Valiant Living Men's Recovery Program

01/19/2026

Sometimes the bravest thing is moving forward without knowing how it will turn out.

In this moment, Grace shares how taking a step while still afraid led her to the support she needed.

This conversation is about courage, trust, and healing over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide at
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01/16/2026

There is no such thing as a perfect or “functional” family.

In this moment, Grace explains how healing began when her family became willing to acknowledge the mess and talk honestly about how they were feeling.

This conversation is about growth, honesty, and doing the work over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide at
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01/15/2026

Many men believe they should be able to overcome addiction through effort alone.
When relapse continues despite sincere attempts, it is not a character flaw. It is a sign that deeper support is needed.
We recently published an article explaining when willpower isn’t enough and how professional treatment helps men build lasting recovery.

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Learn when to seek addiction treatment for men, why willpower alone often fails, and how professional support helps men break cycles and build lasting recovery.

01/14/2026

Recovery is not about rushing forward.
It is about learning how to slow down, stay grounded, and take the next right step.

At our Foxfield PHP house, the labyrinth is a space for reflection and movement. A reminder that healing happens one step at a time and that every step matters.

Whether you are walking this journey yourself or supporting someone you love, you are not alone.

01/14/2026

Boundaries can carry grief, not just resolve.

In this moment, Grace shares how difficult it was to set a boundary during college move-in, holding both love and hurt at the same time.

This conversation is about honesty, grief, and healing over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide at
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01/13/2026

For many men, addiction functions as a way to escape uncomfortable emotions.
Recovery requires learning emotional regulation. Not suppressing feelings, but developing the ability to experience them without reacting or escaping.

We recently published an article explaining why emotional regulation is essential in men’s addiction recovery and how learning this skill supports long-term healing.

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Emotional regulation in addiction recovery helps men tolerate feelings without escaping into compulsive behaviors. Learn how regulation skills support long-term recovery.

01/12/2026

Setting a boundary does not mean you stop caring.
It means you start protecting yourself.

In this moment, Grace shares how she named a clear boundary during one of the most painful seasons of her life, choosing to put her own wellbeing first.

This conversation is about honesty, self-protection, and healing over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide at
valiantliving.com/episode53

01/09/2026

Many men in recovery struggle with sleep and assume it’s something they just need to push through.

In reality, poor sleep weakens emotional regulation, increases cravings, and raises relapse risk.

We recently published an article explaining why sleep is essential in addiction recovery and how rest protects long-term stability.

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Sleep and addiction recovery are closely linked. Learn how poor sleep increases relapse risk and why rest is essential for emotional regulation and stability in men’s recovery.

01/09/2026

Sometimes the boundary is simple, even when it feels impossible.

In this moment, Grace explains why treatment became the line for relationship, and how support from family and a trusted therapist helped her hold that boundary with courage.

This conversation is about clarity, support, and healing over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide at
valiantliving.com/episode53

01/09/2026

The first Valiant ski trip of the season was a win on every level.

Fresh powder. New skills. A lot of laughter.

Our beginners showed up with courage and left with confidence, guided by steady leadership and a willingness to try something new. Snowboarding lessons, first runs, and a few natural athletes emerging along the way.

That V in the photo says it all.
Valiant.
Victory.

Victory over fear. Victory in showing up. Victory in choosing growth and recovery, one run at a time.

Days like this remind us why experiential, outdoor moments matter so much in recovery. Nature has a way of teaching resilience, presence, and perseverance without saying a word.

Real connection. Real progress. One moment at a time.

01/07/2026

Many men feel frustrated in early recovery when anxiety, cravings, or emotional volatility persist.

Often, this is not a failure of effort, but a sign that the body is still healing.

Nutrition plays a powerful role in addiction recovery through the gut–brain axis, supporting emotional regulation and nervous system stability.

We recently published an article explaining why nutrition matters in men’s recovery and how it supports long-term healing.

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Nutrition for addiction recovery supports emotional regulation, cravings, and nervous system health. Learn how repairing the gut–brain axis strengthens men’s recovery.

01/07/2026

When a parent enters treatment, the whole family feels it.

In this moment from today’s episode, Grace explains what it was like to live through crisis and why she chose to set a boundary during one of the most important weekends of her life.

This conversation is about courage, honesty, and healing over time.

Watch the full episode and download the free guide for young adults and families at
valiantliving.com/episode53