Naturally High

Next Level You: There's Nothing Wrong With You

What if the discomfort you’re feeling isn’t a sign that something is wrong, but evidence that you’ve reached a new level of growth? In the final episode of the AWAKEN series, Jeanne explores N—Next Level You and what happens when the life, relationships, patterns, and coping strategies that once fit begin to feel unfamiliar. Growth can create an uncomfortable space between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. Rather than seeing this as something to fix, Jeanne invites you to recognize it as part of awakening to your truest potential. Drawing from her own experience of feeling as though she has outgrown parts of her current life, Jeanne explores the “messy middle” of transformation: the space where the familiar no longer feels aligned, but the next chapter hasn’t fully taken shape. She reframes the idea of becoming your “next level” self, not as doing more, achieving more, or proving your worth, but as building a life rooted in self-respect, integrity, boundaries, authenticity, and a greater capacity to stay with yourself through discomfort. Recovery and healing aren’t only about what you stop doing; they’re also about creating a life you don’t feel the need to escape from. You’ll learn how small, repeated choices can create evidence for a new identity and begin building new neural pathways, from honoring a boundary and asking for support to resting instead of overfunctioning or allowing yourself to feel an emotion without escaping it. Jeanne also explores why expansion can activate the nervous system, why we sometimes return to familiar patterns even when they no longer serve us, and how grief can accompany growth. She closes with a simple reflective practice to help you ask: Who am I becoming now, and what is one small action I can take today that reflects that person? Your next level isn’t asking you to become somebody else. It’s inviting you to become more fully who you already are. Key Moments: [00:00:06] N is for Next Level You: acknowledging how far you’ve come and recognizing the patterns that may no longer support your fullest potential [00:01:49] When the life you created no longer fits the person you’ve become [00:05:07] Living authentically, outgrowing old expectations, and choosing your life instead of someone else’s version of it [00:06:23] Navigating the “messy middle” between your old identity and the person you’re becoming [00:08:00] Redefining “next level” beyond achievement, productivity, success, and the belief that you’re not enough yet [00:09:52] Building a life rooted in self-respect, boundaries, integrity, and the ability to stay with yourself [00:11:24] Why familiar patterns can feel safe even when they’re keeping you small [00:14:35] Creating new evidence and neural pathways through small, embodied choices [00:16:37] Expanding your capacity to receive more love, freedom, visibility, purpose, success, and peace [00:18:09] How the nervous system can interpret expansion as danger—and why awareness creates more choice [00:19:53] Letting go with love: grieving old relationships, identities, coping strategies, and versions of yourself [00:21:22] The Next Level You practice: Who are you becoming, and how does that person live? [00:23:07] Why your life changes through the small choices you repeat [00:24:39] Stop waiting to feel ready and begin practicing being the person you already know you’re becoming Resources discussed in this episode: The AWAKEN Series The Next Level You reflection practice Nervous system regulation and creating new neural pathways Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Embodied Healing: Why You Can’t Think Your Way Into Lasting Change

What if healing isn’t something you can think your way through, but something your body has to experience? In this episode of the AWAKEN series, Jeanne explores E for Embodied Healing and why insight and self-awareness, while essential, are not enough to create lasting transformation. We can understand our patterns, know exactly what we “should” be doing, and still find ourselves repeating the same behaviours. That’s because the gap between knowing and doing doesn’t just live in the intellect; it lives in the nervous system. Jeanne explores the connection between physiology and psychology, including how the body can hold onto patterns of stress, threat, and past experiences long after the conscious mind understands what happened. She also looks at the heart-brain connection, the vagus nerve, nervous system regulation, and why learning to listen to the body can help expand our capacity for emotional regulation, connection, and recovery. Through simple embodiment practices—including breathwork, humming, movement, grounding, and nervous system awareness—Jeanne shares how we can begin shifting from survival and constriction toward greater safety and regulation. Healing becomes less about collecting more information and more about creating a daily practice of noticing, feeling, and responding to what is alive within us. Key Moments: [00:00:06] Revisiting the AWAKEN framework and introducing E for Embodied Healing [00:01:49] Why insight isn’t enough: understanding how our experiences live in the body [00:03:22] The knowing-doing gap and why the nervous system doesn’t respond to logic alone [00:04:51] Why we can’t outrun ourselves and why understanding a pattern doesn’t always change it [00:06:33] The heart-brain connection, the vagus nerve, and bottom-up communication [00:08:16] Somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and creating greater capacity for recovery [00:09:45] Practical embodiment tools: breathwork, humming, singing, movement, shaking, and grounding [00:11:34] A simple breathing practice and why extending the exhale can support regulation [00:13:13] How old identities live in the body and using “floor practices” to support change [00:14:40] Making embodiment part of your daily emotional and spiritual hygiene [00:16:10] Becoming your future self through the practices you embody today Resources discussed in this episode: Somatic Experiencing Safe and Sound Protocol Breathwork and vagal toning practices Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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The Knowing-Doing Gap: Why Insight Alone Doesn’t Create Change

