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July 23, 2025

Think About How Far You’ve Come

You’re healing — even when no one’s watching. In this solo Season 4 opener, Daniel Nelson — your sobriety buddy — opens up about emotional recovery, past struggles with blood pressure, and the quiet power of staying the course. With calm insight and motivational clarity, this episode is a tribu…

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June 19, 2025

S03 E26 Why I Chose Me | Powerful Recovery Song for the Sober Journey…

In this empowering solo episode, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson unveils an original recovery anthem, reflecting on the courage it takes to choose yourself during the healing journey. With music, mindset, and vulnerability woven together, this episode offers a deeply personal moment of inspiration for anyo…

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June 15, 2025

S3 Bonus 15 – What If You Were Your Own Best Friend?

Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson invites listeners into a vulnerable reflection on self-compassion and inner friendship. A mindful bonus episode for anyone navigating healing, growth, or sober clarity.

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June 14, 2025

S3 Bonus 14: Breaking the Silence: Redefining Fatherhood Connections

In this bonus episode, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson joins guests Phil Masters and Jane Marie to explore the emotional disconnect many fathers experience—and why it matters. They unpack outdated expectations placed on dads, share powerful stories of unseen struggles, and introduce simple practices like t…

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June 12, 2025

S03E25: Can Mindfulness Beat the Noise Around Us?

In this introspective solo episode, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson steps into the calm within the chaos. The world’s loud. Your phone won’t shut up. And yet—somehow—we’re supposed to hear ourselves think. This episode explores how mindfulness isn’t silence for silence’s sake… it’s how we reclaim our in…

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June 11, 2025

S3 Bonus 13: Can Writing Help You Heal from Addiction?

Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson explores how writing can become more than reflection—it can be recovery. This bonus episode dives into journaling, expressive writing, and creative expression as tools for emotional clarity and sober healing. Whether it’s pen to paper or notes app confessions, this one’s for…

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June 11, 2025

S3 Bonus 12 The Sound of Change: Unlocking a New Range in Life

In this sonic deep dive, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson explores how we often silence parts of ourselves to stay safe or accepted. But what happens when you start to reclaim that range—vocally, emotionally, spiritually? This reflective bonus episode unpacks the brave (and sometimes shaky) process of tunin…

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June 6, 2025

S03 E24 Overthinking While Driving: Emotional Fatigue & Finding Menta…

You ever catch yourself overthinking mid-commute, replaying conversations or rewriting your future through the windshield? In this solo reflection, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson unpacks what it means to feel emotionally drained while doing something as automatic as driving. It’s not just about the road—i…

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May 29, 2025

S03 E23 – The Habit Shift: How Small Changes Make Life Unstoppable

In this compact but powerful drop, Daniel “ThaBudd” Nelson explores how the smallest tweaks in behavior can trigger massive internal shifts. Whether it's how you breathe, what you speak, or how you respond to stress, each micro-choice stacks into something unstoppable. With personal storytelling an…

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May 25, 2025

S3 Bonus 11 Memorial Day Strength: 3 Steps to Stay Sober & Focused

S3 Bonus 11 – Memorial Day Strength: 3 Steps to Stay Sober & Focused In this special Memorial Day bonus episode, Daniel Thabudd Nelson shares 3 powerful steps to help you stay sober, grounded, and emotionally strong during high-trigger holidays. Whether you're honoring loved ones, managing grief…

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May 15, 2025

S03 E22: Lighten the Load: Amplify Joy, Silence Stress

S3 Bonus 11 – Memorial Day Strength: 3 Steps to Stay Sober & Focused In this Memorial Day bonus episode, Daniel Thabudd Nelson shares three intentional steps to help you stay grounded, sober, and emotionally balanced through high-trigger holidays. Whether you’re navigating grief, pressure, or choos…

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May 13, 2025

S3 Bonus 10 – Burning Bridges and Building Trust: A Sober Conversation

S3 Bonus 10 – Burning Bridges and Building Trust: A Sober Conversation What does it truly mean to burn a bridge—and when might it be the first step toward healing? In this reflective bonus episode, Daniel explores the tensions between confrontation and compassion, honesty and self-preservation. Wit…

