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Welcome! Neff Inspiration is the new name for Steps To Sobriety. I am an Anaesthetist, Bestselling Author, Speaker, Show Host and an Alcoholic in recovery. I interview guests that have gone through hell and kept going. I talk to people who have had extraordinary experiences and learn from their lessons. I talk to ordinary people whose perseverance made them superheroes. This show demystifies mental health problems with the help of transparency, authenticity, humility and self-love. My guests and I explore ways how to deal with the daily challenges that life throws at us. Let’s find answers on how to live a life that is so beautiful that yesterday becomes jealous of today!
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Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Adrian Knight is an accomplished acquisition entrepreneur, adventurer, and endurance athlete.
Adrian buys and sells businesses for a living and has used his acquisition skills to build a multi-million children’s education group from the ground up in less than 3 years.
Adrian experienced a nervous breakdown at 19, which was shortly followed by alcoholism and other addictions. This led to almost a decade of him traveling the world in an attempt to run away from his inner demons. It was only when he started to be true to his authentic self and prioritized his personal development and well-being, that his life started to turn around.
This has led Adrian to experiencing fast business success while finding new aspects of himself, including that of an endurance athlete and adventurer. Subtraction of vices and going alcohol-free resulted in a true transformation.
In 2022, Adrian ran/cycled/kayaked across Scotland, then in March 23’ he participated in a multi-day endurance event in the Arctic Circle. In June 23’ he ran across Northern England and in November 23’ he is competing in the Spartan World Championships (in Sparta, Greece). In March 24’ Adrian is on a 14-day Jungle expedition across Panama.
3 Top Tips
1) Success is taking away the things that hold us back (like alcohol), rather than 'adding' new things
2) By prioristing you and your well-being above everything else, you inadvertently serve others
3) There are stages to going alcohol free, including pre-education, the lead-up, the first 30-days and beyond
Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/adrianjknight/
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
399 Clint Callahan : How To Improve Your Life in 15 Minutes a Day
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Clint Callahan is a seasoned social worker and therapist. In their 23-year career, they have effectively aided thousands of professionals in enhancing their lives and relationships. They have observed the profound positive changes in their personal life and the lives of their clients by utilizing the Small Changes, Big Impact: 1% Per Day Transformational System. It's about teaching people practical psychological tools to beat stress and burnout in just 15 minutes a day.
Clint's professional background is diversified and robust. It spans business management, program design, team collaboration, along with crisis and case management. They have worked with diverse populations and have tackled a broad spectrum of issues, such as men's issues, complications related to active/retired military personnel, trauma, HIV/AIDS, relationship problems, psychiatric disorders, and substance abuse. Their wealth of experience makes them an expert in addressing these various issues.
3 Top Tips
- box breathing
- the difference between biological fear and emotional fear
- tools to control biological fear
Social media
https://www.smallchangesbigimpact.net/info
https://www.facebook.com/smallchangesbigimpact.4u
https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigimpact.4u
https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-callahan-scbi/
#smallchangesbigimpact, #taketimeforyou, #dailychanges
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Follower of Christ, Former Fortune 100 Executive, Recovering Alcoholic and Addict. The traumas of my childhood, adolescence, and adulthood shaped my belief systems of both myself and the world around me. I used my traumas to achieve success till my traumas used me to destroy my life and that of those I loved and served. Through a profound and reliable relationship with God, the deepest self-work, and the greatest act of self-love I have ever given myself, I have broken free from my self-imposed bondage and transformed into a free Phoenix. My purpose is to serve others in walking this path to redemption, liberation, and rebirth.
3 Top Tips
1. You can't give or receive love till you believe God loves you as you are.
2. Forgiveness = Freedom
3. You are the only problem in your life and the only solution to your problem.
IG: @Tarek_Chaudhary
#addiction #recovery #Trauma #anxiety #PTSD #spirituality #deepwork #selfwork #Godfirst #transformyourlife #stepintogreatness
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
The author of love is God. In His wisdom, He placed us in a variety of circumstances that require us to find our way back to His pure love. So, what qualifies Paul Zolman to speak about love? His childhood experience of the opposite of love. From that austere beginning and the distaste it formed inside him, he searched for and eventually created a method that transformed his life from anger to loving everyone. Growing up in a family of abuse, physical touch became his preferred love style, only because of the regularity. He could almost count on it. It was consistent. He came to think that was the way to express love. But deep inside, he knew that was a twisted belief. He wanted a better life for himself, which is why he created a paradigm shift that works. In this book, you’ll find what helped Paul Zolman move from a childhood boot camp of abuse to being a person who loves everyone and can find good about anyone in any circumstance. This is truly the role of love.