In this episode of Naturally High, Jeanne explores something many of us struggle with: why we can know exactly what we need to do and still have such a hard time doing it. We can read the books, listen to the podcasts, understand our triggers, and recognize our patterns, but insight alone doesn’t create transformation. Real change happens when we begin taking what we know and putting it into practice, especially in the moments when falling back into what’s familiar feels so much easier. Jeanne unpacks why our brains and bodies naturally return to old patterns when we’re stressed, lonely, uncomfortable, or emotionally activated. Every time we choose a different response—taking the walk, holding the boundary, sitting with an uncomfortable feeling, or navigating an experience sober—we begin creating new evidence that another way is possible. These small, repeated choices help us build self-trust, strengthen our resilience, and create new pathways for how we respond to life. This episode is an invitation to get curious about one simple question: What do I already know that I’m not yet practicing? Jeanne explores how consistent daily practices help us build health and recovery capital, giving us greater reserves when life inevitably gets difficult. Lasting transformation isn’t about changing everything overnight or doing it perfectly. It’s about creating a small bridge between insight and action—learning, practicing, reflecting, and repeating—one intentional choice at a time. Key Moments [00:00] The Knowing-Doing Gap: Why We Get Stuck [03:27] Why Knowledge Alone Doesn’t Create Change [05:17] Creating New Experiences & Rewiring Old Patterns [06:46] Short-Term Discomfort for Long-Term Gain [08:15] The Habits We Create Today Shape Our Future [09:34] Building Health & Recovery Capital [12:36] Moving Through Discomfort Instead of Numbing It [14:08] Self-Inquiry & Becoming Your Own Healer [17:17] Learn, Practice, Reflect, Repeat [20:25] A Practical Self-Inquiry Process for Triggers [23:30] Emotional Sobriety & Becoming Your Own Science Experiment [25:11] Turning One Insight Into One Action — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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The Power of Affirmation: Healing Shame, Reclaiming Your Voice & Returning to Your True Self

In this episode of Naturally High, Jeanne continues the AWAKEN Series by exploring the second A in her proprietary methodology: Affirming. More than positive thinking or repeating affirmations, true affirmation is about emotionally validating your lived experience, so your nervous system can finally stop bracing for the next impact and begin to heal. Many of us grew up emotionally unseen, dismissed, minimized, or shamed. Over time, this lack of validation can quietly shape our lives, contributing to perfectionism, people-pleasing, addiction, emotional numbness, and the belief that there is something inherently wrong with us. Jeanne explains why one of the most powerful shifts we can make is moving from asking, "What's wrong with me?" to "What happened to me?" Drawing from trauma-informed, attachment-based, and somatic perspectives, Jeanne explores why healing requires more than understanding our past intellectually. Lasting transformation happens when we create enough safety to reconnect with the parts of ourselves that developed to protect us. As our nervous system begins to trust that healing is possible, shame loosens, self-compassion grows, and our authentic self has room to emerge. This conversation is an invitation to stop abandoning yourself, honour your lived experience, and begin affirming your own healing from the inside out. Resources discussed in this episode: Nonviolent Communication – Marshall B. Rosenberg Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Dr. Richard Schwartz Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Healing the Whole Family: Breaking the Cycles of Addiction with Jeff Jones

When addiction enters a family, it rarely affects just one person. Yet far too often, recovery focuses exclusively on the individual while the entire family system continues to carry the weight of shame, secrecy, anxiety, and generations of unspoken patterns. In this powerful episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot sits down with clinician, author, and family recovery expert Jeff Jones, founder of Rethinking Addiction: The Family Recovery Solution, to explore why lasting recovery begins by healing the entire family, not just the person struggling with addiction. Together, Jeanne and Jeff unpack the hidden dynamics that quietly shape addiction, including intergenerational trauma, family roles, nervous system dysregulation, enabling, and the stories that are passed down through generations. They discuss why families often become trapped in cycles of blame, fear, and black-and-white thinking, and how shifting from reacting to responding creates space for healing. Through practical wisdom and decades of clinical experience, they explore the importance of boundaries, compassion, emotional regulation, coaching, therapy, and building recovery capital within the family system. This conversation is a compassionate invitation for parents, partners, siblings, clinicians, and anyone affected by addiction to stop asking, "How do I fix my loved one?" and instead ask, "How can our family heal together?" Because when families learn healthier patterns, recovery becomes stronger, relationships become safer, and hope becomes possible. About Jeff Jones Jeff Jones is a family recovery coach, author, and founder of Rethinking Addiction: The Family Recovery Solution. With decades of experience as a therapist and coach, Jeff specializes in helping families heal from the impact of addiction by addressing trauma, family systems, and nervous system regulation. His innovative, family-first approach empowers loved ones to become active participants in the recovery process, creating healthier relationships and lasting change, whether someone is in active addiction, treatment, or long-term recovery. Resources discussed in this episode: Rethinking Addiction: The Family Recovery Solution – Jeff Jones Brené Brown – The Gifts of Imperfection and her work on boundaries Naturally High Exercises eatingproteinsaveslives.org The Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Jeff Jones | The Family Recovery Solution: TheFamilyRecoverySolution.com YouTube: The Family Recovery Solution Facebook: The Family Recovery Solution LinkedIn: Jeff Jones

