Better Life In Recovery

11/11/2025

In this episode, host David Stoecker dives into The Locker Room — a powerful analogy for life, recovery, and personal growth. Whether you’re new to recovery, supporting someone who is, or a professional in the mental health field, this episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to live your best life.

Discover how to build your recovery team — your higher power, your coach, your teammates, and your game plan — so you can move from surviving to thriving.

Because recovery isn’t just real — it’s amazing. 💪✨

https://youtu.be/wCtWmwLts-M

If you are looking for recovery resources, please visit our site at www.betterlifeinrecovery.com

Welcome to Better Life in Recovery – Hope Dealer Movement! In this episode, host David Stoecker dives into The Locker Room — a powerful analogy for life, rec...

11/10/2025

We would love to see you this week. Join us for a class, group or event. Recovery is better when we do it together.
Mon 11/10
5:45pm BCOR(J)
6pm GOOD DADS(F)
7pm CA(Js)
Tues 11/11
11am Smart Recovery(F)
5:30pm-/6:45pm MENS(J)/WOMENS(F)
5:30pm Faith-Based(F)
Wed 11/12
7am-8am NA Elevated Ambition (F)
10am Burrell ACT
6:30pm Wednesday Worship
8:30pm-10pm NA - No Matter What (F)
Thurs 11/13
11am-12pmCoed Group
5:30pm/6:45pm Mens(J)/Womens(F)
Fri 11/14
6:30pm-7:30pm Recovery Enhancement(J)
6pm Youth CA (F)
7:00pm NA- The She Group Meeting(F)
10:00pm-11:30pm NA - No Matter What (F)
Sat 11/15
12pm NA - No Matter What (F)
11:00am- 3:00pm Oxford House (F) 2nd Saturday of every month
5pm Sanctuary Church
6:30pm-8:00pm NA-Elevated Ambition (F)
Sun 11/16
9am-12pm Eternal Redemption Church (J)
12pm-3pm Eternal Redemption Church Fellowship Dinner- 4th Sunday of every month(J)

11/04/2025

Are you ready to transform lives—starting with your own? In this episode of the Better Life & Recovery – Hope Dealer Movement podcast, David Stoecker shares powerful lessons from national trainings on community organizing and the core traits every recovery leader needs.

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting a loved one, or working in the mental-health field, you’ll learn why listening matters more than lecturing, how to set SMART recovery goals, and why empathy, integrity, and strategy create lasting change.

Recovery is real—and amazing. Discover how to build a stronger community and a stronger you.

https://youtu.be/5KCD2yM4--Q

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⏱️ Chapters / Timecodes

0:00 – Welcome & why this podcast exists
1:18 – Lessons from national community-organizing training
6:40 – The power of listening over lecturing
11:55 – Recovery enhancement vs. relapse prevention
16:30 – 8 Key Attributes of a Community Organizer
24:05 – Empathy & unconditional positive regard
31:10 – Lifelong learning and strategic thinking
39:20 – Setting SMART (Recovery) Goals
47:55 – Passion, persistence & building the right team
55:10 – Integrity and doing the right thing when no one’s watching
1:02:00 – Final encouragement: start small, stay steady

Are you ready to transform lives—starting with your own? In this episode of the Better Life & Recovery – Hope Dealer Movement podcast, David Stoecker shares ...

11/03/2025

We would love to see you this week. Here are all the groups, classes and events happening this week:

Mon 11/03
5:45pm BCOR(J)
6pm GOOD DADS(F)
7pm CA(Js)

Tues 11/04
11am Smart Recovery(F)
5:30pm-/6:45pm MENS(J)/WOMENS(F)
5:30pm Faith-Based(F)

Wed 11/05
7am-8am NA Elevated Ambition (F)
10am Burrell ACT
6:30pm Wednesday Worship
8:30pm-10pm NA - No Matter What (F)

Thurs 11/06
11am-12pmCoed Group
5:30pm/6:45pm Mens(J)/Womens(F)

Fri 11/07
6:30pm-7:30pm Recovery Enhancement(J)
6pm Youth CA (F)
7:00pm NA- The She Group Meeting(F)
10:00pm-11:30pm NA - No Matter What (F)

Sat 11/08
12pm NA - No Matter What (F)
11:00am- 3:00pm Oxford House (F) 2nd Saturday of every month
5pm Sanctuary Church
6:30pm-8:00pm NA-Elevated Ambition (F)

Sun 11/09
9am-12pm Eternal Redemption Church (J)
12pm-3pm Eternal Redemption Church Fellowship Dinner- 4th Sunday of every month(J)

11/03/2025

As we acknowledge , let’s shine a light on the urgent need to address, end, and prevent homelessness among people living with mental or substance use disorders, and support those affected. Learn more: samhsa.gov/homelessness-programs-resources

10/30/2025

Here are some resources for food as we know November SNAP may not be distributed due to the government shutdown. If you are aware of additional resources, please share them in the comments. Now is the time to help our neighbors and our community.

