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Fishing Without Bait 443: Stewardship and Sobriety: Navigating Recovery with Tara From keepcomingback.net

October 29th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  25 mins 22 secs

12-step philosophy, addiction journey, alcoholics anonymous, community support, fishing without bait, higher power, hope and healing, jim ellermeyer, keepcomingback.net, life challenges, material stewardship, mindfulness, overcoming fear, personal growth, podcast guest, recovery, recovery stories, sobriety, spiritual growth, tara interview

In this insightful episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes back Tara from the KeepComingBack.net podcast. Tara discusses her mission of sharing recovery journeys through modern speaker tapes, offering listeners the chance to hear individuals’ paths to sobriety and hope. The conversation delves into deep themes of ownership and stewardship, particularly in the context of 12-step philosophy, where individuals are seen as stewards rather than owners of people and possessions. Tara opens up about balancing her material success with her higher power’s influence, viewing her resources as tools for community support rather than personal gain. They also explore the pervasive role of fear, as highlighted in the recovery journey, and how spiritual growth aids in addressing it. This episode is a profound look at shared experiences, hope, and personal growth in the recovery journey, appealing to listeners seeking encouragement and wisdom in life’s challenges.Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Fishing Without Bait 420: Conquering Challenges Through Mindfulness and Gratitude with Tara

May 6th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  21 mins 47 secs

cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional management, gratitude, mindfulness, negative thoughts, personal growth, recovery, resilience, self-love, sobriety

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in an engaging episode of "Fishing Without Bait" with guest Tara from KeepComingBack.net. This episode delves into recovery and mindfulness, showcasing Tara’s journey through managing negative thoughts and emotions effectively using cognitive behavioral techniques.

The discussion highlights the challenges and strategies related to Tara's recovery post-surgery, emphasizing the crucial role of gratitude in overcoming adversity. Tara shares personal insights on the importance of self-love and confidence, enhanced by practical advice on affirming personal truths through "I am" statements.

Whether you’re on a path of recovery or interested in mental well-being, this episode provides valuable tools for fostering resilience and gratitude.

For more enlightening stories, visit KeepComingBack.net and tune into "Fishing Without Bait" for more empowering discussions.

Fishing Without Bait 399: Back To Our Regular Scheduled Jim

October 17th, 2023  |  Season 11  |  21 mins 38 secs

Health, accept help, attitude, gratitude, hospitalization, life challenges, milestone episode, pittsburgh, podcast, recovery, self-care, trust

After an extended break, Jim Ellermeyer returns to the Fishing Without Bait podcast. He discusses dealing with a recent health issue and hospitalization. Jim emphasizes having a positive attitude, treating staff with kindness, and following medical advice. He reflects on practicing what he preaches about self-care. Jim and co-host Mike share thoughts on reacting well to life's challenges, trusting others, accepting help, and making changes. They express gratitude to listeners and preview upcoming 400th episode celebrations. The hosts promote recovery and living fully.

Fishing Without Bait 262: Gaslighting

October 6th, 2020  |  Season 11  |  20 mins 33 secs

Illuminati, Lying, Romans, denial, gaslighting, hydroxychloroquine, jewish faith, manipulation, plaquenil, recovery, the bible

Fishing Without Bait 258: Recovery from Boredom

September 1st, 2020  |  15 mins 12 secs

12 step, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, mindfulness, recovery

Jim Ellermeyer is back with Producer Mike to discuss BOREDOM.  What happens when we are left to our own thoughts when we’re making bad decisions and are surrounded by individuals that are encouraging bad decisions and are emotionally needy. How do we attach to better people and places that will help elevate us.   How do we deal with boredom and share people. 

Fishing Without Bait 207: Catching up with Mindflow Meditation

September 3rd, 2019  |  22 mins 37 secs

apeiron meditation, breathing, life change, mindflow meditation, mindfulness, pittsburgh, recovery

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Jason Marcieski of Mindflow Meditation to talk about his journey here with his rare muscular disorder, going back to meditation in his life, the realization of living in “the swirl”, Apeiron meditation, and some of the philosophies that helped him in his life.

Pittsburgh Current Podcast: Pittsburgh Recovery Walk

August 29th, 2019  |  33 mins 58 secs

addiction, pittsburgh recovery walk, recovery

We talk with Kyle Harder, Director of Business Development at Gateway Rehab and Jessica Williams, Director of Communication at the Institue for Research, Education and Training in Addictions to discuss the Pittsburgh Recovery Walk.

Fishing Without Bait 191: Ending the Cycle with Emily

May 7th, 2019  |  17 mins 32 secs

addiction, anxiety, authentic self, prison, recovery, rehabilitation

Jim Ellermeyer is joined by Emily wrap their conversation talking more about her cycle of cleaning up and jail, getting sober along with her father, snapping her out of the cycle, the things she had done because of drugs, the sense of relief one day realizing she was done, participating in her meetings, finally being able to listen to her authentic self.

Fishing Without Bait 169: Tattooed - “I Am” and “I Choose”

November 27th, 2018  |  22 mins 56 secs

Islam, allah, authentic self, christianity, hinduism, judaism, recovery

Jim Ellermeyer is here this week to talk about his new tattoos “I am” and “I choose” and the importance of those phrases and how we can trick out brain into positivity. Also, when we present quotes, and communicate the meaning to you behind them, being honest about how your day is, finding your authentic self.

Fishing Without Bait 168: Coming Out of Desperation with Joe Marchesani

November 20th, 2018  |  22 mins

Homosexuality, desperation, jesus, recovery, spiritual

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with friend and yoga instructor Joe Marchesani about how he was covering his sexuality, learning to love, self compassion, working through his recovery, the gift of desperation, and his life today.