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Exercise & Recovery: Rewiring the Brain Through Movement with Dr. Casey Grover

In this energizing episode of Naturally High, Jeanne welcomes addiction medicine specialist Dr. Casey Grover for an inspiring conversation about one of addiction recovery's most underutilized tools: exercise. Drawing on his years of experience in emergency medicine and addiction treatment, Dr. Grover explains why movement is about far more than physical fitness—it is powerful medicine for the recovering brain. Together, Jeanne and Dr. Grover explore how dopamine, movement, and meaningful social connection help restore the brain's natural reward system during addiction recovery, supporting long-term sobriety, resilience, and healing. From CrossFit communities to walking the dog, they remind us that recovery isn't about finding the "perfect" workout—it's about discovering movement that brings joy, fosters connection, and supports sustainable healing. Jeanne and Dr. Grover also discuss identity, belonging, post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS), and why community-based fitness can become a powerful catalyst for long-term recovery. Whether it's joining a recovery-focused fitness group or simply taking a daily walk, every step can help strengthen both physical and emotional well-being. Whether you're newly sober, supporting a loved one, or looking for evidence-based strategies to improve your mental well-being, this episode offers practical insights into how exercise, community, and movement can strengthen addiction recovery, promote brain healing, and help you feel naturally high. In this episode, you'll learn: 02:10 – Why exercise naturally restores dopamine and helps heal the brain during addiction recovery. 02:10 – How addiction disrupts the brain's reward system—and how movement helps repair it. 04:50 – Why positive social connection amplifies the benefits of exercise and boosts the brain's natural dopamine response. 06:56 – The role of belonging, community, and "finding your tribe" in building sustainable recovery. 09:48 – Why CrossFit is one example of recovery-friendly fitness—and why the best exercise is the one that works for you. 11:52 – How to choose movement you genuinely enjoy instead of forcing yourself into exercise. 11:52 – Why even 15 minutes of movement can improve your mood, build confidence, and support lasting recovery. 13:10 – The relationship between movement, stress reduction, nervous system regulation, and getting out of your head. 14:46 – How movement and positive social connection can support healing during post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). 27:20 – Why recovery is about creating a life filled with purpose, accountability, achievement, and natural rewards instead of substances. About Dr. Casey Grover Dr. Casey Grover is an emergency physician, addiction medicine specialist, and host of the Addiction Medicine Made Easy podcast. Working daily on the front lines of overdose, withdrawal, and addiction treatment, he is committed to modernizing addiction medicine through education, compassionate care, and reducing stigma for patients and families alike. Resources discussed in this episode: Addiction Medicine Made Easy Podcast Central Coast Overdose Prevention First City Fitness (Monterey) Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Dr. Casey Grover: addictionmedicinemadeeasy.com

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The State Shift Method: Turning Resistance into Your Greatest Strength with Sylvia Holtslag

What if the very thing you're resisting is actually the doorway to your next breakthrough? In this inspiring episode of Naturally High, Jeanne welcomes Sylvia Holtslag, founder of the State Shift Institute and creator of the State Shift Method—a practical coaching framework designed to help people move beyond insight and into meaningful action. Drawing inspiration from Phil Stutz and Barry Michels' The Tools, Jungian shadow work, Michael Singer's teachings on surrender, and Heroic principles of discipline and accountability, Sylvia shares how she transformed what looked like "normal" habits, including grey-area drinking, smoking, shopping, scrolling, and constant distraction, into a life of purpose, freedom, and service. Together, Jeanne and Sylvia explore why knowing what to do is rarely enough, how our inner saboteur keeps us stuck, and why real transformation begins when we're willing to lean into discomfort rather than avoid it. Sylvia also guides Jeanne through a live demonstration of the State Shift Method using her coaching cards, offering listeners a practical exercise they can immediately apply to their own lives. Whether you're recovering from addiction, perfectionism, procrastination, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, this conversation offers powerful tools for moving from resistance to resilience. About Sylvia Holtslag Sylvia Holtslag is the founder of the State Shift Institute in the Netherlands and creator of the State Shift Method. After discovering Phil Stutz's practical tools for transformation, Sylvia developed a coaching framework that combines The Tools, Jungian shadow work, Michael Singer's teachings on surrender, and Heroic principles into a simple, actionable daily practice. Through one-on-one coaching, group programs, published books, training, and her State Shift card decks, Sylvia has helped more than 10,000 people overcome self-sabotage, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. She also hosts the Dutch podcast Onthecht ("Unhooked"), where she explores self-awareness, radical honesty, shadow work, and personal growth. Resources discussed in this episode: The State Shift Method The State Shift Card Deck The Tools by Phil Stutz & Barry Michels Stutz (Netflix Documentary) Michael Singer Byron Katie Heroic by Brian Johnson — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Sylvia Holtslag: Website: State Shift Institute Instagram: Sylvia Holtslag LinkedIn: Sylvia Holtslag Free call with Sylvia

