Recovery Survey

Recovery Survey: Three Years

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:30:00 -0000

Thank you! I am truly blown away by the love and support that I have received for the podcast. It's been a life changing journey and I'm so grateful that I get to share so many amazing recovery stories with you. This podcast has become a corner stone in my recovery and changed my outlook on SUD in so many ways. I'm excited to see what the future holds and where this podcast will go. Thank you all again for all of the kind messages and support. -Brett M.

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#151 – Peg O'Connor: Higher and Friendly Powers

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:30:00 -0000

Peg O’Connor is a Professor of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN, recovering alcoholic of 35 years, and author of Higher and Friendly Powers: Transforming Addiction and Suffering and Life on the Rocks: Finding Meaning in Addiction and Recovery. She writes the column "Philosophy Stirred, Not Shaken” for psychologytoday.com.

In her free time, Peg is an avid tennis player and a black belt in taekwondo. She has worked in dog rescue for about 10 years and finds that her faith in humanity can be simultaneously shattered by meeting mistreated animals and restored by colleagues who are fiercely loving and caring advocates. Her own dog, Clooney, is a rescue and they spend their days together in the great Minneapolis area.

PegOConnorAuthor.com

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#150 – Prof Lisa Sargese: Diary of a Fat Girl

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 12:30:00 -0000

Author Lisa Sargese lost over 140 pounds, recovered from physical and emotional trauma, and helps others on their healing path. She uses her training in the healing traditions of Qi Gong and Mindfulness to help people live happier healthier lives. She is an adjunct professor of world religions, eastern philosophy, and psychology who has taught at universities for over 20 years. Find her on YouTube and social media for daily inspiration and guidance!

Diary of a Fat Girl | LisaSargese.com | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook

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#149 – Dr. Chad Davis: The 12 Steps 2.0

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:30:00 -0000

The book was 10 years in the works and is based off of current and past evidence-based research.

I was sexually abused by first father, I had 4 different dads, 16 different schools - 3 different high schools, left home at 16, homeless 5 times, over 70 street addresses, tons of alcohol & club drugs … yet I'm now Dr Davis.

People do not understand the true power of mindset, attitude, and their language.

FearlessRecovery.weebly.com | The 12 Steps 2.0: Wake up and Smell the Coffee about the VERY Outdated Incurable Disease Model

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#148 – Dr. Eddie Capparucci: Going Deeper

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:30:00 -0000

Dr. Eddie Capparucci is a licensed therapist and certified in the treatment of sexual and pornography addiction. He and his wife, Teri, have a private practice working with men struggling with sexual and pornography addictions, as well as their wives who are dealing with betrayal.

www.SexuallyPureMen.com

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#147 – Elita Summers: Overcoming Hardships

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:30:00 -0000

Elita Summers is youthful and fun loving with a mind that is both highly creative and highly analytical. While overcoming many of life’s hardships she’s been able to transform and build an impactful business. Her work empowers people to work better by delivering clear and concise content in a creative way.

Plume, Pen, & Pencil

#146 – Paula Yolles: End Emotional Eating

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 13:30:00 -0000

Paula Yolles empowers women to end emotional eating. The women she works with know that it’s not really about the food and they are ready to do some deeper soulful work so they can step out of this exhausting struggle and step into deeper self-love while feeling fabulous in a body just right for her, live a joyous life, and having a lasting peaceful relationship with food. Paula is the owner and head coach of Body-Mind-Food Freedom and the founder of the End Emotional Eating with Ease Method.

Paula draws on her 20+ years of holistic health, elementary school teaching, and emotional wellness training to bring a non-judgemental openness to her coaching. Paula is trained in the Healer's Program, Empowerment Chakra Tapping Mastery, EFT Tapping, & is a Meal Garden Recipe Professional.

Email: paula@paulayolles.com Facebook Group: End Emotional Eating Sisterhood Instagram: @paulayolles

FREE GUIDE - 4 Ways for Emotional Eaters to Interrupt their Eating Habits (without giving up the foods you love): https://paulayolles.click/guide-1

#145 – Amy Woods: From Homeless to Wholeness

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:30:00 -0000

Amy Woods is the CEO and Founder of A.R. Woods Consulting and Infinity Sales Systems Program. 7 years ago Amy went through homelessness after a hard divorce, lost her kids and became a dysfunctional drunk. The day she tried to commit suicide is the day her life changed. She chose life. Now she is a college graduate, a thriving, successful business owner and has found happiness and fulfillment in her life while being sober. Amy's philosophy on staying sober is unique and while it may not be for everyone, she chooses everyday to wake up and be of service to other people. This has brought the fulfillment in her life that she has always wanted. By doing so she has a healthy relationship with herself, her husband, and friendships that are everlasting. Amy is proof it can be done. Come listen to Amy's story and gain perspective on creating an empowered life!

Infinity Sales Systems Program | Amy Woods Coaching

#144 – Ann Visser: 4Better4Ever

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:30:00 -0000

I am a life coach, speaker and trainer with 4Better4Ever. I help people communicate in a way that aligns with their values. Free 7 Day Challenge

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#143 – Adam Tripp & CJ Syas: Mantra Recovery

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:30:00 -0000

Adam Tripp is a Dallas, Texas native with strong ties to the recovery community. After 20 years of active addiction, Adam recovered in 2013. A few years later, it became apparent to him that many disparities, stigmas, and outright disinformation exist within this community. Mantra Recovery was born out of the need for a truly inclusive and nonjudgemental form of recovery support.

CJ Syas was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and raised in Dallas, Texas. His path to recovery began in 1999 when he too shared similar experiences with Adam. It only made perfect sense that these two come together and breathe new life into this industry. CJ's passion for advocacy and "shoot it straight" personality provide Mantra Recovery's clients with exactly what they need.

