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Successful Life Podcast
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Successful Life Podcast | Addiction Recovery, Sobriety & the 12 Steps
The Successful Life Podcast is a recovery podcast hosted by Corey Berrier, featuring honest conversations about addiction recovery, alcoholism, sobriety, the 12 Steps, emotional sobriety, and personal transformation.
Each episode explores practical recovery tools, spiritual principles, sponsorship, relationships, mental wellness, and what it really takes to build a meaningful life one day at a time. Corey shares personal experiences from long-term recovery, solo episodes on the challenges and victories of sober living, and interviews with people whose lives have been transformed through recovery.
Whether you’re newly sober, working the 12 Steps, supporting a loved one struggling with addiction, or simply looking for personal growth, you’ll find hope, practical guidance, and authentic conversations that remind you you’re not alone.
Topics include:
• Addiction recovery
• Alcohol recovery
• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
• The 12 Steps
• Sobriety
• Emotional sobriety
• Recovery stories
• Spiritual growth
• Mental health and resilience
• Personal development
• Sponsorship
• Relapse prevention
• Service work
• Living a purpose-driven life
New episodes every week featuring real conversations, practical experience, strength, and hope to help you build not just a sober life—but a truly successful life.
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How to Stop Drinking: My Story, What Worked for Me, and How Recovery Changed My Life | Successful Life Podcast
4d ago00:33:27Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this deeply personal episode of The Successful Life Podcast, Corey Berrier shares his own journey from active alcoholism to long-term sobriety. Rather than offering medical advice or claiming there’s only one path to recovery, Corey explains what finally worked after years of failed attempts, legal consequences, denial, and fear.You’ll hear what alcoholism looked like in real life—from drinking before work and waking up with withdrawal symptoms to receiving multiple DUIs, losing driving privileges, and ultimately finding hope through a 12-step recovery program.Corey also discusses the emotional side of addiction, including shame, anxiety, fear, and the feeling of believing alcohol is the only solution—until it becomes the problem.In This EpisodeHow to know if you may have a drinking problemSigns and symptoms of alcohol dependenceFunctional alcoholism vs. alcohol addictionWhy is it so difficult to quit drinkingAlcohol withdrawal symptoms and why medical supervision mattersWhat finally helped Corey stop drinking after years of alcohol abuseThe role of the 12 Steps in long-term recoveryHow spirituality changed his life in sobrietyThe importance of asking for helpWhy helping other alcoholics strengthens recoveryHope for anyone struggling with alcohol addictionKey TakeawaysYou don’t have to lose everything before getting help.If you’re questioning your relationship with alcohol, it’s worth taking an honest look.Recovery isn’t just about quitting drinking—it’s about learning a new way to live.Alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous and should be medically supervised for people with significant physical dependence.Long-term sobriety is possible, and thousands of people find recovery every day.Resources MentionedThe 12 Steps of RecoveryMedical detox for alcohol withdrawalInpatient and outpatient addiction treatmentRecovery meetings and sponsorshipIf You’re StrugglingIf you’re experiencing severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as shaking, confusion, hallucinations, or seizures, seek immediate medical care. Alcohol withdrawal can be life-threatening, and detoxing under medical supervision is often the safest option.Remember: asking for help isn’t a weakness—it’s the first step toward getting your life back.Connect With The Successful Life PodcastIf this episode encouraged you, please:Subscribe to the podcastLeave a 5-star reviewShare this episode with someone who may be struggling with alcohol addiction or alcoholismFollow for more conversations about recovery, sobriety, personal growth, and living a successful life without alcohol.https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →Recovery, Ego, and the Masks We Wear
2w ago00:22:27Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAfter moving from Raleigh to Wilmington, I expected a change of scenery. What I didn’t expect was questioning my identity all over again.In this episode of The Successful Life Podcast, I share what it’s been like starting over in a new city, building new relationships in recovery, and realizing how easy it is to define ourselves by our careers, accomplishments, or the roles we play.We talk about:Why your job isn’t your identity.The masks we wear to gain approval.How the ego can quietly take control.Why authentic connection matters more than recognition.The role faith and service play in long-term recovery.What the recovery community has taught me about living with purpose.Why making a decision isn’t enough—you have to take action.Whether you’re in recovery, navigating a major life transition, or simply trying to figure out who you are beyond your title or accomplishments, this conversation offers a practical perspective on building a life rooted in authenticity instead of image.If this episode helped you, please subscribe, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your support helps more people discover the show and join the conversation.https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →From Felony Charges to Recovery & Redemption | Stephanie Nicholson on Sobriety, Accountability & Second Chances
May 2200:48:24Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of The Successful Life Podcast, Corey Berrier sits down with Stephanie Nicholson to discuss recovery, accountability, legal consequences, honesty, and rebuilding life after a felony conviction.Stephanie shares the story of a drinking-and-driving incident that resulted in the death of another person, the legal process that followed, and the long road through probation, relapse, recovery, education, marriage, motherhood, and professional growth. She also explains how honesty helped her navigate job interviews, background checks, and a career in accounting after becoming a convicted felon.This conversation covers the difference between attending recovery meetings and actually working a recovery program, the danger of secrets, the impact of distracted driving, and why second chances are possible when people take responsibility and keep moving forward.Listen to this episode for a direct conversation about recovery, consequences, personal accountability, and rebuilding a successful life after major setbacks.Please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help more people find the show.https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →Recovery Can’t Wait with Chris Budnick