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Worthiness: Reclaiming Your Value & Breaking Free from the Stories That Hold You Back

What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want isn't your circumstances, but the story you've been telling yourself about your worth? In this episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot continues exploring the AWAKEN Method, building on the foundation of awareness by diving into one of the most influential forces shaping our lives: worthiness. Jeanne explains how our earliest experiences and subconscious conditioning create the internal narratives that quietly determine our relationships, confidence, health, happiness, and ability to pursue our dreams. Jeanne explores why so many of us unknowingly trade authenticity for acceptance, struggle to ask for what we truly want, and remain trapped in repetitive patterns driven by fear, self-criticism, and outdated beliefs. She explains why most of our daily thoughts are simply recycled from the day before, making conscious awareness the first step toward lasting transformation. Through thoughtful self-inquiry, listeners are invited to question the stories they've always believed and begin separating fact from the fiction of the inner critic. Finally, Jeanne examines the connection between self-worth, addiction, perfectionism, control, and personal responsibility. She reminds us that no amount of external success can heal an internal wound, and that lasting freedom comes from awakening the inner healer, embracing radical responsibility, and recognizing that each of us has a unique spiritual curriculum designed for growth. This episode is a powerful invitation to reclaim your inherent worth, reconnect with your authentic self, and begin creating a life guided by purpose rather than fear. — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Bonus Episode: Why This Conversation on Stigma Matters with Dr. Casey Grover

This week’s episode is a little different. This special conversation was originally recorded for the Addiction Medicine Made Easy podcast with Dr. Casey Grover—an emergency physician, addiction specialist, and passionate advocate for compassionate, evidence-based addiction care. This episode is being released as a feed drop, meaning you'll find it on both podcast feeds to help bring this important conversation to a wider audience. Jeanne wanted to share this interview with the Naturally High community because at its heart is a shared mission: reducing stigma, promoting compassionate care, and helping transform the way we understand addiction and recovery. If you’re new to the Naturally High podcast, welcome! Here we explore emotional sobriety while closing the knowing-doing gap and creating a life you no longer need to escape from. Meaningful change often begins with one person choosing to speak up, advocate, and care deeply. If this conversation resonates with you, we encourage you to also subscribe to Addiction Medicine Made Easy and continue exploring Dr. Casey Grover's work. What you’ll discover in this episode: Why reducing stigma is essential to improving addiction care How compassionate, evidence-informed conversations create lasting change The mission behind Naturally High and emotional sobriety Why redesigning your life—not simply stopping a behaviour—is at the heart of sustainable recovery A reminder that one person can make an extraordinary difference About Dr. Casey Grover Dr. Casey Grover is an emergency physician, addiction medicine specialist, and host of the Addiction Medicine Made Easy podcast. Working daily on the front lines of overdose, withdrawal, and addiction treatment, he is committed to modernizing addiction medicine through education, compassionate care, and reducing stigma for patients and families alike. — Stigma doesn’t just hurt feelings, it changes medical decisions, family dynamics, and whether someone stays in care long enough to recover. That’s why we sat down with Jeanne Foot, founder and CEO of the Recovery Concierge and host of the Naturally High Podcast, for an honest conversation about what stigma against substance use disorders looks like in real life and what we can do differently. We trace stigma from the personal to the systemic: Jeanne’s experience entering recovery in the early 1990s, the shame that follows families when a child is struggling, and the quiet “whispering” that keeps people isolated. We also talk about stigma in healthcare, including how people in alcohol withdrawal or opioid withdrawal can be treated as if they don’t deserve comfort or evidence-based care, even though alcohol detox can be fatal and fentanyl has made relapse risk terrifyingly high. From there, we get practical. We share how compassion and advocacy help clients face judgment without bolting from care, why nervous system regulation tools matter in the hardest moments, and how fundamentals like sleep, nutrition, and movement can support mental health and addiction recovery alongside therapy and medication. We also dig into language, why labels can wound, and why the best recovery plan is the one that fits the person, whether that’s AA, SMART Recovery, peer support, or something unconventional that actually works. If you care about addiction medicine, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, or supporting a loved one, hit play, then subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find the show. To learn about The Recovery Concierge: https://therecoveryconcierge.com/ To check out the Naturally High podcast: https://naturallyhigh.transistor.fm/ To contact Dr. Grover: ammadeeasy@fastmail.com — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Dr. Casey Grover: addictionmedicinemadeeasy.com

Overdrive to Overflow: Leadership, Self-Care & Supporting Others Without Burning Out