MantraRecovery.com

Show Update

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000

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#142 – Terra Carbert: Beyond the Bet

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Terra Carbert is the founder of Ambitious Addicts. Throughout her life, she has faced addictions of various sorts. Eventually, gambling sank its teeth in so deep that she needed help. With the support of a 12-step program and therapy, Terra got the help she needed and stopped gambling. She founded Ambitious Addicts because it is her dream to help as many women in recovery as possible know that they are worthy and deserving of the life they dream of living.

Ambitious Addicts | Self Discovery Sisterhood | Gamblers Anonymous

#141 – Rob Lohman: 101 Reasons to Quit Getting Drunk During the Holidays

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Rob has been through the ringer, and continues to press on! His rap sheet includes alcohol and drug addiction, gambling addiction, divorce, bankruptcies, mental health and suicide ideation, prison, recovery and transformation.

In year eleven of his sobriety journey, Rob had an emotional nervous breakdown which lead to a thirteen year prison sentence, to which he was released in 10.5 months to a halfway house where he started to rebuild his life, along with his two children and wife who decided to remain married to Rob after the breakdown.

Rob is now invests in the lives of those wanting to see positive change, whether it is coming out of addiction, prison or just wanting more for their lives. He is a dynamic speaker and shares an extremely powerful journey of persistence, faith and inspiration.

rob@liftedfromtherut.com | (970) 331-4469 | LiftedFromTheRut.com | FreeRecoveryBook.com

#140 – George Brooks: Metta Association

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:30:00 -0000

George has been living with a mental illness since age seven. He has lived through abuse, weight loss surgery, childhood obesity, health issues, and addiction. George has experience raising a son with mental illness and has lived through divorce trauma and custody battles.

George started a nonprofit, The Metta Association, a nonprofit organization committed to advocacy and awareness for decriminalizing and destigmatizing that which concerns mental illness.

George lives the challenges of each day and counts the strength and wisdom he gains from his journey as a blessing. He has learned and experienced a lot and is eager to inspire others.

MettaAssociation.org | gbrooks@mettaassociation.org | 214-810-6518 | CashApp $MettaAssociation

#139 – Bret Hoffman: A New Way of Life

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Bret shares about his journey to finding long lasting recovery. He got sober at the age of 23 and will be celebrating 8 years sober in January. His message is that anyone can find recovery and that you don't have to hit rock bottom to get there.

#138 – Helen Bratton: Disaddicted

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:30:00 -0000

I trained originally with Dr. Robb Kelly which was an enormous privilege as he is a recovery genius. I have also learned from Dr. Gabor Mate, Human Givens, and Tony Robbins. Upon completion of my training, I embarked on a learning journey. Addiction really is only the symptom of a greater issue, there is always a trauma involved and an emotional pain that we have learned to suppress by using. Having been involved in other recovery programs I wanted to bring a solution that is empowering, accessible, empathetic and not take you away from life. I have overcome emotional abuse, stroke and mental health difficulties. I survived to thrive, you CAN too.

I have gone from addiction to satisfaction. I take pride in that I am 100% authentic, experienced and client-focused. I owe a lot to my addiction as recovering from it has gone on to improve and develop my life as a whole. My stroke was a blessing too. Life is for living.

I am a very content, disabled, single mother of two amazing children. Who will not suffer from the problems of past generations.

Disaddicted.coach

#137 – Rosemary Holbrook: The Science of Light

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Rosemary is a yoga teacher, recovering addict, entrepreneur, researcher, adventurer and experience collector. She is studying to be a yoga therapist and certified Vedic astrologer. When she’s not immersing herself in the work of helping others heal from trauma and cultivate resilience in their lives, relationships, or businesses, she can probably be found snuggling with her partner and their son, or playing in the woods somewhere in the Appalachian mountains of western North Carolina.

#136 – Kristin Micalizzi: The Warrior Within Us

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Kristin Micalizzi is a Mindset and Empowerment Coach, podcast host of The Warrior Within Us, and your ultimate hype girl. She knows that it is completely in reach for you to live a life better than you could even imagine! As a mother of four children, a disability advocate, proud wife, soul seeker, connection creator, community builder, teetotaler.... she learned a ton along her journey. Kristin is passionate about bringing out the divine warrior that lives inside ALL of us so that we can truly live the rich, joyful, authentic life that we are so worthy of!

Website | Instagram

#135 – Sharon Fekete: The Broken Road to Mental Health

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Sharon Fekete is the Founder of The Doctor Whisperer & 13th Ave Media. She has been whispering strategies to physicians for over 20 years & amplifies businesses through the power of social media.

As a firm believer in advocating toward improved mental health, she published her book ‘The Broken Road to Mental Health, in Life & in Business’ on her 25th sober anniversary, August 11th, 2019. Sharon speaks to corporations about mental health in the workplace & includes her own previous struggles with addiction, depression, & the journey to overcome adversity. She also speaks at medical conferences about hospitality in healthcare, hiring a dream team, and branding.

Sharon hosts two podcasts, The Broken Road to Mental Health, & The Doctor Whisperer show. She is the proud recipient of the 2022 Carol Hague AchieveHERs Woman of the Year award but more importantly she is a wife, stepmom, fur baby mom, and an avid bike rider. Sharon believes we are all on the broken road and under construction for life.

#134 – DJ Kelly Reverb: This Pink Cloud

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Kelly Reverb was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and is best know for his electro/breaks pioneer work with the Southside Reverb and his funky house styles on his label, Lone Star Records. Kelly got his first big break into the DJ realm when he became resident DJ at The Hard Rock then later at Dallas' (premier) underground night club, The Lizard Lounge. He began to develop his own unique style of spinning, with a synergistic blend of house and breakbeat and released 30 records, as well as two full length CD's. Kelly's work was featured in the movie 'Blade' and he has also done remixes for many artists including the Stone Roses. His production as well as DJing skills has placed him in the top ranks of his profession.

This Pink Cloud is a weekly webcast to help those struggling with addiction and those in long term recovery as well as mental health. Hosted by DJ Kelly Reverb RSPS and guest.

