Telling On Ourselves
Psychology & Relationships
About
Telling On Ourselves is a funny and honest discussion-style podcast. The hosts; Lynn, and Vikki; are 2 sober gals who share the mishaps, mayhem, and misadventures of recovery by ”Telling On Ourselves.” Original Music by Dale Dekker
Episodes
- Ken steps in
We get a special treat this week, Vikki and Mark do the episode with Ken D. The topic this week is unity. There are some tech glitches towards the end, but listen on we roll with the punches together. Topic ideas, questions, comments, requ…
- Balance don't wobble off
Three people in recovery talking about balance....while fully admitting we still wobble!
- Melissa, special guest episode!
This week's episode, we have a very special guest, Melissa! She shares her experience through life's difficulties with prayer, community, and her journey of healing. It's about getting through this twisty-turny life with all the tools we c…
- Why do we STILL go to meetings?
This episode is for those who wonder why do you still go to meetings? How long do I have to go to meetings? We share our personal "Why's" and what that looks like for each of us. It's a personal journey and take what you like and leave the…
- Lynn in the HOT Seat
This week, it's all about Lynn! She shares it all, FTW, and her journey in this life of recovery!
- The purpose is not hockey...what is it?
This week, we get into the concept of purpose. Is it the thing that's always been there, or is it what happens with second chances? Follow Tellingonourselves on the socials, like and subscribe! Topic ideas, slide into our dm's y'all
- aMENDs
Today WE talk about Amends and how they continue to change our lives for the better.
- Trial & Error ...We're back
We finally got ourselves back to the podcasting table discussing trial and error. Lynn's got First Thought Wrong and we are learning about sarcasm. Basically that's problematic!
- Vikki in the Hot Seat!
In this episode we are using a different style to tell our story in recovery. Vikki is in the hotseat as Mark and Lynn ask Vikki what it was like, what happened, and what her life is like now! Lynn shares a first thought wrong that is a li…
- RE-UNION episode
REUNITED and it feels so good. We are back after a summer break and there's LOTS to catch up on! Appropriately the definition of reunion is: act or process of being brought together again as a unified whole. We are feeling whole again. Enj…
- BOGO: The Mutual Benefits of Service
This week we talk about how when you give it benefits all!
- Spirituality
This week our topic is spirituality and how we have cultivated it in our lives.
- Unsolicited Advice.....NOBODY Wants that!
This weeks episode is all about the joys of getting and giving unsolicited advice. Why and how it's not usually the best idea. We share about all the ways we avoid doing it and why it's just not cool! We love your comments, topic ideas and…
- Wholehearted living
This week we dig into the work of Brene Brown and Wholehearted Living. How do we in sobriety become and live our authentic life in this wild and wonderful adventure?
- The Drift in Recovery
This weeks episode we dive into what puts us in the drift and how it is we can get out of it. Thank you for listening! Follow us on the socials @tellingonourselves
- The B word...not that one! BALANCE!
This week we talk about Balance and living this beautiful life in recovery! @tellingonourselves on all the socials
- What is control and who really is the manager of me? Episode 120
Wow, today's episode is number 120! What an incredible and exciting ride it's been. First Thought Wrong - Vikki doesn't love cleaning or cooking very much We break down the many ways we cannot control much of anything. And we get to choose…
- How listening keeps you sober! What?
Active Listening Episode We delve into the topic of active listening. How and why it matters, and btw YOU MATTER, a structured way to participate in active listening. Definition: the imparting or exchanging information by speaking, writing…
- Drama, Trauma and Banana Rama
This week this trio discusses healing from trauma and supporting others in your life! First Thought Wrong was a triple opportunity wrong thinking!
- You bet your Assets & Deficits
This week two women and one man talk about how our assets and deficits impact our journey of recovery! We talk about the Rumi-ness of being honest with yourself and others! Like- follow-and share it shows us you care!!
- What’s your algorithm of recovery? Episode 116
Episode 116 Mark, Lynn and Vikki delve into the journey and the stops that create the Algorithm of Recovery Definition: Repetition and suggested outcomes solving a problem by finding the most common divisor in a finite number of stops that…
- FUN-COVERY - Recovery gets to be fun!Episode- 115
Episode 115 Who says recovery isn’t fun What isn’t fun in recovery Mark Lynn and Vikki share how being sober has created belly laughs, being in the moment, and authentic fun in our lives. Definition: enjoyment, amusement, or lighthearted p…
- Shall we broaden the term recovery?
Episode 114 Surprise! We are so excited to announce Mark M is officially a part of the TOO Crew! In today's episode, we discuss broadening the term recovery. Definition Corner: Recovery: Being in the process of overcoming a disorder or sho…
- How is self-love vital to healing?
In this week's episode, Lynn and Vikki discuss healing through self-love. When we choose to treat ourselves with the same love and compassion we give to others it benefits our lives and our recovery. Share your episode ideas, questions, an…
- Mark M Talks Peer Counseling
We are so delighted to have Mark M back. He is discussing peer counseling and how important it is in supporting recovery. We have included links to the agencies he talks about. Please remember YOU are not alone. There's people and places o…
- Awe isn’t it Wonderful!
Lynn and Vikki share about their antics and discuss some juicy topics pulled out of the amazing Brene Brown's book Atlas of the Heart! The sound starts out weird in this episode, but levels out! Follow up on our Instagram @tellingonourselv…
- Practice these principles with Special Guest Ken D - Step 12 part 3
Hey ya'll happy 2023! We are back this week with a very special guest Ken D! The discussion is an important and fun one about how we stay grounded in the new life that recovery has brought to us! Interested in the epic Jamacia retreat host…
- Step 12 - part 2 - Carry the Message!