In this thought-provoking episode of Naturally High, Jeanne welcomes leadership coach, HR consultant, and Overflow founder Kimberly Snider for an honest conversation about the intersection of leadership, mental health, addiction, and emotional well-being in the workplace. Together, they unpack the difference between self-care and self-soothing, why high-achieving leaders often feel responsible for rescuing everyone around them, and how psychological safety creates the conditions for healing, accountability, and authentic leadership. Drawing from Kimberly’s years of experience supporting executives and organizations, as well as Jeanne’s expertise in addiction, trauma, and recovery, this conversation explores what compassionate leadership really looks like—and why leaders don't need perfect answers to make a meaningful difference. Rather than fixing people, this episode invites us to become curious, create safe spaces, and empower others to access the support they truly need. In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between self-care and self-soothing, and why the distinction matters How stress, burnout, and addiction can quietly show up in high-performing professionals Why leaders often feel pressure to rescue others—and why that isn't sustainable How asking better questions is more powerful than having perfect answers What psychological safety actually looks like in the workplace Why emotional struggles deserve the same compassion as physical injuries How confidentiality, dignity, and agency support meaningful recovery The importance of listening, presence, and curiosity when someone is struggling Why leaders should connect people with resources rather than become the resource themselves How workplaces can better support employees navigating mental health, addiction, grief, or life crises About Kimberly Snider Kimberly Snider is a leadership coach, HR consultant, motivational speaker, and founder of Overflow. She helps ambitious professionals and organizations lead with confidence, navigate difficult conversations, prioritize well-being, and create sustainable success without sacrificing themselves in the process. Through executive coaching, consulting, and the Overflow Podcast, Kimberly empowers leaders to move beyond burnout by integrating wisdom, authenticity, and practical leadership strategies into both their work and personal lives. Resources discussed in this episode: Overflow Podcast Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Essentialism by Greg Mckeown Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Kimberly Snider | Overflow PeopleBrain.ca Instagram: overflow_podcast LinkedIn: kimberly-j-snider

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Awaken: How Your Inner Narrative Shapes Your Life (and How to Change It)

In this powerful episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot explores one of the most influential forces shaping our lives: our inner narrative. Most of us spend our days reacting to thoughts, stories, and subconscious programming we don’t even realize we’re carrying. From self-doubt and perfectionism to old survival strategies and limiting beliefs, these unseen patterns quietly influence how we feel, behave, and show up in the world. Drawing from over three decades in mental health, addiction recovery, trauma healing, and personal development, Jeanne introduces the first pillar of her board-accredited AWAKEN Method—Awareness. She explains why true transformation begins when we stop believing every thought we have and learn to witness our internal dialogue instead. Through practical examples, personal stories, and actionable exercises, Jeanne shares how to interrupt autopilot thinking, uncover the subconscious beliefs driving your decisions, and create meaningful change that lasts. If you've ever felt trapped by overthinking, self-criticism, anxiety, or recurring patterns you can’t seem to break, this episode offers a roadmap toward greater consciousness, freedom, and self-leadership. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your inner narrative has more influence over your life than you may realize How subconscious thoughts and emotional drivers shape behavior and decision-making The difference between being your thoughts and becoming the witness of your thoughts A simple exercise to interrupt negative thinking and create conscious choice Why awareness is the foundation of all meaningful change How childhood experiences and early conditioning create your mental “operating system” The hidden cost of perfectionism, self-doubt, and negative self-talk Why understanding your emotional drivers is essential for sustainable transformation How the AWAKEN Method helps bridge the gap between knowing and doing The role of accountability, environment design, and micro-habits in creating lasting change Why small, consistent actions create more transformation than dramatic short-term efforts How to identify outdated beliefs and stories that no longer serve who you are becoming Jeanne also introduces the concept of “creating a floor”—a practical strategy for maintaining momentum through life’s inevitable setbacks by focusing on the smallest possible action that keeps you moving forward. This episode is an invitation to become more conscious of the stories running your life, update the outdated programming that no longer serves you, and begin creating a future aligned with who you truly want to become. Resources discussed in this episode: The AWAKEN Method™ ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Assessment Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Positive Psychology Clinical Hypnotherapy Breathwork Practices Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Kindness Isn’t Rare, We Just Don’t Create the Conditions to Notice It

What if kindness isn’t actually rare? In this heartfelt episode of Naturally High, Jeanne reflects on a deeply personal journey to Wales during a family medical crisis and the unexpected lesson that emerged along the way. Amid grief, uncertainty, and saying goodbye to a loved one, Jeanne found herself repeatedly met by extraordinary acts of kindness from complete strangers, including an Uber driver who refused to abandon her at the curb, nurses who went out of their way to care for her, and countless moments of genuine human connection that challenged her assumptions about modern life. As she compares these experiences to the pace and emotional culture many of us have grown accustomed to, Jeanne explores an important question: Is kindness truly disappearing, or have we become so distracted, guarded, and disconnected that we no longer create the conditions for it to emerge? This episode is an invitation to slow down, become more present, and reconsider the impact of even the smallest gestures. Jeanne reminds us that kindness is not simply something we receive; it’s something we can actively cultivate, witness, and pass forward. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why simple acts of kindness can have a profound impact during difficult moments How presence and genuine human connection interrupt feelings of isolation The difference between performative kindness and authentic compassion Why modern life often conditions us to be guarded, distracted, and disconnected How smaller communities may foster deeper social connections and support The relationship between empathy, service, and personal fulfillment Why kindness may be universal but significantly underexpressed How witnessing kindness can be just as powerful as receiving it Practical ways to create more opportunities for compassion in everyday life Why healing often begins when we feel truly seen, supported, and acknowledged Jeanne also reflects on recovery principles, community, and the idea that what is freely given to us is often meant to be shared with others. Through stories, observations, and personal insight, she offers a powerful reminder that the world may be far kinder than we realize, if we slow down enough to notice it. Resources discussed in this episode: Naturally High Exercises — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com LinkedIn: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Daniela Tilbrook on Ayahuasca & Remembering Who You Are