#133 – Skip Sams: Making Amends with Your Muse

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Skip Sams is an award-winning composer, performing artist, multimedia producer and sober coach. Skip has over 16 years of recovery from crystal meth, alcoholism, and bipolar disorder. In 2004, he was diagnosed with HIV. For over a decade, Skip has been defying these diagnosis and helping musicians and performing Artis who have lost their technical skills, disconnected from their inner music, and whose spark of creativity has gone dark. It is his mission to help 10,000 musicians share their light and hope of recovery through 10,000 recordings and 100,000 performances by 2030. Skip last smoked a joint on April 19th, 2006, making his sobriety date 4/20.

Mission: I help empower musicians and performing artists in recovery who struggle with being creative without the use of mind-altering substances by reclaiming and expanding their technical skills; restoring connection to a higher source of creativity and reigniting their spark to light up the whole world again.

SkipSams.com | MySuccess.coach | Instagram | TikTok

#132 – Angela Myer: The Undetected Narcissist

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Angela Myer is a clinical certified hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, author, motivational speaker, and wellness coach. She specializes in empowering people all over the globe. For over 20 years, she has worked with people of all ages, backgrounds, religions, and professions. Angela has been voted the best hypnotherapist within her areas for the past twelve consecutive years. She has received several awards and has supported people with various addictions, traumas, mental health issues, fears and phobias, and general life situations.

She has successfully healed and faced the challenges addressed in my book, “The Undetected Narcissist” as well as in her podcast show, “The Undetected Narcissist Podcast”. Angela is passionate about teaching people about the polarity of human beings because we live in a world of polarity. Angela knows that when young people leave home, the world is like a deep ocean. She wants to give these young minds a lift vest or boat because they will be swimming with sharks. Some will sink and some will swim. When people are educated and informed about narcissism, mental health issues, and trauma bonding, they are less likely to get victimized and wounded. Angela has been able to connect the dots between childhood trauma and narcissism because a narcissist is not born that way, we humans created them. Therefore, Angela wants to reduce domestic violence and psychological abuse by educating and teaching people about narcissism without the stigma of guilt or shame. She wants to help everyone better understand themselves and how people’s behaviors and actions impact one another coming from a place of love, compassion, hope, and wisdom. Because everyone on this planet will run into someone narcissistic like a boss, coworker, friend, family member, landlord, scammer, or intimate partner. And everyone will experience either direct or indirect trauma as well as some mental health challenges. That’s why Angela’s goal is to take you out of confusion and into clarity. Social Media Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelamyerun/ Facebook: Angela Myer Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngelaMyerUN Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1972197 Website: https://www.undetectednarcissist.com Email: angela@undetectednarcissist.com Blog: https://undetectednarcissist.com/blog/ Member of the Mental Health News Radio Network

#131 – Mike Fiore & Andrea Thomas: Voices for Awareness

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Mike Fiore of Inspire2Inspire and Andrea Thomas of Voices for Awareness talk about Fentanyl Poisoning and how we can all get involved.

VoicesForAwareness.com | FacingFentanylNow.org

Mike Fiore - Instagram | TikTok

Andrea Thomas - Facebook | Instagram or Andrea@voicesforawareness.com

#130 – Casey Arrillaga: Addiction and the Family

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Casey Arrillaga is a clinical social worker and chemical dependency counselor who has lived with and around addiction for all his life. In his book “Realistic Hope: The Family Survival Guide for Facing Alcoholism and Other Addictions” and his podcast “Addiction and the Family”, he shares the knowledge gained from conducting hundreds of family workshops and helping thousands of family members, and also weaves in his own narrative of recovery both as an individual and a family member.

In his newest book, “Spirituality for People Who Hate Spirituality,” Casey provides help for people who want to find a way into spirituality but struggle with it, and also gives professionals another tool in their toolbox to help clients around these issues. It’s all about helping people connect to their spirituality, with practical tools, personal stories, and exploration of the science behind it all.

Casey works as a therapist at both Windmill Wellness Ranch, in Canyon Lake, TX, a treatment center for addiction and mental health, and InMindOut Emotional Wellness Center, based in New Braunfels, TX, where he does outpatient therapy.

Solo Cast

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:30:00 -0000

This weeks episode is a little bit different. If you have any feedback please feel free to contact me at brett@recoverysurvey.com or on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or TikTok.

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Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:30:00 -0000

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#129 – Joe C: Beyond Belief

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Sober since disco, Joe C still brings a beginner’s mind and a critical curiosity to our addictions and recovery world. As a writer, broadcaster and podcaster, journalistic pursuits include music and songwriting, billiards, economics, demographics and addiction and recovery. Joe has spoken to treatment professionals about recovery history and culture with a special interest in underrepresented populations in recovery from addiction; Joe has hosted/co-hosted weekend retreats and Zoom-inars for people in recovery; Rebellion Dogs Publishing released Beyond Belief: Agnostics Musings for 12 Step Life, (2013) the first daily reflection book for atheists/agnostics and everyone, and he hosts another addiction/recovery/mental health podcast called Rebellion Dogs Radio.

Pathways to Recovery and Desistance: The Role of the Social Contagion of Hope - David Best

#128 – Sandra Landau: Love and Light to the world

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Sandra is a Registered Nurse from Metro Detroit Michigan that suffered in silence with PTSD, anxiety and depression which lead to an addiction. Sandra is also a suicide survivor. Over the last two years Sandra has been in recovery for PTSD and addiction. She has reignited her passion for helping others . Sandra became an entrepreneur, Resilience coach, author and international speaker. She also founded a Non-Profit organization and created an awareness project that is saving lives. She has a passionate compassion and deep empathy to bring HOPE to others that are struggling with mental health or addiction.

