Host Christine Jensen discusses Depression and the stigma that surrounds mental illness. And her own personal struggle with Bipolar Disorder. Many may sit in silence with a debilitating depression. There are so many of us who may be currently struggling with increased isolation and the stressors of life. And as the seasons change (SAD) Season Affective Disorder affects 20% of the population. 

We are facing a crisis in our country. Host Christine Jensen goes over statistics on opioid epidemic. Education on Narcan and the benefits. My own journey on how opioids had a strong hold over my life. Reading out of the book The Struggle Became my Strength that describes the insanity of an addiction to opioids.

Guest Rick Clark joins The Recovery Zone family from his organization Giving Back Packs. Rick shares his story and his passion about the gifts of helping others. 

Guest Christine McMackin with Community Minded Enterprises and manager of The Recovery Cafe shares information on organizations. Christine is in recovery herself and just celebrated 12 years of sobriety. She shares her recovery journey and how the program of recovery has transformed her life. 

Host Christine Jensen speaks raw and authentic about Loss in Sobriety. Discusses the stages of grief and personal experiences. Gives suggestions on coping mechanisms during these difficult times.

Author Christine Jensen of The Struggle Became My Strength discusses living your true life's purpose. Are you doing what gives you happiness? A purposeful life comes when you are going out of love in all circumstances. 

A brief description on The Recovery Zone and what to expect in future episodes. Author Christine Jensen with The Struggle Became my Strength discusses her personal struggle in addiction and explains what her hopes are for beginning this community.