In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Jeanne welcomes back returning guest Daniela Tilbrook, author of Not My Shame, to explore the powerful and often misunderstood world of plant medicine and its role in healing trauma. This episode moves beyond the stigma and surface-level curiosity around psychedelics and into a grounded, nuanced discussion about intention, integration, and what it truly means to heal. Daniela shares her personal experiences with ayahuasca ceremonies, revealing how the journey is less about escape and more about remembering, returning to truth, compassion, and inner peace. Together, Jeanne and Daniela unpack the emotional and psychological layers of trauma, forgiveness, identity, and the ongoing nature of healing. They explore how profound insights can emerge not only from peak experiences, but from the everyday work of integration that follows. This is not a conversation about quick fixes or “silver bullets,” but rather an invitation to understand healing as a lifelong, embodied process. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Reframing ayahuasca from “psychedelic” to intentional healing medicine Why healing is about remembering, not escaping Daniela’s experiences with ayahuasca ceremonies and what they revealed The role of forgiveness in releasing trauma and reclaiming your life How compassion can emerge even toward those who caused harm The importance of integration after peak or transformational experiences Why plant medicine is not a shortcut, but a tool within a larger healing journey The power of group work, witnessing, and shared healing spaces How identity, trauma, and the inner critic keep us stuck Why life continues to “life” even after profound healing breakthroughs About Daniela Tilbrook Daniela Tilbrook is the author of Not My Shame, a memoir and guidebook that explores recovery from childhood abuse, shame, and self-sabotage. Drawing from more than two decades of personal healing and self-discovery, Daniela shares the tools and insights that helped her break cycles of trauma and reclaim her sense of self. She is currently writing her second book, Post-Traumatic Wisdom: From Disorder to Inner Peace, which is set to be released on June 27, 2026—PTSD Awareness Day. Through her work, Daniela continues to inspire others to transform pain into wisdom and live with greater freedom, truth, and compassion. Resources discussed in this episode: Not My Shame – by Daniela Tilbrook British Psychedelic Society – Integration Circles — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Daniela Tilbrook: Book: Not My Shame by Daniela Tilbrook Website: DanielaTilbrook.com Instagram: Daniela Tilbrook TikTok: @danielatilbrook

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From Trauma to Triumph: Rewriting Your Story with Nick Prefontaine

In this deeply moving and powerful episode of Naturally High, Jeanne sits down with Nick Prefontaine—top motivational speaker (Yahoo Finance, 2022), real estate investor, and brain injury survivor—for a conversation that bridges physical trauma, emotional resilience, and the human capacity to defy all odds. At just 14 years old, Nick suffered a life-threatening snowboarding accident that left him in a coma, with doctors predicting he would never walk, talk, or eat independently again. What followed was nothing short of extraordinary. Through unwavering belief, the power of support, and a mindset rooted in possibility, Nick not only recovered, but ran out of the hospital. Together, Jeanne and Nick explore the parallels between physical trauma and emotional healing, and how our greatest challenges (whether mental, emotional, or physical) can become the very curriculum that shapes our highest potential. This episode is a testament to the power of belief, the importance of support, and the transformative nature of adversity. If you’ve ever questioned what’s possible for your life, this conversation will expand your perspective and remind you that healing, growth, and transformation are always within reach. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Nick’s life-altering snowboarding accident and the moments that changed everything The critical role of belief, mindset, and vision in recovery Why support doesn’t have to come from family, and where to find it instead The powerful influence of Nick’s mother and her refusal to accept limitations The STEP system: Support, Trust, Energy, and Persistence (and how it applies to any setback) How physical trauma mirrors emotional and psychological healing journeys The importance of having a vision for your futurem even before evidence exists Why chasing “perfection” can actually lead to excellence and freedom How to stay grounded and focused during long, uncertain recovery processes Turning adversity into purpose, meaning, and impact About Nick Prefontaine Nick is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, bestselling author, and real estate investor based in Rhode Island. After surviving a traumatic brain injury at age 14, Nick developed the STEP system, a framework that helped him recover and now supports others facing adversity in their own lives. Today, Nick is a seven-figure business owner, partner at Smart Real Estate Coach, and founder of “Common Goal,” where he inspires individuals and organizations to overcome setbacks and achieve their highest potential. Resources discussed in this episode: Naturally High Exercises Nick’s “STEP” System — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Nick Prefontaine: Website LinkedIn

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The Power of the Pause: Mastering Your Emotional Triggers