Love and Light to the world Non-Profit Organization http://www.loveandlighttotheworld.org @love_and_light_to_the_world

Rockstar Testimony support platform for mental health and addiction. @rockstar_testimony

@Sandra_lee_RN

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#127 – Jack Brown: Peer 2 Peer Whole Wellness

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Jack Brown is an Army Veteran and a Peer Support Specialist. Jack currently leads a peer run organization, Peer 2 Peer Whole Wellness. Jack is also a certified MHPS/RSPS and newly Certified RPS, as well as a WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) facilitator. Jack has an Associates of Science in Mental Health/Human Services and an Associates of Science in Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counseling, and is a strong advocate for peer providers across Texas.

Jack has gathered tools through various training to support his ability to now live a life that includes self-care and advocacy. Jack is often called upon to speak his truth relative to substance use challenges, mental health challenges and recovery from incarceration. He uses his past to shine a light for others future. Jack believes that living a life in recovery and modeling healing behavior is the key to ultimate freedom.

Peer2PeerWholeWellness.org | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn

#126 – Reagan Reilly: Stripping Barriers to Recovery

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Reagan Reilly is an exotic dancer in Las Vegas with over 10 years sober. Reagan is honest about her past addictions, life as a stripper, and how she maintains sobriety in the adult entertainment industry.

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#125 – Dean Becker: Progress Not Perfection

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Dean is 35-years-old and was in active addiction for 11 years. He has two kids and a wife that went through hell with him. He says that "I'm just a junkie who's living a miracle, one grateful day at a time."

You can contact Dean at dean@imperiumsecure.com

#124 – Martha Jones: XXV

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

Martha Jones celebrated 25 years sober on July 20th - her sober date is 7/20/1997. “You CAN do it!” She is a survivor and a Mama fighting against human trafficking and child exploitation.

You can contact Martha at marthasjones72097@gmail.com

#123 – Dona Speir: The Naked Truth

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0000

My life is proof that a life filled with addiction, abuse, and tremendous suffering can be completely transformed into one filled with hope, prosperity, and genuine happiness. With 35-years clean and sober, I have defied the odds of the disease of addiction and I am devoted to guiding others to do the same. After finding my own sobriety, I discovered that my calling and purpose lies in empowering others to find theirs. Today, I am a renowned addiction recovery coach, interventionist, author and public speaker.

I found fame in Hollywood at a young age, pivoting a teenage modeling career into roles in television and film while earning a place as a world-renowned Playboy Centerfold. From the outside, it appeared I had it all: beauty, success, elite connections, while traveling the world. But behind the glamour, I was in extraordinary pain. I was groomed and victimized by sexual predators in positions of power. I began using drugs and alcohol to cope with the trauma. My drug use spiraled into addiction, and I found myself at a crossroads, realizing I would succumb to the disease if I did not fight for my life. I fought hard and remarkably found sobriety at the young age of 23 and I have never looked back, while maintaining my sobriety for over three decades. I truly understand the complexity of the social, physical, and emotional aspects of alcoholism and addiction. In addition to learning through my own experiences, I have studied addiction and recovery while becoming a Nationally Certified Recovery Coach I and II and National Certified Interventionist.

In 2019, I finally published my memoir, Naked Truth, The Fall and Rise of Dona Speir, where I recount the story of my childhood, modeling and acting career, and victimization by powerful men. I also delved into the details of my addiction and subsequent triumphant recovery. At the heart of my healing, I believe in using humor and enthusiasm to overcome even the darkest of moments. I have mentored thousands of people in discovering sobriety and leading fulfilling, joyous lives, and am committed to mentoring thousands more.

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Recovery Today Magazine

#122 – Gentry Jones: Life with Gentry

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:30:00 -0000

My name is Gentry and I am the a proud owner of AF Squared products, programs and coaching services. I am a busy momma to four boys with the youngest two being identical 4 year old twins. I put down the bottle after wasting many years, days and minutes battling my love/hate relationship with alcohol. I am dedicated to helping other on their sober journey and am proud to represent the benefits of an alcohol free lifestyle. Mommy doesn't need wine.

Instagram | TikTok

#121 – J. Edwards Holt: Seven Branches

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Born in North Carolina, United States, J. Edwards Holt always knew that he wanted to be a writer. After graduating high school, he attended college and pursued a degree in education, but later decided to change course and follow his dream to become a novelist and children’s author. Now a bestselling author, ordained minister, and mental health advocate, Holt spends his free time reading and helping the less fortunate in his community. He is passionate about spreading Christian messages through his writing, watching science fiction and superhero movies, and collecting comic books.

#120 – Adam Carroll: Addict 2 Athlete

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Hi, my name’s Adam and I’ve been clean and sober now for over 9 years, racking up daily gains and wins, growing strong odaat (one day at a time) since seeking help and changing my life in 2013. If I hadn't, jails, institutions and death were to be my fate—instead becoming addicted to bettering myself and helping others better themselves.

I was a very insecure child, uncomfortable and feeling of loneliness all too common, which led to some serious bullying. I turned to drugs and alcohol to cope, the only things that made me feel ok and started dealing at age 14. Got kicked out of my mom's and dropped out of high school, and so the high cost of low living in the fast lane going nowhere fast ensued.

Full-time career using and selling, had my own place early on, even a vehicle with no licence. Hanging with the wrong crowd, but feeling that false sense of belonging, respect, strength, and people feared me, taking away all my insecurities and I was invincible. My life of addiction and crime riddled with jail stints, violence, near death experiences, drug deals gone south, crazy long benders, and ultimately, loss of friends and family, and almost my own life.

When I finally decided to turn my addictive personality into a positive direction; started going to the gym and working out everyday; got addicted to learning and accumulated many certifications and knowledge adding to my lived experience.

Today, I'm on mission to help others the same way I was but with a more specific and holistic approach through the @theaddict2athletemethod, focusing on taking care of the mind, body and soul by combining the 12 steps and meetings, breathwork, sober coaching/peer counselling, and addressing past trauma.

Why do Breathwork? To truly understand the power of stillness and the power of the breath to quiet the analytical mind to remember who they are and where they come from. To become a more self aware being.

My definition of self-awareness: It is the awareness that you (the Soul) are not your Avatar (the body and mind/brain).