May 900:45:39Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of The Successful Life Podcast, Corey Berrier sits down with Chris Budnick, Executive Director of Healing Transitions, to discuss addiction recovery, homelessness, detox services, peer-led recovery, and rebuilding lives through community support.Chris shares the story behind Healing Transitions, formerly The Healing Place of Wake County, and explains how the organization helps people struggling with substance abuse, homelessness, and mental health challenges through low-barrier detox, emergency shelter, recovery housing, peer mentorship, and long-term support.Chris also opens up about his own recovery journey, getting sober at 19 years old, and how mentors, recovery meetings, and service work changed the direction of his life. The conversation covers second chances, employment in recovery, women’s recovery programs, family reunification, and the ripple effect recovery has on families and communities.This episode is packed with insight for anyone impacted by addiction, recovery, homelessness, or the challenge of rebuilding life after substance abuse.https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →From Prison to Purpose with Nick Jones
Apr 2801:21:36Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of The Successful Life Podcast, Corey Berrier sits down with longtime friend and entrepreneur Nick Jones for a direct conversation about addiction recovery, entrepreneurship, personal responsibility, faith, leadership, and building a life after prison.Nick shares his journey from addiction, drug dealing, and multiple prison sentences to long-term sobriety, business ownership, and service-based leadership. He discusses the role of the 12 steps, the Big Book, spiritual principles, mentorship, and helping others as core parts of lasting recovery.The conversation also covers Nick’s entrepreneurial path through wireless sales, Sandler Sales training, financial education, med spas, hormone replacement therapy, peptide importation, nutraceutical manufacturing, and building Cell Tech MD in Atlanta. Corey and Nick also talk about second chances, hiring people in recovery, workforce challenges, and why personal accountability matters in both business and life.Listeners will hear practical lessons on recovery, leadership, sales, business failure, rebuilding after setbacks, faith-based decision making, and creating opportunities for people who are serious about changing their lives.Key Topics CoveredAddiction recovery, alcoholism, cocaine addiction, 12-step recovery, AA Big Book, spiritual awakening, prison reform, entrepreneurship after prison, personal responsibility, sober living, faith and recovery, sales leadership, Sandler Sales, business ownership, med spa business, hormone replacement therapy, peptide therapy, Cell Tech MD, hiring people in recovery, second chances, mentorship, service work, overcoming adversity, Atlanta entrepreneur, Corey Berrier, Nick Jones.Subscribe to The Successful Life Podcast for more conversations on recovery, business, leadership, and personal growth. Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help more listeners find the show.https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →From Addiction to Ownership: How Chef Scott Crawford Rebuilt His Life
Apr 2100:58:12Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail In this episode of The Successful Life Podcast, Corey Berrier sits down with chef and restaurateur Scott Crawford for a direct conversation about recovery, leadership, and building a business with real standards. Scott shares how addiction nearly cost him his life, what finally pushed him to get sober, and how that decision changed everything from his creativity to his career trajectory.They talk about Scott’s journey from humble beginnings in the restaurant industry to owning multiple restaurants in Raleigh, North Carolina, including Crawford and Son, Jolie, Brodeto, Sous Terre, Crawford Brothers Steakhouse, and Crawford’s Genuine at RDU Airport. Scott also explains how he built a workplace culture centered on professionalism, safety, accountability, and team buy-in in an industry often known for chaos and substance abuse.This conversation also highlights the importance of support systems, mentorship, and giving back. Scott discusses Ben’s Friends, a support network for people in the hospitality industry, along with Healing Transitions and the work being done to help people find recovery and long-term support. This episode is a strong listen for anyone interested in sobriety, entrepreneurship, leadership, hospitality, and personal transformation.Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help more people discover the show.Learn more or support Ben’s Friends: https://www.bensfriendshope.comKey topics covered: recovery, addiction, sobriety, restaurant leadership, chef life, hospitality industry, workplace culture, entrepreneurship, Raleigh restaurants, Ben’s Friends, Healing Transitions, personal growth, team building, accountability, overcoming adversityhttps:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →From Addiction to Elite Sales Communicator | Brian Burton on Mastering Communication & Personal Transformation