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May 10, 2025

Season 3, Bonus 9: The Watchers, The Workers & The Wake-Up Call: Who’…

🛠️ S3 Bonus 9 – The Watchers, The Workers & The Wake-Up Call: Who’s Really Leading Change? When helpers go unseen and leaders go silent, who holds the line? In this no-holds-barred episode, Daniel Thabudd Nelson joins the Sobriety Crew for an unfiltered roundtable on emotional labor, burnout, and t…

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May 9, 2025

S03 E21: What’s Your New Therapy? Healing Beyond the Usual

What if healing isn’t a one-size-fits-all? In this episode, Daniel Thabudd Nelson and the Sobriety Crew challenge the myth of cookie-cutter recovery—unpacking emotional shutdown, forgiveness fatigue, and tech-powered healing with raw honesty. 💭 You’ll learn: • How “denial listening” sabotages co…

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May 2, 2025

Season 3, Bonus 8: Mastering Your First Upload: A Beginner’s Guide to…

S3 Bonus 8 – Mastering Your First Upload: A Beginner’s Guide to YouTube Strategy Whether you're a first-time creator, a business owner going digital, or a parent supporting a young voice, this bonus masterclass demystifies the YouTube upload process. Daniel Thabudd Nelson and Chucky Chip of the Sob…

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May 2, 2025

S03 E20: Firewall Down – Firewall Down: When Trust Breaks, Growth Beg…

When trust breaks, your peace is on the front line. In this episode, Daniel Thabudd Nelson and the Sobriety Crew go deep into emotional sabotage—exposing how silence, blame-shifting, and “concern” can be covert weapons against your growth. 💣 Topics include: Weaponized trust and emotional tria…

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April 28, 2025

S02 E25: Invest in Yourself: Sobriety, Resilience & the Path to Stren…

S02 E25 – Invest in Yourself: Sobriety, Resilience & the Path to Strength When healing feels heavy and the path forward blurs, this episode is your reset. Daniel “Thabudd” Nelson returns with a soul-centered message about choosing growth, practicing daily resilience, and investing in yourself even …

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April 26, 2025

Season 3, Bonus 7: Success Unlocked: Sobriety Secrets & the Power of …

Join the Sobriety Crew—Jane Marie, Chucky Chip, and Marcus the Motivator—in this special bonus episode of Absolutely Focused Radio . They share empowering affirmations and insights from 77 Affirmations for Sobriety , offering...

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April 25, 2025

Season 3, Bonus 6: Google Beatbox Mode Exposed: Tech Wisdom from Chuc…

🎧 Ever asked Google to beatbox? Let Chucky Chip , your Tech on Deck from the Sobriety Crew , show you how to bring the bars out of your smart assistant. 😂🎤 🗣️ Just say: "Hey Google, beatbox." And boom — Google turns into your...

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April 24, 2025

S03 E19: Finding Strength in Sobriety: Healing, Hope & Honest Convers…

In this episode of Absolutely Focused Radio , Daniel Nelson your sobriety buddy, is joined by Jane Marie, Chucky Chip, and Marcus the Motivator to explore recovery, parenting, and personal growth. They unpack mental health st...

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April 18, 2025

S03 E18: 7 Days of Self-Worth: The Sobriety Crew Edition

In this special episode of The Sobriety Crew Podcast on Absolutely Focused Radio, we guide you through 7 powerful days of affirmations to reclaim your strength, deepen your self-worth, and empower your sobriety journey. With ...

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April 17, 2025

S03 E17: When Growth Gets Quiet: Embracing Progress at Your Own Pace

In this powerful episode of Absolutely Focused Radio , Daniel Thabudd Nelson and the Sobriety Crew explore the silence that follows elevation. When you grow, the noise fades — but so do certain people. Learn how to spot DSR b...

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April 10, 2025

S03E16: Trust, Torn and Mended: Rebuilding After Betrayal

In Episode 16 of Absolutely Focused Radio , host Daniel Thabudd Nelson brings the truth about betrayal, healing, and rebuilding trust. Featuring: 🔹 Jane Marie with facts on relapse, identity, and emotional resilience 🔹 Chucky...

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April 3, 2025

S03 E15: Tiny Moves, Big Waves: The Power of Small Changes

Discover how micro shifts —tiny, consistent actions—can lead to massive personal transformation. Daniel Thabudd Nelson and the Sobriety Crew share practical tips, real-life insights, and motivation to help you level up in you...

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