It means that you have become aware/awakened and/or remembered that you are a Soul/Entity that is having a human experience with your Sentient Being.

It means becoming aware that you have been on autopilot... identifying with all of your human experiences, deeply conditioning you to a low vibration (anxiousness, fear, shame, etc.)

It means you are now aware and have come to the understanding that you need to heal and or retrain your Sentient Being/Avatar (the body and mind/brain) WITH LOVE through STILLNESS/PRESENCE... BEING, so that you can raise to your TRUE vibration... LOVING AWARENESS (acceptance, empathy, forgiveness, etc.).

To discover your true power and potential as a Sovereign Light Being... God!

I love helping others reach their goals, nothing makes me happier than to work with individuals who are motivated and ready to also be the game changers in their lives.

I am a mental health and recovery advocate.

My qualifications are as follows:

Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Field: Certified Trauma Recovery Coach Certified Sober Coach Certified Breathwork Therapist Certified Addiction Supervisor/Peer Counsellor

Fitness & Nutrition Field: Certified Elite Personal Trainer Certified Nutritionist Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified FRC Mobility Specialist Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist

Facebook | Instagram

#119 – Lona "LC" Currie: Recovery Soulfood

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Lona "LC" Currie speaks openly, honestly and authentically about his childhood trauma, mental health struggles, a 22 year addiction to opiates and anything that would help him escape his pain, as well as his gender transition and his 9 year recovery journey. All in the Hopes of creating a world where No One Suffers in Silence and Never has to feel Alone! "Our stories are Powerful when shared and Transformational for both the hearer and the speaker." LC's classic speech titled, Get Up From Your Give Up and Create a Life You Love! has been heard by thousands and is in the process of becoming his first book. His podcast Recovery Soulfood can be heard on all major Podcast Platforms and LIVE episodes can be seen on the Recovery Soulfood YouTube Channel.

Connect with LC on Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook

#118 – Matt Gardiner: Beyond Recovery

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Matt Gardiner is a passionate and empathetic Recovery Coach & Life Coach who has helped numerous people get out of their 'stuck stories' and move towards the life of their dreams.

He focuses on changing the language & words, and the stories you've been attaching to the events in your life.

Better words + better breathing = better life.

Matt's vision of Recovery includes an active and healthy lifestyle, that also includes planning for some very deliberate, relaxing downtime for self-care and healing.

Matt is also a gifted musician and Sound Therapist, which compliments his work as a Coach. His new album 'Expansion 1st' was released on June 21, 2022.

'Beyond Recovery' is a podcast hosted by Matt, where guests come on to share their journeys to, and through, recovery.

Matt battled alcohol dependency from his late teens into his early 30s. He was a daily drinker from age 21 to 30. At age 27, Matt hospitalized himself with acute pancreatitis. While this was initially framed as the wake-up call Matt needed, after 3 days in the hospital, he was back out drinking within 24hrs of being released. At age 30, Matt hit a rock bottom moment which led to 3 years + of sobriety. At a friend's wedding, he decided he would attempt “moderation” again, which he tried for the next several years.

When Matt’s dad passed away suddenly in late 2018 (he had been a heavy drinker his whole adult life) Matt decided on the weekend of his father's Celebration of Life that it was time to sober up once again! That was in April 2019. Matt is now back at 3 years+ sober!

#117 – Britt Frank: The Science of Stuck

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Britt Frank, MSW, LSCSW, SEP is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and author of _The Science of Stuck: Breaking Through Inertia to Find Your Path Forward. _She received her BA from Duke University and her MSW from the University of Kansas, where she later became an award-winning adjunct professor. Britt writes and speaks widely about the mental health myths that keep us feeling stuck and overwhelmed.

Website | Instagram

#116 – Jennifer Irwin: Sex Addiction (A Dress Series)

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Jennifer Irwin’s debut novel, A Dress the Color of the Sky, was published in 2017 and has received rave reviews, won seven book awards, and was optioned for a feature film. Jennifer’s short stories have appeared in numerous literary publications including California’s Emerging Writers: An Anthology of Fiction. Jennifer currently resides in Los Angeles.

Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

#115 – Lee-Anne Richardson: Addicted to Happy

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Lee-Anne Richardson started talking about alcohol recovery on her YouTube channel Addicted to Happy shortly after getting sober in 2014. A few years later she created Sober City which a local resource in Nova Scotia offering meetups, resources, and inspiration all around getting sober and connecting with like-minded people. Throughout the last 8 years of talking about recovery, hearing others’ stories about addiction, and learning about sobriety and mental health Lee-Anne has gained great insight into the many paths one can take on their recovery journey. We’re all so different but we’re also more alike than we realize.

YouTube | Website | Sober Merch | Instagram

Lee-Anne's Episode on the Good People Bad Intentions Podcast

Families Against Narcotics

Wed, 25 May 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Washtenaw County Families Against Narcotics Tuning into Hope: Broadcast Support for Those in Recovery. May 9, 2022

One determined man, his supportive father and their remarkable story of recovery from substance use disorder (SUD).That's the focus of our May Family Forum featuring Brett Morris, founder and host of the popular Recovery Survey podcast, and his dad, retired Texas state trooper Sergeant Barry Morris.

734-215-7470 | washtenaw@familiesagainstnarcotics.org | www.washtenawfan.org |FamiliesAgainstNarcotics.org | Washtenaw FAN Facebook

#114 – Mike Fiore: Inspire 2 Inspire

Wed, 18 May 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Michael Fiore is the CEO and founder at INSPIRE 2 INSPIRE, partner with The Sober app. Mike used and abused drugs for 20 years, on November 3rd he successfully detox off of methadone after 12 years. He went as high as 140 mlg. Mike graduated treatment on May 10th and moved from NYC to California to pursue a career as a motivational speaker. From inside treatment she tarted a non-profit and got full incorporated, went on tour speaking and started a clothing line. He turned his mess into his message and live by two mantras, "we are responsible for the effort not the outcome" and "perspective equals potential".

