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We want to hear your story. Recovery is not a one size fits all approach. You are the expert of your life and have so much to offer to others. Grab a seat, share your story, and let us learn from your resilience.

All are welcome. No matter where you are in your recovery or life journey OR what your role is - if you are seeking services, if you are a loved one of someone experiencing addiction, or if you are a mental health provider - you're in the right place.

Your story. Your recovery. Your resilience. All of these are your power. If you feel like it's the right time, please share your story, we would love to listen.

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#CircleOfChairs #WomenInRecovery #RecoveryIsForEveryone #SoberLife #addictionsupport

How’s everyone feeling about the new year? ✨

Are your goals still fresh, or are you starting to feel the mid-January slump? 💭

If you’re ready to set goals you can actually stick to, I’ve got you covered! 🎯

My FREE SMART Goal Guide is here to help you create meaningful, achievable goals for your recovery and beyond. Let’s make 2025 the year of real change! 🌟

Download yours here --> https://www.carolinebeidler.com/smartgoalguide
Let’s do this together! 💪

#SMARTGoals #CircleOfChairs #NewYearNewMe #RecoveryJourney #GoalSetting #2025Goals #WomenInRecovery #NewYearsResolutions

Books that move us, shape us, and stay with us—here are my top reads of 2024! 📚✨

From grief and faith to the secrets of trees, these gems inspired me to write, grow, and deepen my journey. 💡

If you haven’t read these yet, consider adding them to your 2025 reading list! 🌟 Titles like Even After Everything by Stephanie Duncan Smith and The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben might just transform the way you see the world. 🌲

What were your favorite reads this year? Share below—I’d love to hear! 🖤

#BestBooks2024 #ReadingList #2025Goals #FaithAndGrowth #RecoveryReads

Even when it is so hard to trust the good after so much hurt, goodness can still persist. God’s endurance in our journeys and through our traumas and shames allows us to feel renewed and refreshed when his presence shines through in unexpected ways.
I did not always feel like that would be possible, and I still sometimes can have my doubts as I journey through recovery. If this feels like something you’re experiencing, let’s connect on Substack! You can also check out my books and guided journals.

#RecoveryJourney #SobrietySupport #CircleOfChairs #WomenInRecovery #SoberLife

🙏🏼Ready to go deeper with your recovery in 2025?

Register now to join today and Tuesdays this month for a live book club talking about my latest book with The Center of Addiction & Faith 🎉

You Are Not Your Trauma, you are so much more 💕

🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtd-mrrjwjGNCKNuHLrpXf4m-1gU1T0bV5#/registration

Sometimes, healing isn’t just about the work we do alone—it’s about the quiet strength we inherit and share with those who walked this journey before us.

My mother and I have both carried our burdens, but together, we’ve learned that they can transform into something greater. 💙

Read more on my substack, Circle Of Chairs!

#CircleOfChairs #MotherDaughter #HealingJourney #Recovery #StrengthInFamily #Growth

YOU are invited to apply to be a featured speaker at the fourth annual International Women’s Day Global Recovery Event, which will take place virtually on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST.

🩷Are you passionate about women's recovery?

🩷Do you want to help elevate conversations about women's recovery, reduce stigma, and increase community awareness?

Please consider this opportunity to contribute to a global conversation on women’s recovery and help us make a meaningful impact.

If you are interested in learning more about applying to speak at this year's event. Send me a DM!

Thank you for considering this invitation and we can't wait to celebrate women's recovery with you on International Women's Day!

#InternationalWomensDay2025 #womensrecovery #recoverycollectiveonline

Have questions about mental health, addiction recovery, or navigating life’s challenges? I’m here to provide answers and support.

Head over to Circle of Chairs on Substack to connect with me, ask your questions, and explore resources for healing and growth. Let’s navigate this journey together.

#AskMeAnything #RecoveryJourney #CircleOfChairs #MentalHealthSupport #AddictionRecovery

It's time!!!

I am thrilled to invite you to attend the fourth annual International Women’s Day Global Recovery Event, which will take place virtually on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST.

Registration is opening soon and this year, we are doing something NEW 🤩

This event brings together voices from around the world to amplify women's experiences in recovery and recovery advocacy. This year we are having an open call for speakers, welcoming new partner organizations, and simplifying the process for getting involved!

💐The International Women’s Day Global Recovery Event is a unique platform dedicated to raising awareness of the intersecting issues specific to women’s addiction and mental health recovery. Our goals are to highlight the global impact of women’s recovery journeys, promote the significance of storytelling in reducing stigma, and provide practical ways for attendees to make a difference in their local communities.💐

This year, we will also have a LIVE event, along with local events near you. Host a watch party and the IWD team will help you plan your local event.

