angry, anxious, shocked, regretful, relieved, overwhelmed, isolated, irritable, or numb. Listen has the attributes of grief are discussed and suggest...

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