Instagram | TikTok | Inspire 2 Inspire

#113 – Jennifer Denny: Addiction Counselor from Behind Bars

Wed, 11 May 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Jennifer Denny is an addictions counselor from behind the bars. She's learned how working with incarcerated men can provide her with the courage to seek a life of sobriety after struggling through 18 years of active addiction.

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#112 – Toniquinne: Truth Hurts

Wed, 04 May 2022 11:30:00 -0000

Toniquinne is an addiction recovery advocate and recovery coach, dedicated to helping those who struggle by sharing her story and providing a safe space for those seeking help.

Toni shares her story through satirical and comedic videos, designed to educate and inform individuals about addiction and the road to recovery.

By telling her story in a humorous and honest way, she aims to educate people on addiction in a more digestible way - allowing space for conversation without fear.

Toni shares her story predominantly on TikTok and has just relaunched her YouTube Channel, The Truth Hurts with Toniquinne, in celebration of her 10 year addiction recovery milestone.

There is one message that filters through all of Toni’s content - and it’s a simple one: “we do recover.”

Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube

#111 – Lynn Walker: Midnight Calling

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Lynn Walker is the author of _Midnight Calling: A Memoir of a Drug Smuggler's Daughter_. For many years, Lynn worked with high school students whose parents were drug addicts and alcoholics. She is now Executive Director of an environmental organization in the Pacific Northwest where she lives with her husband and two teenagers. She is currently finishing the true story of her father's infamous life as a Miami undercover narcotics agent-turned-drug smuggler.

Website | Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube

#110 – Stephanie Graves: Long-Term Sobriety

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Stephanie Graves is a recovering alcoholic/addict advocating for long-term sobriety. She uses her social media platforms to spread a message of hope and freedom from active addiction.

Instagram | Twitter

#109 – Jewels: The Making of a Woman

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:30:00 -0000

The Making of a Woman is the compelling autobiography of a dynamic female who refused to bow down to the circumstances of her birth. With a prevailing sense of self and survival, Jewels fought a hardscrabble war against the forces and people that populated her life in a way that often crushes others.

Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

#108 – Kellan Fluckiger: An Invitation To Change

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Coming through decades of depression, addictions, life-threatening illness and a near-death experience, Kellan has become the ultimate catalyst to help motivated people melt barriers, move mountains and mobilize superpowers to achieve their true desires. As a coach and keynote speaker, Kellan’s masterful approach helps people get past old stories, change beliefs and create a life context to reach even goals that seemed impossible.

KellanFluckiger.com | Your Ultimate Life Podcast | Books

#107 – Dr. Joe Volpicelli: Recovery Options

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:30:00 -0000

Dr. Volpicelli has spent the last twenty-five years as a pioneer in clinical research, education, and practice. He has served as an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania and Senior Scientist at the Pennsylvania VA Center for Research on Addictive Disorders. He has led the way in the integration of medications with psychotherapy support to treat addictions. His research on the use of naltrexone led to the first new medication to be approved by the FDA for alcohol treatment in nearly fifty years. After twenty-five years at Penn, Dr. Volpicelli decided to put theory to practice as he opened the Volpicelli Center in 2009.

Dr. Volpicelli is a featured author of over 100 academic publications and two of his own books, “Recovery Options: The Complete Guide” and “Combining Medication and Psychosocial Treatments for Addictions: The BRENDA Approach.”

Find out more at http://www.recoverysurvey.com

#106 – Jason Rudeen: The Way Out

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:30:00 -0000

This is Jason Rudeen, I co host The Way Out Podcast and I'm a person in long term recovery. What that means for me is that I haven't felt the need to touch a drink or a drug since 7/23/2016. My DOC was... well anything! I guess meth was my kryptonite. I support all pathways to recovery. I was a buffet style user so I work my recovery the same way. I draw from many different sources in my own recovery. Getting (and living) clean is something I never imagined I could do. I was addicted to drinking, using and dealing since I was 13. I got clean at 36 so that's 23 years of debauchery. I never knew no other way. On my journey I learned the importance of sharing my story. It can heal me, inspire others and gives them permission to share their own stories! It's therapeutic value is without parallel, as they say!! I am so grateful I found Charles and shared my story with him early on (that's episode 31 if you want to check it out). When he asked me if I wanted to co host and help take the show to the next level I was nervous. I didn't feel qualified, and if I listened to my feelings, I would have cheated myself. Everything you want is on the other side of fear! Say yes! Show up for opportunities if they could potentially benefit you or others. Be willing to get uncomfortable! Start helping others! That's where the real growth happens! My heart is in this show and I'm grateful for every one of you listeners! You all teach me so much. Thank you for your ears and your insights! I hope you find some real help within these episodes. God bless you all!

The Way Out Podcast | Instagram

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#105 – Gina Sacco: Girl Talk

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 12:30:00 -0000

I’m 33 and I am a native to Virginia. I was born and raised in Charlottesville, VA and currently reside in Richmond. I am a Dog Momma of two adorable rescue dogs, Dude and Blanche.

I come from a split family- 2 moms, 2 dads, lots of siblings/bonus siblings and all of my grandparents also divorced and remarried on each side. So, long story short, my childhood was super traumatic and dysfunctional, but I always got a ton of Christmas and Birthday gifts! (Silver linings, am I right!?)

Not only am I a grateful alcoholic in recovery, I have struggled with addiction since I can remember. I developed a severe eating disorder in middle school and when I was removed from my household at the age of 16, the eating disorder also went away. (I’ll save that story for another podcast.) food, toxic men, sex, drugs and alcohol…whatever could fill the huge hole that was myself…I needed it all.

I am an ACOA (Adult Child of an Alcoholic) and my Mom and I are in recovery together. She’s been sober for over five years and has been such an inspiration. (Yes, we are like the show “Mom.” We go to meetings together but luckily, relapses aren’t a part of our journeys. Oh, and neither of us were strippers…)

I enjoy being outdoors and being super active, but also have been known to binge watch Netflix for an entire weekend (it’s called self-care and balance y’all..haha). I enjoy comedy and one of my daily affirmations is “I will inspire and make thousands of people laugh today.”