🩷Registration is opening soon!

🩷Call for speakers is open now (DM for details)

🩷Save the date - you aren't going to want to miss this!

#InternationalWomensDay2025 #womeninrecovery #recoverycollectiveonline

Healing isn’t a mystery or reserved for a select few. It’s a daily choice—a chance to embrace our full story, even the painful parts, and grow beyond them. Sometimes, the next right thing is showing up, feeling, or being open to starting again.

Let’s keep choosing recovery, one step at a time. 💛

#RecoveryIsForEveryone #HealingJourney #NextRightThing #CircleOfChairs

Most people stop their New Year’s resolutions by the second week of January—but that doesn’t have to be us this year. 🙅‍♀️

If you’re ready to set goals that stick, my 2025 SMART Goal Guide is here to help.

This guide is specifically designed to help you set goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—perfect for addiction and mental health recovery or any area of growth you're working on.

Let’s approach the new year with excitement, faith, and hope, not hesitation or fear. Head over to my Substack Circle of Chairs or visit carolinebeidler.com/smartgoalguide to download it now.

Together, we can make 2025 the year we finish what we start. 💪✨

#SMARTGoals #RecoveryJourney #NewYearGoals #MentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #GoalSetting #CircleOfChairs #WomenInRecovery

🥳TODAY I celebrate 14 years living in recovery! 🥳

✏I share this milestone with you because I want you to know that another way of life is possible.

✨The past years have been a journey into deeper healing in my recovery and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to find more freedom and more peace. With this healing, I've also been able to discover new ways to be of service and share recovery.

➡To help me celebrate this year, will you pay it forward? Send me a DM and I'll share details about how to get a signed copy of my latest book for a friend. A good friend told me once "We hold on to recovery when we give it away."

Thank you for inspiring me every day to keep going.

With hope for your recovery,
Caroline

On New Year’s Eve in 1999, my friends found me in a basement bathroom having a seizure caused by overdose.

I was seventeen.

That night was a turning point in my journey, though I’d continue to struggle with substance use for another decade.

That night, I have come back to again and again as a reminder of the way we can be saved. The way even a glimmer of light in the darkness can point towards a new way.

Where ever you are on your journey or whatever tough things or traumas you’ve experienced, know this:

Our darkest moments can propel us into our destiny, into a new way of being that is more than we ever could have asked for or imagined.

“You, LORD, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.“

- Ps. 18:28 🕯️

Remember Friends, Recovery is for everyone. It's not reserved for some—it’s for you too. Don’t let this lie keep you stuck.

Have you ever believed this? Share your thoughts below. 💬👇

#RecoveryIsForEveryone #YouAreNotYourTrauma #HealingJourney #CircleOfChairs

Sometimes we expect God to show up exactly how and when we feel He should. When that doesn’t happen, we can feel abandoned by Him in times of hurt.

Comparison is a natural, human experience. It is also a thief of joy. When we focus on what we are lacking, we overlook that which we do have. God shows up in different ways for each and every one of us, whether we come from families that are sturdy like oak trees or families slow to grow and low to the ground.

Ready to read more? Check out my book, You Are Not Your Trauma- Link In bIo!

#CircleOfChairs #addictionrecovery #womeninrecovery

Life's valley seasons can feel heavy, like we're stuck in the down moments. But remember, the highs always follow the lows. Keep your faith, take one step at a time, and trust the process. 🌱

Have you been through a valley season? Share your experience in the comments – let's encourage each other. 💬👇 #YouAreNotYourTrauma #HolidaySurvival #RecoveryJourney #CircleOfChairs

Sometimes, we’re our own biggest obstacle. 💡

Recovery isn’t just about breaking free from unhealthy habits—it’s about breaking free from unhealthy mindsets.

Swipe through to see how letting go of pride, perfectionism, and overthinking can set you free.

Which one resonates with you the most? 💬 Let me know in the comments!

#CircleOfChairs #SupportEachOther #YouAreNotAlone #TogetherWeRecover
#RecoveryCommunity #SoberLife #WomenInRecovery

When we have survived such heavy things, it is hard to trust the permanency of the good.

We have gotten so good at protecting ourselves from anything that can open old wounds or inflict new ones that we have a hard time accepting the peace, joy, and love we are so deserving of.

My book, You Are Not Your Trauma, takes a deeper dive into how to trust the new and the good while conquering the pain of the past.

Don’t forget to check out my substack articles for more resources and information!