In this powerful solo episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot explores one of the most overlooked yet essential aspects of healing and personal growth: emotional sobriety. While many people focus on abstinence or surface-level behaviour change, Jeanne invites listeners to go deeper—into the emotional patterns, triggers, and subconscious conditioning that continue to shape our lives long after we’ve “stopped the behaviour.” Whether you’re in recovery, navigating stress, or simply feeling stuck in reactive patterns, this episode offers a new lens: real freedom comes not from controlling your environment, but from learning how to regulate your inner world. Jeanne breaks down the concept of emotional sobriety as originally introduced in 12-step philosophy, and expands it into a modern, practical framework for emotional resilience, nervous system regulation, and long-term fulfillment. You’ll learn why many people plateau after initial progress, how unresolved emotional patterns keep us stuck, and most importantly, how to access your power through something deceptively simple: the pause. This episode is an invitation to move beyond survival mode and into a life of clarity, alignment, and true emotional freedom. In this episode, you’ll hear about: What emotional sobriety really means (and why abstinence isn’t the end goal) Why we still feel stuck—even after making “positive changes” How trauma and early experiences can arrest emotional development The difference between reacting and responding (and why it matters) The role of neuroplasticity in building new emotional patterns Why we become “hijacked” by our emotional triggers The concept of the sacred pause and how it gives you your power back How to stop outsourcing your emotional state to people, places, and circumstances The truth about the “pink cloud” phase and why things can feel flat after Acceptance vs. control: why fighting reality creates more suffering The Serenity Prayer as a practical framework for emotional regulation How to navigate life’s inevitable challenges without numbing or escaping Why emotional sobriety is the foundation for lasting recovery, strong relationships, and fulfillment How to redesign your life so it supports your growth instead of sabotaging it Resources discussed in this episode: The Serenity Prayer Byron Katie – teachings on acceptance and reality Naturally High Exercises (contains the questions mentioned in the episode) — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Relationships, Hope & Healing: Rabbi Josh Zebberman on Connection, Authenticity, and Emotional Safety

In this insightful episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot sits down with Rabbi Josh Zebberman for a rich conversation on relationships, identity, trauma, and what it truly takes to create connection that lasts. Together, they explore why so many couples get stuck in the “content” of conflict while missing the deeper emotional context underneath it. Josh shares his refreshing, hope-filled approach to relationships, reminding us that people are more than their pain, their trauma, or their patterns. He explains why communication alone is not the answer, how authenticity changes the quality of our relationships, and why healing begins when we learn to see ourselves and others more fully. Jeanne and Josh also talk about responsibility, emotional maturity, and the courage it takes to stop waiting for others to change and instead begin showing up differently ourselves. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in pain, there is hope and that meaningful change begins the moment we decide to take it seriously. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why relationships often get stuck in content instead of context Why communication is a magnifier, not the foundation of connection How trauma can affect relationships without defining the whole person The importance of seeing people for more than their pain Why therapists and coaches must believe in clients, not just their stories How authenticity creates more ease, lightness, and intimacy in relationships What it means to take 100% responsibility for how you show up Why people are often doing the best they can with the capacity they have How hope becomes the leverage point for healing and change Why couples need to stop trying to “marry themselves” and learn to value difference How presence, humor, and lightness can help restore connection Why even one grain of hope is worth exploring About Rabbi Josh Zebberman Rabbi Josh Zebberman is a counselor, rabbi, speaker, and educator who helps people better understand identity, resilience, hope, and the mindset needed to show up as their strongest, most grounded self. With a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and training in solution-focused therapy, Josh brings a strength-based approach to personal growth and relationships. Drawing on years of clergy and counseling experience, he offers a grounded, accessible style that helps people navigate change, transitions, emotional healing, and connection. His work integrates real-world stories with practical frameworks that support confidence, well-being, and relational growth. Resources discussed in this episode: John Gottman’s relationship research The “Invisible Gorilla” attention experiment — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Rabbi Josh Zebberman: Website YouTube Instagram Linkedin

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Finding the Light Within: Brianne Flaherty on Radical Acceptance, Compassion, and Healing

In this heartfelt episode of Naturally High, Jeanne Foot welcomes mental health and addiction counselor Brianne Flaherty for a deeply honest conversation about healing, self-trust, and the power of being truly witnessed. Brianne shares how her own struggles with anxiety, shame, and coping patterns led her to the work she does today—helping people reconnect with their inner light, even when they’ve lost sight of it. Together, Jeanne and Brianne explore what it really means to practice radical acceptance, why self-compassion must come before change, and how healing happens not through perfection, but through safe connection, community, and learning to stay with ourselves in discomfort. This episode is a beautiful reminder that no matter how dark life may feel, your inner wisdom, clarity, and vitality are still there—and healing begins the moment you stop abandoning yourself. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why healing often begins when we stop trying to “fix” ourselves How shame, anxiety, and self-doubt disconnect us from our inner light What radical acceptance really means in everyday life Why intellectualizing pain is not the same as healing it The power of being seen, witnessed, and held in safe relationship How self-compassion creates the conditions for real change Why discomfort is part of healing, not a sign that something is wrong How community, therapy, and embodied practices support recovery Why trust, softness, and inner wisdom are signs of healing What it means to live in alignment with your true self About Brianne Flaherty Brianne Flaherty is a mental health and addiction counselor dedicated to helping people reconnect with their inner strength, clarity, and sense of purpose. Her work is grounded in compassion, radical acceptance, and authentic human connection, supporting individuals as they move beyond shame, substance use, anxiety, and self-doubt. Brianne believes meaningful change happens when people are truly seen and supported in safe, healing spaces. Through her work, she helps clients build self-trust, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create lasting change that strengthens not only the individual, but their relationships and communities as well. — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge Contact Brianne Flaherty: Website Instagram Facebook Linkedin