10/30/2025

Recovery is real and possible. Today, check out Heather's story.

Heather's story begins with a lot of abuse and mental illness that led to her substance use. Check out her story on how she broke out of the cycle of using to maintain her mental illness. There are many stories like Heather's where unaddressed trauma and mental illness can lead to a life of using su...

10/29/2025

Every day I wake up and ask myself am I mad. I hope that you would do the same thing. I challenge you to do it. I want to start a movement, with this simple question, "Are you M.A.D.? Are you Making A Difference?

This isn't about being angry, instead it's doing something about whatever I am mad about. I get mad about a lot of situations, especially when it comes to dealing with substance use, mental health issues, stigma and recovery. That's why we established the Springfield Recovery Community Center - so we can attempt to make a difference every day.

So today, and for the rest of your life I challenge you to ask yourself this question every day, "Am I M.A.D.?" Are you making a difference? If you are living your life to be better and help those around you become better you are doing something right.

People, I implore you to make a difference in someone's life!! If something angers you, use that anger as fuel to give you the passion and energy needed to make that situation different. Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and advocate for someone. Stick up for the disadvantaged, stand up to the bully when he attacks others. Don't talk about change, be the change!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

After all, if you don't do it who will?

10/28/2025

Recovery is more than just staying “clean.” In this powerful episode of Better Life in Recovery, David Stoecker shares how pro-social activities—fun, purpose-driven events in the community—build a life you never want to escape. From float trips and service projects to changing public perception, discover why recovery is amazing and how to keep it that way.

✅ Who this helps:
• Anyone in or seeking recovery
• Family & friends supporting a loved one
• Mental health & substance use professionals

https://youtu.be/mmd_67x-zd4

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Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Purpose of the Podcast
02:15 – What “Pro-Social Activities” Mean in Recovery
07:48 – Why Community & Purpose Matter More Than Abstinence
15:10 – Breaking Stigma: Recovery Out Loud
22:40 – Building Real Friendships & Support Networks
31:55 – Finding Mentors and Staying Inspired
40:22 – Inclusive Recovery: Many Pathways, One Goal
48:05 – Challenge: Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
55:30 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect

Links & Resources
🌐 Website: https://betterlifeinrecovery.com

📱 Facebook: Better Life in Recovery
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Recovery is more than just staying “clean.” In this powerful episode of Better Life in Recovery, David Stoecker shares how pro-social activities—fun, purpose...

10/26/2025

Join us for one of our groups or classes this week. We can't wait to see you!

Mon 10/27
5:45pm BCOR(J)
6pm GOOD DADS(F)
7pm CA(Js)

Tues 10/28
11am Smart Recovery(F)
5:30pm-/6:45pm MENS(J)/WOMENS(F)
5:30pm Faith-Based(F)

Wed 10/29
7am-8am NA Elevated Ambition (F)
10am Burrell ACT
6:30pm Wednesday Worship
8:30pm-10pm NA - No Matter What (F)

Thurs 10/30
11am-12pmCoed Group
5:30pm/6:45pm Mens(J)/Womens(F)

Fri 10/31
6:30pm-7:30pm Recovery Enhancement(J)
6pm Youth CA (F)
7:00pm NA- The She Group Meeting(F)
10:00pm-11:30pm NA - No Matter What (F)

Sat 11/01
12pm NA - No Matter What (F)
11:00am- 3:00pm Oxford House (F) 2nd Saturday of every month
5pm Sanctuary Church
6:30pm-8:00pm NA-Elevated Ambition (F)

Sun 11/02
9am-12pm Eternal Redemption Church (J)
12pm-3pm Eternal Redemption Church Fellowship Dinner- 4th Sunday of every month(J)

10/24/2025

Your path to recovery starts here. We meet you where you are at. Call, stop by our center or attend a group or event. Just take that first step, we are here for you!