Being sober has been the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. The greatest decision I have ever made for myself, and I told myself, to never question that decision I made back on June 20th, 2021. I haven’t drank since, I don’t think about alcohol…and I love my new life living sober. When you hate yourself and your life for 32ish years, and you think “welp, this is it..this is how life is going to be…” and you realize it’s not once your sober, that life is so amazing, being present is such a gift, I would never go back…staying sober is my only option, this is a never ending journey of healing and growth..and I hope to inspire others along the way.

Instagram | TikTok | Art | Facebook | Website

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#104 – Curtis and Dani: The Sober App

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Curtis and Dani here from The Sober. An app that provides resources for those in recovery. Think of Netflix meets Masterclass, but sobriety-based. We bring together all the resources already out there and combine them with new fresh, engaging and educational content to show our members that there is more than one way to recover, but more importantly, how to enjoy life after recovery.

Instagram | GoFundMe | The Sober | Apple App Store

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#103 – Randy Grimes: Off Center

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:30:00 -0000

A former NFL center, Randy Grimes lived as everyone’s all-American—with a successful 10-year career for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a beautiful and devoted college-sweetheart-turned-wife, and two healthy children. But pain took over, and the prescription pills used to treat chronic injuries eventually led to playing in blackouts. When Randy’s career ended, the pills continued—feeding an opioid addiction that would last 20+ years and erode his identity, health, and family. When addiction claimed the life of a close friend, Randy finally found the courage to raise his hand and ask for help. This single decision reclaimed Randy’s life.

Randy's book: Off Center: A Memoir of Addiction, Recovery and Redemption in Professional Football Websites: Pro Athletes in Recovery | White Sands Treatment Center | RandyGrimesSpeaks.com Social Media: Instagram | Twitter

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#102 – Tim Lodgen: Coming For It All

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:30:00 -0000

After 27 years of addiction to alcohol and drugs, suicide attempts and legal trouble Tim finally had had enough! Tim finally found hope and the courage to get the help he so desperately needed to save his life. Today Tim has 11 1/2 months clean and sober and his life has changed more then he could have ever imagined. He would not change the path he had to go down because it has made him the man he has always wanted to be. Tim is grateful for his journey into sobriety and is looking forward to what life has to bring.

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#101 – Mark Holmes: Holmes's Complete Guide To Stop Drinking Alcohol

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Former School Principal, Holmes was a self-confessed high-functioning alcoholic for over thirty years and spent years researching alcohol to find a way to control and eventually stop drinking alcohol, training as a Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist (CBT), and culminating in his CBT-inspired 375-page #1 Amazon Bestseller in Substance Addiction describing how he succeeded.

In 2020. Holmes founded the Addiction Help Agency Ltd., with the dream of helping others find a way to be happy permanently clean and sober as an online Therapist, Writer, Public Speaker, Vlogger and YouTube Personality a.k.a. the Alcohol Quit Guru. Holmes has an MA from UCL. and is a Fellow of The RSA.

Holmes's Complete Guide To Stop Drinking Alcohol; The Easy, Mindful and Pain-free Way Live 1:1 Online CBT Cessation Course The Top 10 Ways To Stop Drinking Directory 2020 (Free pdf) How To Stop Drinking Facebook Group Instagram Website

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#100 – Recovery Survey: Episode 100

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Thank you all so much!

I truly cannot thank you all enough for the love and support that I have received through out this journey. You have helped me in my recovery journey and I've had the honor of meeting some absolutely incredible people along the way. I never imagined that the podcast would grow to become what it has today. I'm humbled by everyone that participated in this episode and the show as a whole, with the amazing guests I don't think this show would be what it is today.

Thank you all -Brett Morris

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#99 – Ashley Grimes: Was it Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder?

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Ashley Grimes is the president of NAMI Florida and a board member of the Volusia Recovery Alliance. She is also a State Organizer for the Florida Recovery Advocacy Project, and a member of both the Project Management Institute and the Institute of Managerial Accountants.

Ashley is a native Floridian born in Daytona Beach. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Project Management from Colorado Technical University and is currently enrolled at Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College in their 64th Professional MBA Class. She is a Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM,) Project Management Professional (PMP,) and a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist. She currently works as a Project Assistant for a long-standing local general contractor.

Ashley lives as a person in long term recovery from co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. She shows that recovery is possible, and that people in recovery can thrive and add tremendous value to their communities.

Ashley is a strong advocate for recovery friendly workplaces, recovery oriented systems of care, trauma Informed criminal justice systems, recovery schools, peer support services, and has a deep respect for law enforcement.

Find out more at http://www.recoverysurvey.com

#98 – JR Weaver: The Addiction Manifesto

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:30:00 -0000

I had a dream…

Why can’t we take the fight back to addiction? Why do we keep losing sons, daughters, mothers and fathers? I’m challenging the world to find a better way to reach others, break the silence and start sharing your stories about how you took your life back!! Join the Recovery Revolution and help us change the way the world see’s us.

The Addiction Manifesto

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Replay #2 Luke Cole: Honesty, Open-Mindedness and Willingness

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:30:00 -0000

We're taking a trip in the way back machine to April 2020 with this rerelease of episode #2 of Recovery Survey.

Original notes: I was giving the opportunity to speak with Luke Cole from Australia and he shed some light on his understanding of Honesty, Open-mindedness and Willingness

You can contact him at https://www.lukecole.com.au or on social media @heylukecole

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#97 – Sue Bowles: This Much I Know

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Sue Bowles is a survivor turned author, speaker, and Master Certified Life Coach. Having done the hard work of healing from a childhood rape, an eating disorder, other sexual assaults, and being twice suicidal, Sue now defines the effect the life-altering events have on her. The events no longer define Sue; she defines them. Sue leads My Step Ahead, an organization committed to breaking the stigma around mental health struggles. “You only have to be a step ahead to help the person behind you” is the bedrock to the value Sue brings. She helps stuck people get unstuck by discovering Hope, journeying together for the next step ahead. Whether speaking on a podcast, a stage, or one-on-one, Sue's enthusiasm is contagious, shining the light of hope wherever the listener needs, cheering them to see their dreams become present reality.