Apr 1400:47:38Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of the Successful Life Podcast, host Corey Berrier sits down with Brian Burton—general manager at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, founder of Blue Collar Closer, and host of the Waste No Day Podcast.Brian shares his journey from a struggling technician to becoming a high-level communicator and sales leader in the home services industry. This conversation dives deep into sales psychology, communication mastery, and the mindset required to increase closing rates without manipulation.The episode also explores Brian’s powerful story of overcoming opioid addiction and alcohol dependency, offering insight into discipline, recovery, and personal accountability. Learn how communication, consistency, and self-awareness can transform both your career and your life.Whether you’re in sales, home services, or personal development, this episode delivers practical strategies to improve your communication skills, build trust with clients, and elevate your performance.Blue Collar Closer https://bluecollarcloser.comWaste No Day Podcast https://wastenoday.comhttps:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →Recovery, Purpose, and the Missing Piece: B Reeves on New Waters, 12-Step Discipline, and Transcendental Meditation
Apr 701:05:15Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailAfter a five-month break, Corey is back with B Reeves from New Waters Recovery for a conversation on sobriety, mental health, treatment, meditation, and purpose-driven work. B shares what New Waters Recovery actually does, from detox and residential treatment to psychological assessments, and explains why separating your job from your personal recovery is critical for long-term sobriety.Corey and B also get into the reality of working in the recovery field, the discipline required to maintain a program, and why willingness matters more than motivation. They talk in depth about transcendental meditation, how it supports peace, clarity, and conscious contact, and why both of them see it as a major part of spiritual growth. The conversation also explores second chances, employment for people in recovery, the challenges of early sobriety, and how meaningful work can help rebuild confidence and direction.This episode is a practical conversation about recovery that goes beyond quitting substances. It is about doing the work, building structure, finding purpose, and creating a life worth protecting.In this episode, Corey and B discuss:What New Waters Recovery offers beyond detox, including mental health assessments and residential treatment, why treatment and recovery are often misunderstood, how B approaches outreach, conferences, and building trusted referral relationships, the importance of not letting your job become your recovery, the concept of being a “two hatter” in recovery and treatment work, how transcendental meditation has helped both Corey and B find more peace and clarity, why meditation can be the missing piece in recovery, the difference between stopping drinking and actually learning how to live, sober curiosity, spiritual growth, and conscious contact, ibogaine, ayahuasca, and the question of shortcuts in recovery, Corey’s new mission to connect people in recovery with second-chance employers, why people in recovery often become exceptional employees, the value of structure, accountability, and willingness in long-term sobriety.https://newwatersrecovery.comhttps://newpathemployment.comhttps:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →Authenticity Beats Outcomes Every Time
Dec 500:23:57Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailEver notice how hard you grip outcomes when you’re nervous—then watch everything slip anyway? We dig into a counterintuitive truth that changed our lives: releasing control doesn’t make you careless, it makes you effective. From sobriety to sales calls, first dates to job interviews, we connect the dots between patience, presence, and authenticity—and why expectations so often become premeditated resentments.We unpack the early myth of instant transformation in recovery and replace it with practical tools: sit with discomfort, practice consistently, and let time compound. Then we map those lessons to high-pressure moments at work. After a tough call, we walk through a fast reset: debrief the objections, reframe the story, ask for help if you need it, and step into the next conversation clean. You’ll hear how a simple shift from outcome-chasing to service-first—What does this person need right now?—boosts trust, surfaces real blockers, and prevents you from carrying one loss into your next opportunity.Honesty sits at the center of all of it. We talk about shedding masks, staying the same person on and off the mic, and why misalignment breeds anxiety and churn in business and relationships. Not every prospect is your customer, not every match is your partner, and that’s okay. When you respect fit, follow a sound process, and stay present, decisions come easier—and results often improve without the pressure. We close with gratitude for this community and a reminder that asking for help is not a failure of willpower but a pathway to connection and growth.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a quick review—what outcome are you letting go of this week?https:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
Transcribe →Developing a Leadership Mindset: Gratitude, Empathy, and Human Connection
Nov 2800:31:50Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of the Successful Life Podcast, host Corey Berrier dives into the importance of gratitude, empathy, and human connection. Reflecting on the busiest plumbing day of the year, he shares personal anecdotes about reconnecting with old friends and the transformative power of gratitude. Corey explains how daily gratitude lists have shaped his positive outlook and enhanced his relationships. He discusses the significance of empathetic listening in both personal and professional settings, emphasizing how understanding others’ perspectives can improve sales and client interactions. Corey also touches on the importance of following your gut instincts and setting personal boundaries. The episode concludes with a poignant story about the fragility of life, reinforcing the need to live each day with purpose and appreciation.00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Reflections01:29 The Power of Gratitude04:26 Empathy in Sales and Life07:27 Understanding Human Behavior24:33 The Importance of Boundaries25:51 Living in the Present30:10 Conclusion and Gratitudehttps:newpathemployment.com https://www.audible.com/pd/9-Simple-Steps-to-Sell-More-ht-Audiobook/B0D4SJYD4Q?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflowhttps://www.amazon.com/Simple-Steps-Sell-More-Stereotypes-ebook/dp/B0BRNSFYG6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OSB7HX6FQMHS&keywords=corey+berrier&qid=1674232549&sprefix=%2Caps%2C93&sr=8-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreysalescoach/
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