RRP EXTRA 40: Peter and Julie's Gratitude and Native American Heritage Day

Reflecting on Recovery, Community, and Native American Heritage Day

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On today’s show of the Real Recovery Podcast, we bring you an extra! The Real Recovery Podcast is taking time for the holidays, so there’s no regular episode this week. Instead, we’re reflecting on gratitude, family, and the importance of connection during Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day. Peter and Julie share heartfelt moments from their year, the impact of the podcast, and highlight episodes featuring Indigenous voices and traditions.

Share with your Friends & Family

As part of Native American Heritage Day and Gratitude Month, we encourage you to explore these powerful stories from our podcast:

• Jerrod Murray: Reclaiming Identity and Healing Through Indigenous Practices at Painted Horse Recovery.
  • Listen: https://mdcr1.com/27
  • Blog: https://mdcr1.com/27b
• Melissa Hereford: Overcoming Generational Trauma and Addiction as a Two-Spirited Native American with 4D Hillsboro.
  • Listen: https://mdcr1.com/32
  • Blog: https://mdcr1.com/32b
• Kristina Padilla: Embracing Diversity at the Out In Recovery Conference.
  • Listen: https://mdcr1.com/361
  • Blog: https://mdcr1.com/361b

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Make a Difference

As we look ahead, we’re excited to continue amplifying recovery voices in 2025. With Giving Tuesday on December 3rd, your generosity can help us reach our goal of being fully funded to expand our impact.

• Donate: https://donate.realrecoverypodcast.com
• Supporters Page: https://support.realrecoverypodcast.com

Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we’ll continue sharing stories that inspire, heal, and unite.

#RealRecoveryPodcast #GratitudeMonth #GivingTuesday #NativeAmericanHeritageDay #RecoveryCommunity

Show Notes:

Podcast Show Notes: RRP EXTRA 40: Peter and Julie's Gratitude and Native American Heritage Day
Title: RRP EXTRA 40: Peter and Julie's Gratitude and Native American Heritage Day
Presenters: Peter and Julie
Length: 1 hour
Links to Websites:

• Donate: https://donate.realrecoverypodcast.com
• Supporters Page: https://support.realrecoverypodcast.com
• Jerrod Murray’s Episode: Listen https://mdcr1.com/27, Blog https://mdcr1.com/27b
• Melissa Hereford’s Episode: Listen https://mdcr1.com/32, Blog https://mdcr1.com/32b
• Kristina Padilla’s Episode: Listen https://mdcr1.com/361, Blog https://mdcr1.com/361b

Key Points:

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Reflecting on gratitude, Native American Heritage Day, and the podcast journey.
• [00:02:00] Thanksgiving Reflections: Peter and Julie share personal stories of gratitude and the importance of chosen family.
• [00:06:00] Highlighting Native Voices: Discussion about Jerrod Murray (Painted Horse Recovery), Melissa Hereford (4D Hillsboro), and Kristina Padilla (Out in Recovery Conference).
• [00:10:00] Gratitude for Recovery Stories: Sharing the impact of podcast guests’ openness and vulnerability.
• [00:15:00] Giving Tuesday and Donations: Encouragement to support the Real Recovery Podcast through donations.

Summary:
In this heartfelt holiday episode, Peter and Julie reflect on the year’s successes, challenges, and moments of gratitude, while honoring Native American Heritage Day. They highlight impactful episodes featuring Indigenous voices, including Jerrod Murray’s journey with Painted Horse Recovery, Melissa Hereford’s work with 4D Hillsboro, and Kristina Padilla’s insights from the Out in Recovery Conference. Peter and Julie also share personal stories about chosen family, recovery, and the importance of gratitude.
Conclusion:
Peter and Julie express their deep gratitude to listeners, guests, and partners for their ongoing support and invite everyone to contribute during Giving Tuesday to sustain the Real Recovery Podcast’s mission of sharing inspiring recovery stories.
Hashtags: #RealRecoveryPodcast #GratitudeMonth #GivingTuesday #NativeAmericanHeritageDay #RecoveryCommunity