#CircleOfChairs #soberLife #womeninrecovery #addictionrecovery

What if gratitude feels like an ocean away? 🌊

This season can hold grief, longing, and unmet hopes alongside moments of joy. It’s okay to feel it all. 💛

Swipe through for a reminder: you’re not alone, and you don’t have to force gratitude when it’s hard to find.

Read more on Circle of Chairs and join the conversation. [Link in bio!]

#HolidaySeason #GriefAndGratitude #CircleOfChairs #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthMatters #womeninrecovery #SoberLife #SoberHolidays

The holidays can be stressful, but we don’t have to face it alone. Leaning on our community—whether family, friends, or recovery groups—can make all the difference.

Connection is the antidote to overwhelm. Let’s support each other and make space for what truly matters this season. 💛

Who’s in your corner? Tag someone you rely on during tough times and let them know how much they mean to you. Let’s celebrate the connections that keep us grounded.

#HealingJourney #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #CircleOfChairs #SoberLife #soberholidays

Holidays can be magical, but they can also bring up old triggers and tough emotions. Family gatherings, memories, and expectations—it’s a lot to navigate.

In this season of joy and challenges, I want to remind you: it’s okay to feel what you’re feeling. Take a breath, set boundaries, and prioritize your peace. You’ve got this. 💛

How are you navigating the season? Share your thoughts in the comments or read more on Circle of Chairs.

#HealingJourney #AnxietySupport #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #CircleOfChairs #SoberLiving

The holidays can be tricky for loved ones in addiction recovery. 🫶

Want to avoid awkward moments and foster healthier connections this season?

Swipe for a quick list of what NOT to say (and why).

For the full article with more tips and thoughtful guidance, head over to my Substack, Circle of Chairs. 💻✨ [Link in bio!]

Let’s make this holiday season a little less awkward and a whole lot healthier.

#AddictionRecovery #HolidaySupport #CircleOfChairs #RecoveryJourney #Sober #Soberlife #WomenInRecovery

Hello Friends!

Tonight, I’m launching Circle of Chairs Chat, an informal gathering where we’ll dive into mental health and recovery topics.

I’m so excited to have my mom, Diana Dalles, MSSW, joining me as we explore family and forgiveness—two words that have played a huge role in my own healing journey.

We’ll share stories, laugh, and create space for meaningful conversation.

Hope you are all free tonight, December 19th at 8pm EST, to come join us live! 💬

Check out my latest Substack article for all the meeting details and a sneak peek into the conversation.

#circleofchairs #soberlife #soberholidays #womeninrecovery

Only ONE more day!!!
Join our monthly chat with special guest, Diana Dalles, MSSW, including never-before-disclosed details about myself. A heartfelt conversation between us as mother and daughter discussing family and forgiveness. This can especially hit home for a lot of us during the holiday season, so we’ll also provide tips and tools!

Get in your coziest chair, hop on zoom this Thursday December 19th 2024, and share in our circle. We can’t wait to meet you!

check out my Substack for sneak peeks and more information!

✍️ “Don’t wait to get to the good stuff. Lead off with it.”

- from the first draft of my latest book

#writerlife #authorsofinstagram📚

Hello Friends☺️💖This holiday season, let’s take some time to prepare ourselves for the joys and the hurts that can come up during this time with my team’s Holiday Thrive Guide, focusing on 5 ways to have a healthier season!

We know the holidays can be dramatic… and traumatic. Our first tip today is… RECOGNIZE and PREPARE for your holiday triggers! Let’s grab some pen and paper and make a list of people, places, and things that can be triggering for you.

We hope to see you soon for our other tips for healthier holidays!

You can also learn more by subscribing to Circle of Chairs and comment GUIDE to get your download of the survival guide.

#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #CircleOfChairs

🎉WHOA! 🎉

Both my books are under $10 today!

Get yours now (not sure how long the Amazon Christmas spirit is gonna last) 🥳

Where are you on your recovery journey right now—crawling or fluttering? Share your thoughts below! 🦋
#RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingProcess #SelfGrowth #KeepGoing

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Hi Friend, I'm Caroline Beidler, MSW

Mom in recovery, advocate, author, speaker, and mental health expert

As a mom in addiction and mental health recovery and an affected family member, I know the importance of connection and finding support we can trust.

I am passionate about writing books and creating resources that help guide you or your loved one's journey of addiction, mental health, or trauma recovery based on my personal experience and professional expertise.

With over twenty years of experience working within social work and ministry, I bring my professional training as a mental health provider, my skills as a researcher and writer for federal agencies and international partners, and my love of writing and storytelling to share practical tips and accessible tools that will help you and your loved ones thrive in recovery.

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