3 Top Tips
1. There's hope for breaking generational transfers that disrupt life.
2. There's good in you... and there's good in them... find them both by finding it in THEM.
3. Stop listening to the negative media and start watching for all that is good in the world. It's where you'll find happiness
LINKS to SHARE with Podcast Audience:
http://www.roleoflove.com
Role Of Love Dice (@roleoflovedice) • Instagram photos and videos
Paul Zolman | Author (@paul_zolman) • Instagram photos and videos
https://www.facebook.com/roleoflovedice
https://www.facebook.com/paul.zolman.7/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulzolman/
Role of Love Dice (@roleoflovedice) / X (twitter.com)
#transformation
#happiness
#5lovelanguages
#cometochrist
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
From Pain to Purpose: How To Reclaim Your Life with Core Balance
Dr. Ryan Peebles, DPT, is not just a licensed physical therapist in California; he's a testament to the transformative power of resilience, determination, and knowledge. The creator of the Core Balance Training program, Dr. Ryan's journey began not in a clinic or classroom, but on the basketball court and the waves of California's beaches.
As a junior in high school, debilitating lower back pain robbed him of his passions: basketball and surfing. The pain persisted and intensified, casting a decade-long shadow over his life. Despite seeking help from numerous professionals and trying a myriad of treatments, from acupuncture to the Egoscue method, relief remained elusive. A chiropractor even grimly predicted a wheelchair-bound future by age 30.
However, a pivotal moment in 2010, while curled up in pain, marked a turning point. Dr. Ryan realized that his issues weren't isolated to his back; his entire body was out of balance. Determined to reclaim his life and return to surfing, he embarked on a relentless quest for knowledge. He identified muscle imbalances as the root cause of his chronic pain and began to develop a holistic approach to address it.
Seeking a deeper understanding, Dr. Ryan pursued a doctorate in physical therapy, graduating with 'High Honors' in 2015. His education, combined with his personal experience, allowed him to refine his approach. He recognized that the key to alleviating chronic pain lay in restoring the body's core balance.
Today, Dr. Ryan's Core Balance Training program has become a beacon of hope for thousands, helping them break free from the "back pain spiral." His journey from pain to purpose is not just about healing himself but empowering others to understand their bodies and reclaim their lives.
3 Top Tips
1. The Body's Interconnectedness: Discover how issues in one part of the body can impact other areas, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to pain and healing.
2. Navigating the Treatment Maze: Gain insights into the myriad of treatments available for chronic pain, their effectiveness, and how to discern which might be best suited for individual needs.
3. Empowerment through Knowledge: Learn the significance of understanding your body's unique needs and imbalances, and how this knowledge can be the first step in breaking free from the cycle of chronic pain and reclaiming an active, fulfilling life.
Social Media
Email - ryan@corebalancetraining.com
https://www.corebalancetraining.com/
https://www.facebook.com/corebalancetraining
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
With over ten years of experience in the field of helping others make transformations in life, Dr. Juan Santos is listed in the ranks of the top 3 marriage counselors in his local area. He brings new perspectives for mental health and wellness, for helping individuals and couples build empowerment and take charge of their life and relationships. He is a first-generation immigrant, originally born in the Dominican Republic and raised in North Carolina. Dr. Santos utilizes a unique mind and body-approach to teach individuals how to go from surviving to thriving in life. His work on improving your mental health and quality of life has been featured on radio, tv, magazine, and podcast. Dr. Santos has presented on topics ranging from managing anxiety to addressing workplace mental health issues at organizations, higher education spaces, and community agencies
Learning and top tips/points:
1. Listeners will learn how to identify unhealthy habits in life and their relationship.
2. Listeners will learn how to build self-awareness.
3. Listener tip: learning how to be present for yourself
Website: https://juanbsantos.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@drjuansantos
https://www.linkedin.com/in/juanbsantos/
I would love to provide your listeners with a discount to self-help courses. They can use coupon code MYSTEPSTOSOBRIETY
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
From Victim to Survivor: People of Faith Finding Empowerment after Rape and Incest
Reverend Cheryl Kincaid is a Presbyterian Minister who studied Marriage and Family Therapy at Bethel Seminary and has a Master of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary. Before entering Seminary, she taught preschool for 20 years and was a foster parent. Rev. Kincaid facilitated support groups for women who had suffered abuse for seven years.
Rev. Kincaid seeks to tell the story of God’s comforting redemptive grace amid an imperfect world. Rev. Cheryl Kincaid has twenty years of experience in Christian ministry, and she confesses that many of her stories were inspired from witnessing God’s redemptive grace unfold in wounded Christian’s lives, including her own. Pastor Cheryl is now the Head of Staff at Calvary Presbyterian Church in Enfield, Connecticut.
She is the author of five books: Hearing the Gospel Through Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol, The Little Candle That Was Frightened of the Dark, The Little Clay Pot, Karrie’s Thorn and A Forgotten Door Called Home.