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Step Inside Your Future Self and Embody the Vision that You Actually Want (Mini-Series Episode 5)

In the final installment of the Recovery Return on Investment mini-series, Jeanne Foot brings the series home with a powerful invitation: stop building your future from your past. So many people want change, but try to create it while staring into the rearview mirror, trapped by old identities, old consequences, and old stories about what’s “realistic.” Jeanne reframes this completely: your past may be what happened, but it does not get to decide who you become next. This episode is about stepping into your future self now, not as an abstract concept, but as a daily practice of identity, standards, embodiment, and decision-making. Jeanne walks you through what it means to become conscious of how you operate: how you spend your time, where you place your energy, what you tolerate, what you say yes to, and what you finally stop negotiating with. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why most people unconsciously create their future from their past How to stop defining your identity by old patterns, consequences, or history What it really means to “be your future self now” The difference between knowing what to do and experiencing what works Why fear and overthinking keep people stuck and how to move anyway The habits, standards, and boundaries that shape the life you want Why your nervous system must be regulated for clarity and wisdom to emerge How to focus on what you want (not what you don’t want) to change outcomes A guided visualization to embody your vision and anchor it into the body Taking 100% responsibility for your results without shame or judgment How community and consistent practice accelerate transformation — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Strengthen Your Recovery Capital Through Nervous System Regulation (Mini-Series Episode 4)

In Episode Four of the Recovery Return on Investment series, Jeanne Foot explores one of the most overlooked, yet essential foundations of sustainable recovery and personal growth: nervous system regulation. In a world that keeps us overstimulated, rushed, and disconnected from ourselves, many of us are operating in a chronic state of dysregulation without even realizing it. Jeanne breaks down why dysregulation quietly undermines clarity, decision-making, emotional resilience, and long-term wellbeing, and how learning to regulate your nervous system strengthens recovery capital in every area of life. This episode invites you to slow down, get curious, and reconnect with the innate wisdom of your body. Jeanne explains why willpower and “thinking your way out” of challenges doesn’t work when the nervous system is hijacked, and how emotional wellness, somatic awareness, and daily practices create a powerful reserve you can draw from when life gets hard. In this episode, you’ll explore: What nervous system regulation actually is and why most of us are dysregulated How chronic stress and emotional overload impact judgment, health, and recovery The connection between trauma, the body, and subconscious survival responses Why intuition becomes inaccessible when we’re in fight, flight, or freeze The concept of your “window of tolerance” and how to return to center How unresolved stress becomes dis-ease in the body over time Why self-care is not indulgent; it’s mandatory The power of daily practices in building recovery and health capital Simple tools for grounding, self-regulation, and emotional awareness How listening to your body strengthens resilience, clarity, and inner wisdom — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge

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Overcoming Barriers and Breaking Through Negative Beliefs (Mini-Series Episode 3)

In Episode Three of the Recovery Capital mini-series, Jeanne dives into the heart of sustainable transformation: identifying and dismantling the internal barriers that keep us stuck. From self-sabotage and negative self-talk to inherited beliefs and subconscious programming, this episode explores why lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from awareness, compassion, and responsibility. This episode is about learning to become a compassionate witness to your own inner world, separating fact from fiction, and reclaiming agency over your future. Jeanne invites listeners to slow down and examine the stories they tell themselves, many of which were formed early in life and are still running on autopilot. If you’ve ever felt blocked, overwhelmed, or held back by fear, shame, or self-doubt, this conversation offers a powerful framework for moving forward with clarity and self-trust. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why self-sabotage often operates unconsciously and how to interrupt it How early conditioning (ages 0–7) shapes lifelong beliefs and behaviours The difference between fact and the stories we tell ourselves How negative “default settings” keep us stuck on autopilot Why compassion (not criticism) is essential for real change How to recognize limiting beliefs around worth, money, success, and belonging What it means to become a witness to your own patterns instead of judging them How fear, shame, guilt, and perfectionism reinforce old cycles Why reparenting unmet parts of yourself leads to freedom and integration How awareness creates choice and choice creates transformation — Contact Jeanne Foot | The Recovery Concierge: TheRecoveryConcierge.com Linkedin: Jeanne Foot LinkedIn: The Recovery Concierge Instagram: The Recovery Concierge Facebook: The Recovery Concierge Twitter: @recvryconcierge