Steel City Round Table Podcast
Steel City Round Table Podcast
Podcast Description
SCRT is a podcast for you the listener. We provide a platform for stories to be told without judgement. Rather we want you to come and talk about real life, real challenges, and real success. Being a recovering alcoholic with a mental health diagnosis I will always make that a priority. That being said it is not all we are about. From addiction to law enforcement to politics and family everything is up for the taking. Communication is the key and we believe strongly that our stories and those of our amazing guests can be informative as well as entertaining. Come join our family!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of themes including addiction recovery, law enforcement perspectives, mental health issues, and family dynamics. Episodes explore specific topics like navigating holiday challenges for recovering alcoholics, discussing empathy in the criminal justice system, and personal reflections on life and loss, such as the tribute to a close friend who passed away.
The Steel City Round Table is a podcast based out of Pittsburgh PA. I have one goal…having real conversations about the real deal going on in the world. I am no false prophet and don’t assume to have the answers. My name is Mark Kneebone and I am a former police officer who has made a ton of bad choices in my life and I’ve been around the block. I’m tired of the division and lack of communication I see on the daily. No one likes to talk about the ugliness in the real world. That’s not me, I want to hear what you have to say. Let’s get dirty!!
Coming up on 3 years sober and it's been a good ride. I've been working on myself and improving my mental health and life without the booze. Just when I thought I was ready for anything I got kicked in the teeth by LIFE! We fight these battles hoping we are preparing ourselves for the next rough day or difficult decision. Life becomes more ”normal” as we do the work, and we start to feel we are on the right path. Then suddenly a day, incident or situation pops up that makes us question ourselves and our strength and resolve. It doesn't have to be a death, a medical concern or anything that would be considered ”traumatic” or ”triggering.” The moment comes and trust me it's going to come, and we are floored and have our back up against the wall. We use our resources and skills but nothing helps. How can we prepare for these moments and be ready to fight back? I thought I knew and then it happened to me this past week. I was weak and in a bad place mentally. The situation had me balancing on the edge. If it would not have worked out I would have been in a very dangerous place, thinking about a drink in a way that leads nowhere good. In this episode I'm giving some more insight into my life and my battle plan, my ”Warrior Plan.” Come join me as I open up about my struggles and things that I find important in continuing down our recovery journey road. We can never prepare enough or back down, our recovery hinges on our willingness to give up the control and trust in our higher power.
Takeaways:
- When diagnosed with PTSD, it became clear why I drank.
- Recovery requires preparation for unexpected challenges.
- Having a warrior plan is essential for maintaining sobriety.
- Surround yourself with strong, supportive individuals.
- Practice coping mechanisms on good days, not just bad days.
- Recovery programs provide guidance, but the work is personal.
- Friendships formed in rehab may not last outside of it.
- We are still learning and growing in our recovery journey.
- Cherish the relationships that endure after treatment.
- A life in recovery is far more fulfilling than one in addiction.
Chapters
00:00 The Awakening: Diagnosing the Struggle
10:08 The Warrior Plan: Tools for Recovery
20:08 Surrounding Yourself with Strength
30:15 The Reality of Recovery: Bonds and Lessons
39:59 Embracing the Journey: Continuous Growth
41:35 OURTO 2025MP4.mp4
PTSD, recovery, mental health, sobriety, warrior plan, coping mechanisms, support system, addiction, AA, personal growth
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