10in10:
1. There's nothing that you have done or has been done to you that is beyond God's grace, and his healing and his redemption
2. Everyone's life has seasons
3. As a person of faith, you have the right to be angry.
4. Learn the difference between forgiveness and denial
5. There's a higher power in this world, and you are not him
6. God's love is there for you, even when everyone else rejects you
7. God will make a way when there seems to be no way to look for alternatives.
8. You must hand back the responsibility of your abuse to your abuser
9. I want you to forgive yourself for the bad decisions that you've made
10. you have a chance to do things better now that you know better
Social Media
https://revcherylkincaid.com/
https://dickensandchristianity.com/
amazon author page
https://www.amazon.com/author/dickensandchristianity.com
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/karriesthorn
https://www.facebook.com/revkinciad
https://www.facebook.com/TheLittleCandleThatWasFrightenedOfTheDark
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
10in10 Jason Shiers : A Groundbreaking New Approach To Mental Health & Addiction
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Join us for an inspiring talk with Jason Shiers, a Certified Transformative Coach with an impressive 25-year journey in digital creation. Jason has dedicated his career to helping individuals break free from suffering, and he's the visionary behind The Infinite Recovery Project—an innovative and groundbreaking new approach to addressing Mental Health, Addictions, Trauma, and Eating Disorders.
10in10
1. You are way more than you know
2. You can't be broken
3. How do we see that differently?
4. Your natural state is peace and happiness
5. If everything is love in disguise, everything is love in disguise
6. Suffering is really an innocent attempt to return to ourselves
7. all the answers are within
8. Slow down until your own heart experiences your body
9. We're trying to escape the present moment
10. Never give up
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Jason's wealth of experience and expertise.
Discover more about his incredible work and journey at:
Website: https://www.wideworldcoaching.com/about/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jvswwc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jason4656
Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Jason-Shiers-1
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-shiers-79170991/?originalSubdomain=uk
Friday Oct 13, 2023
10in10 Debbie Baisden: How To Rely on God When Widowed (Unfinished Tapestry)
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Debbie Baisden, mom of four boys, was widowed without warning. The depth of pain was only matched by the depth of God’s faithfulness. A former teacher, this remarried widow is a mompreneur passionate about helping women thrive.
In 2013, she co-created Momsanity, an online community seeking balance in Motherhood, Faith, Fitness and Nutrition. In 2014, she established Fit With Deb, an online health resource for Nutrition and Exercise. Described as profoundly opinionated, invitingly authentic, and downright sarcastic, her passion is uplifting others in a way that reflects Jesus. She promotes balanced living amidst chaos for busy women who love Christ.
10in10:
1. Marvel in the mundane monotony of life. You will miss it once it's gone.
2. Your worst fear may become a reality. Even if it does. God will get you through.
3. God is good, even when life is grim. He is trustworthy and faithful.
4. Pain has a purpose. Suffering produces endurance, character and hope.
5. Your divine countdown is occurring right now. Maybe you have 50 minutes. Maybe you have 50 years. What will you do? How will you live? Who will be first in your life?
6. We can trust an unknown future to an unknown God. Proverbs says she can laugh at the days to come. May we rest in the all-knowing God.
7. Faith is like a fire extinguisher encased, saved for emergency use only. How is our relationship with the Lord during pain-free times?
8. Take an accurate assessment of fault lines in your life. Address marital woes, financial struggles, and passive faith. Is there anything else before it is too late?
9. You can't stop the waves but can learn to surf.
10. Apologize. Hug. Kiss. Listen. Love and courage. Serve gifts and wear the pretty panties.
Social Media
http://www.debbiewilkinsbaisden.com
http://www.mymomsanity.com
http://www.shop.mymomsanity.com
http://www.fitwithdeb.com
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
10in10 Tom Meyers: How My Future Self Pulled Me Out Of My Depression
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
🎉 Brace yourself for an incredible episode of 'Steps to Sobriety'! We're thrilled to have Tom Meyer, the wellbeing futurist and body-centred stress coach, joining us as our special guest. Get ready for a mind-opening conversation on flourishing in body, mind, and spirit. Tune in now!
In Tom's words:
Hi, I'm Tom, and I combine my work as an osteopath and body-centred stress coach and founder and instructor of the Reaset Approach with being a well-being futurist, speaker and space enthusiast. I'm also the author of a.o. “Futurize Yourself” and "The Futures Effect". I’m based in Brussels, Belgium, and my mission is to empower people to flourish in the flow of evolution and thrive in a fast-changing, uncertain, and challenging world.
10in10:
1. Don't be scared
2. You make it through your behavior that precedes the future
3. You are not alone
4. The first step to create an image of your future is to change your story
5. The second step is to create a DNA for your future by defining the unwavering building blocks on which you can build and change your future.
6. Your behavior influences the future. So think and act consciously.
7. The body is the vehicle of your dreams, your future. So make sure you give yourself enough time to relax, Rest and recuperate and ask for help
8. Getting help before you need it is smart
https://www.futurizeyourself.com/
🌟💪 #TomMeyers #FlourishInLife #StepsToSobriety #Depression #mentalexercise #mentalhealth #Sobriety #mentalhealthawareness