Lynn & Vikki share their experience strength and hope about their experience carrying the message! No FTW! Definition Carry the Message: A Bearer of News! Please follow us on Instagram @Tellingonourselves and like, share, and subscribe! We…
- Step 12 part 1 - Spiritual Awakening
Telling on Ourselves is a podcast about how 2 women stay sober through the ups and downs of this messy, magical life! This week Vikki has First Thought Wrong and shares how to get past feelings that make us feel wrong! The 1st episode in a…
- Magical AF
FTW Vikki's in her head. We get into the journey to Acceptance and what that actually takes! Please share, like, and follow! We welcome feedback, topic ideas and any dad jokes email us at tellingonourselves3@gmail.com Gratefully, Lynn & Vi…
- What are you waiting for? Bananas?
Lynn and Vikki discuss the topics of letting go of how we think life is supposed to be. Lynn shares her First Thought Wrong about Bananas! HALT, control, fear, letting go! What are you watching these days? Thank you for listening!!!
- Sobriety through the eyes of a Rat Terrier & 988 the how and why!!!
Many of us in addiction also suffer from other mental health issues and sometimes the support seems elusive! Our guest and one of our original fans Mark M shares his experience, strength, and hope as well as a passion of his that is sharin…
- all or nothing
All or Nothing! We talk about acceptance and faith when working our recovery program. Lynn has First Thought Wrong this week. She talks about how trauma response can still guide her reactions in stressful situations. We use the steps to br…
- Back to Basics
On this 100th episode, Lynn and Vikki go back to basics and discuss the things that help them have long-term sobriety and live joyful lives. Though not perfect, as you can tell from 1st Thought Wrong. Lynn shares how she wanted to do somet…
- Episode 102 - Changing those Habits
Episode 102 - Habits to change? A Habit is a routine of behavior that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously. Brush your teeth with the opposite hand…it helps with creativity flow and habits! Getting healthy and changing h…
- Shine your light
Episode 101 - Shine your light! This week FTW is all about the JOY of parenting a teenager! Definition Corner: Light: 1. the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible. 2. an expression in someone's eyes indicating a part…
- From your head to your heart!
This week Lynn has a doozy for the FTW (First Thought Wrong) and a whole bunch of gratitude! We share about getting aligned so that we are leading from our hearts rather than only in our heads. Email topic ideas, questions, or any comments…
- What’s your fear story?
Today's episode is about our fears and how they can zoom us right out of our authenticity, & joy. We discuss how our fear "stories" can block us from being the version of ourselves that we think we are showing up as. The insidious nature o…
- We’re Back TOO 2.0
In the first episode back from our pause in recordings, Telling On Ourselves has some new fresh & fly life in recovery to share! Lynn & Vikki are back and here to share what life is like when we slow it down from the CRAZY BUSY! How do we…
- The 90 Day Game w/ John Felitto
"In life, things are neither Good or Bad necessarily--all of it is valuable guidance" - John Felitto Today we talk with John Felitto--creator of the 90-Day game and Life Coach. John shares how we can play our way into real and lasting chan…
- Conscious Leadership Claudia
We are honored to have Claudia Velandia as a guest this week. She shares her spiritual journey and the tools she uses to get through change in her life and become her best self. One of those tools is the PAUSE! Claudia Velandia is the auth…
- The Science of Wellbeing with Mr. Jim!
Today we have a special guest--Jim Dalbec, who facilitates a "Science of Wellbeing" course at a senior center. So what makes someone more wired to be happy and can we rewire our brains to be happier? If you've listened to some of our other…
- Fancy Meeting Maureen here!
Who's been on clubhouse? Well, our guest today was found there. Vikki and Maureen geeked out on how the recovery program helped them become successful at work and in life! Maureen Ross Gemme is an incredible woman and has been in recovery…
- Special Guest Whitney Rose
Lynn & Vikki talked to Whitney Rose this week! She shares her journey with us and her road to freedom with anxitey!
- W/ Concious Relationship Expert - Katie Hendricks Ph.D., BC-DMT !
We are so excited to follow last weeks episode about dating with this weeks episode where we interview love and relationship expert, Katie Hendricks Ph.D., BC-DMT. Katie and her husband, Gay, founded and operate the Hendrick's Institute--a…
- Dating...what do we know???
This week we discuss dating in recovery. Our ups and downs on this roller coaster ride! Please subscribe, rate & review it helps us very much!!
- Sunight of The Spirit Retreats w/ Cindy and Judy!
This week we have special guests Cindy and Judy from Sunlight Spirit Retreats! Judy and Cindy share how their sobriety journey lead to a spiritual journey and a calling to help others connect spiritually. Sunlight of the Spirit Retreats pr…
- "The Ripple Effect" with Dar G.
This week, we are honored to have our sister in sobriety and one our our spiritual mentors, Dar, joining us! All three of us met Dar at different points in our life--at divinely inspired times. Her diligent work in her own life and on her…
- Author and Positive Psychology Expert Phyllis Ginsberg
!!AWESOME GUEST ALERT!! You don't want to miss this week's episode! This week, we have the honor of sitting with author and therapist Phyllis Ginsberg to dive into how our brains as humans, and addicts, work! She is an expert in Positive P…
- Dry January and Lynn's Tortellini Fiasco
So you might have heard of the "Dry January" movement that has been catching on these past few years. Basically, Dry January is a commitment to giving up alcohol for the month of January following the holidays. Today, we explore the topic…