New research from Recovery Brands, a company providing helpful addiction-related information online through sites such as Recovery.org, finds that 70% of people who go into rehab are in a romantic relationship, and that 80% of those people continue their relationship after their partner completes treatment. Addiction and recovery can be taxing on a relationship, as both parties work to balance caring for themselves and supporting each other. Candace Plattor specializes in working with families whose loved ones struggle with addictive behaviors. She discusses how people can maintain and thrive in romantic relationships while working through addiction and getting on the path to recovery.

Many people think that someone suffering from addiction must hit rock bottom to be truly ready to get better. Stephen Pfleiderer believes that this notion is flat-out false and is an unfortunate myth that keeps many people stuck in a negative and potentially life-threatening situation. Stephen is a certified interventionist, addiction specialist, recovery coach, and founder of San Francisco Intervention, which integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concepts into its treatment services. He joins Erica to share the personal journey he took to become an interventionist and explains how he helps his clients live full, healthy, and productive lives.

We spend a lot of time underestimating our own power... our power to bring about change or our power to create. Chris Edgar is the composer of The Breakout, a musical that follows a group of young adults who come to realize their true potential and power to change their own destiny. Drawing from his own experiences in high school, and exploring topics such as teen suicide and mental illness, The Breakout is an inspiration to everyone who wants to take control of their own destiny.

Whether it’s quitting your job, leaving your partner, or committing to confront your addiction, taking a risk is not easy. But, taking that scary leap of faith can change your life in profound ways. Shelby Stanger is an inspiration to all of us who are looking for the courage to go after our dreams. Shelby left a successful career in international marketing to pursue her passion of writing and traveling internationally. She is the host of Wild Ideas Worth Living, a podcast that aims to be empowering, informative and helpful. Shelby shares how we can all build a tribe of people who support making more positive life decisions, from the food we eat to the people we surround ourselves with.

When you’re on the road to recovery, it can be nice to have a guide who understands your unique needs. Sam Epstein understands this better than most people. Sam works as a case manager who coordinates care for his client’s specific needs. He has also been in recovery since December 2013. He used his expertise, experience, and wisdom to find SoberCompass.org, which helps people find the best method and place for their own personal recovery. Sam shares his own journey and the ways that SoberCompass helps his clients. He also explains why staying healthy in all ways will help serve as your compass, guiding you to your purpose and passion in life.

Offers for low interest, high limit credit cards seem to show up in mailboxes every day. A new credit card can be a good idea, but it also often gives you the false sense that you can make that big ticket purchase or take that dream vacation. But, what happens when you bite off more than you can chew with your credit? How can you keep yourself from spending more than you can afford? Crystal Oculee is a personal finance expert and the author of Money Confidence. She shares tips on how to recognize the warning signs of being hooked on new credit cards. She also talk discusses how you can avoid letting credit card debt affect your health and your personal relationships.

Therapists are typically trained to leave their personal lives outside of sessions with their clients, so that they can maintain proper treatment boundaries. John Kim takes a completely different approach to treating people. He practices complete authenticity and transparency with his client. John prefers the language of "me too" as opposed to "you should." He conducts sessions while walking around lakes or in coffee shops, and he makes it a point to talk about his own shortcomings, revelations, views on relationships, and the world. John joins Erica to discuss his truly unique approach to therapy and why he feels his clients respond so positively to a therapist who is transparent and authentic.

Have you ever wondered why we believe drinking a powerful poison is both "normal" and "pleasurable"? It took Lee Davy 35 years to ask himself that question, and once he found the answer, he learned to quit smoking, alcohol, gambling and pornography. He also quit his job and created a new one, survived a terrible divorce and losing everything he owned (including the right to father his son), and learned to piece it all back together again. Lee is the host of the Alcohol & Addiction Podcast, the founder of the Needy Helper and Needy Helper Hub, and the author of the Needy Helper 2015 Diary Excerpts: A Life After Quitting Alcohol.

How much do you incorporate your spiritual self into your professional life? Many of us may consider those two parts of ourselves separate, but in truth, the more integrated we can be in how we present ourselves, the more successful and fulfilled we will be. Matt Gottesman is a forward-thinking internet and media entrepreneur who has carved out a professional niche for himself built on core values and a personal passion to have a positive impact on the world. He shares how we can foster a spiritual practice that can enhance and guide our professional lives.

Millions of adults experience some form of chronic pain, which can be physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausting and isolating. Sarah Anne Shockley joined the ranks of chronic pain sufferers after a work-related injury in 2007. She joins host Erica Spiegelman to share her story and explain what inspired her to write her book, The Pain Companion, which she hopes can serve as a guide to others who are on a journey of learning how to live with chronic pain.