Whether you’re overcoming substance use, emotional eating, or codependent patterns, these thoughts often sound like “Just this once won’t hurt” or “I deserve it,” but they create dangerous openings for relapse. Prairie shares real-life examples, offers a simple 3-step tool to work with these thoughts, and closes with reflective journal prompts and a powerful mindset shift.

Today, we’re going to talk about how to develop real inner strength—the kind that doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from self-compassion and resilience. And if you want deeper guidance on this journey, my Self-Paced Recovery Course at alignmentwithprairieyana.com is designed to help you break free from cycles of shame and step into self-acceptance.

“Today, we’re talking about something that often gets overlooked in recovery—thriving beyond it.

Recovery isn’t just about what you’re breaking free from—it’s about what you’re stepping into. Once the initial work of quitting harmful behaviors is done, the real question becomes: What kind of life do I want to create?”

In this episode, Prairie Francia explores the reasons we engage in numbing behaviors—like emotional eating, social media scrolling, or staying “busy” to avoid our emotions. She explains how numbing is a learned survival strategy and shares practical steps to break the cycle. Listeners will learn how to shift from avoidance to self-awareness and adopt nurturing behaviors that support true healing.

Keynotes:

• What numbing behaviors are and why we use them.

• The emotional and psychological roots of numbing.

• How to identify triggers and pause before reacting.

• Steps to replace numbing behaviors with nurturing habits.

• Encouragement to embrace discomfort as part of healing.

• Invitation to join the Self-Paced Recovery Course at alignmentwithprairieyana.com

In this episode, Prairie Francia explores how integrative healing approaches can support recovery beyond traditional methods. She discusses the role of energy healing, somatic therapy, nutrition, and breathwork in emotional regulation and trauma release. Listeners will learn how to create a holistic recovery plan that supports the body, mind, and spirit.

Keynotes:

• Why traditional recovery models may not address the full healing process.

• How trauma is stored in the body and how somatic healing can help.

• The role of nutrition in stabilizing emotions and reducing cravings.

• How energy healing and Reiki support emotional release.

• A guided breathwork practice for stress relief.

•Invitation to join the Self-Paced Recovery Course at

In this episode, Prairie Francia explores the transformative power of mindfulness in the recovery journey. She explains how being present can help manage cravings, reduce emotional triggers, and create a sense of self-trust…

In this episode of Breaking Free from Within, Prairie Francia explores the many faces of addiction—not just drugs and alcohol, but also food, social media, television, and other behaviors we use to escape and numb out. Addiction is often a form of self-sabotage, a way to avoid unresolved traumas and emotional discomfort. This episode dives into:

• The different forms of addiction and how they function as escapism

• The importance of detoxification—physically, mentally, and emotionally

• The roots of self-sabotage and why we repeat destructive behaviors

• Healing through somatic work, breathwork, and cognitive reframing

• A powerful mindset tip to shift focus away from addictive patterns

“For me, marketing is about more than just outreach—it’s about education and breaking down barriers. There’s still so much stigma around addiction, and people often don’t know where to turn. My job is to make sure that when someone is searching for help, Sierra Health and Wellness is there with answers, with solutions, and most importantly, with real support”