Rebuilding trust after addiction isn’t only about earning back the trust of family and friends. It can also mean learning to trust yourself again.

In this episode of AAC Thrive: Doing Life in Recovery, Melina talks about what happens to self-trust during addiction and how it can be rebuilt through small, consistent actions in recovery. She also gets into the harder side of rebuilding relationships: what to do when loved ones still don’t trust you, why communication matters, how healthy boundaries can create a sense of safety, and why trust can’t be rushed.

If you’re working to rebuild trust in recovery—or you love someone who is—this conversation offers a practical look at what that process can actually take.

AAC Thrive: Doing Life in Recovery is a podcast from American Addiction Centers' Alumni Community, where we have honest conversations about what recovery really looks like after treatment. Subscribe for new episodes and share this one with someone who could use the reminder that recovery doesn't take a vacation.

Can you enjoy summer without putting your recovery at risk?

In this episode of AAC Thrive, we talk about navigating vacations, barbecues, weddings, and other summer events without losing sight of your recovery. Melina, one of our alumni coordinators who is in long-term recovery herself, shares practical advice for planning, setting boundaries, handling social pressure, and remembering that protecting your recovery is never something you have to apologize for.

AAC Thrive: Doing Life in Recovery is a podcast from American Addiction Centers' Alumni Community, where we have honest conversations about what recovery really looks like after treatment. Subscribe for new episodes and share this one with someone who could use the reminder that recovery doesn't take a vacation.

In this episode of AAC Thrive, Mike Diamond explores the role of gratitude, resilience, and intentional action in recovery. He challenges the idea of “luck” and explains why lasting growth comes from consistent daily choices, self-awareness, and connection with others.

Listeners will learn practical strategies for cultivating emotional resilience, celebrating small wins, and using gratitude to stay grounded while navigating life’s challenges. Whether you’re new to recovery or have years of sobriety, this episode offers insights for building a strong, sustainable, and fulfilling life.

AAC Thrive: Doing Life in Recovery is a podcast from American Addiction Centers' Alumni Community, where we have honest conversations about what recovery really looks like after treatment. Subscribe for new episodes and share this one with someone who could use the reminder that recovery doesn't take a vacation.