Sue's award-winning first book, "This Much I Know...The Space Between" is available on Amazon and Kindle.

Walking Stick Retreats

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#96 – Suzanne Schultes: Sober Widows

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:30:00 -0000

Suzanne lost her husband Bobby in September 2020. It left Suzanne reeling and completely unsure of her next steps. It could have destroyed her 11 years of sobriety, but Suzanne decided to turn her tragedy into triumph. Suzanne started a Zoom meeting to help other widows in recovery. Suzanne is a CASAC-T and Grief Facilitator - "It is in between the dash where we grow."

Blog | Instagram | TikTok

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#95 – Rouba Chalabi: Beyond the Emptiness

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Rouba Chalabi, after years of struggling with overeating, found herself on a path of radical physical, emotional and spiritual transformation — resulting, finally, in a weight loss that she could healthfully sustain. Inspired to become a healer and food addiction counselor, she left a 20-year career in public policy and communication. Through her private online practice, Rouba now helps overeaters break their obsession with food by stopping sugar and flour. “Beyond the Emptiness: How I Found Fullness Outside of Food” is her first publication.

Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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#94 – Joe Conniff: Causes and Conditions

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Joe Conniff is a person living in long-term recovery from a substance use disorder and public speaker, sharing his experiences in addiction, spirituality, and recovery. His first book, Causes and Conditions, details the events of his life starting with his childhood in an overprescribed, middle-class, suburban household in Massachusetts; followed by post 9/11 military life and his downward spiral into heroin addiction on the streets of Seattle. Joe currently works as a certified peer counselor and resource case manager at the drug diversion court in Seattle that helped kickstart his recovery. Aside from time spent with his spouse and daughter exploring Washington State, he is a recovery advocate and mindfulness teacher. He lives in Seattle, Washington.

Amazon | Twitter | Instagram

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#93 – John Giordano: The Kid From The South Bronx Who Never Gave Up

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Mr. John Giordano is an expert in the treatment of addiction, mental health, and the founder of The National Institute For Holistic Addiction Studies (NIFHAS). He is the author of “Proven Holistic Treatment For Addiction & Chronic Relapse,” and his most recent book is the acclaimed: “How To Beat Your Addictions And live A Quality Life,” and is the co-author of “Molecular Neurobiology of Addiction Recovery: The 12 Steps Program and Fellowship.” Over twenty years ago Giordano founded the prestigious G & G Holistic Addiction Treatment Center in North Miami Beach, Florida — a 62 bed in-patient/out-patient JCAHO accredited addiction treatment facility.

JohnJGiordano.com | Beat Your Addictions Podcast | The Kid From The South Bronx Who Never Gave Up | How To Beat Your Addictions and Live a Quality Life | Molecular Neurobiology of Addiction Recovery

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#92 – Rob Lohman: Lifted From The Rut

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Sober since 2001, Rob Lohman currently helps people suffering from substance abuse to find freedom from addiction and incarceration. He does this through sharing his testimony, Professional Interventions and Recovery Coaching, Advocacy, Self-Published Author and being the host of Beyond The Bars Radio Podcast and Addiction, Freedom & Faith Podcast Rob has been through the ringer, and keeps bouncing back. His rap sheet includes alcohol and drug addiction, gambling addiction, divorce, bankruptcies, mental health and suicide ideation, prison, recovery and transformation. Rob’s drinking career started at age 14 which lead to some very dark places in his life. The climax of Rob’s drinking career happened on June 7, 2001 with a suicide attempt interrupted by the compassion of his dog Jake. Upon a divine intervention, Rob was freed from his substance abuse addiction which began a rollercoaster ride in recovery…to which Rob has yet to take another drink or drug since that day. In year eleven (11) of his sobriety journey, Rob had an emotional nervous breakdown which lead to a thirteen (13) year prison sentence, to which he was released in 10.5 months to a halfway house where he started to rebuild his life, along with his two children and wife who decided to remain married to Rob after the breakdown. Rob is now invests in the lives of those wanting to see positive change, whether it is coming out of addiction, prison or just wanting more for their lives. He is a dynamic speaker and shares an extremely powerful journey of persistence, faith and inspiration.

LiftedFromTheRut.com | Beyond The Bars Radio

(970) 331-4469 | rob@liftedfromtherut.com

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#91 – Liz McKean: The Phoenix

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Liz McKean is a Yoga Teacher and Person in Recovery. Born and raised in Western NY, she lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband and rescue dog and cats. After years of struggling with anxiety and drinking, she found strength and sobriety on the yoga mat, and soon after found community with The Phoenix. In her current role of National Virtual Program Manager at The Phoenix, Liz helps bring the sober, active community to people across the country and beyond through live streaming events such as fitness, yoga, meditation, and social gatherings. She also teaches yoga within her community, and at a local treatment center. There is nothing she’d rather do than work for and with people in and seeking recovery. Sharing her story and the joy of community and yoga is the honor of her life.

The Phoenix | Apple App | Android App

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#90 – Matthew Bauersachs: Learn to Live Recovery

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Matthew is a powerful recovery activist who had a dream of opening a sober living program to give back what was so freely given to him in early recovery. He is the Founder and Director of Operations for Learn to Live Recovery LLC which is that dream. Matthew graduated with his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUe) in May 2019. While attending SIUe he was elected President of the Student Social Work Association and he was the Service Award recipient. He graduated with his master’s degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University with honors in December 2020. He has accumulated over 4 years of substance abuse treatment experience at Preferred Family Healthcare and holds a credential for Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor II. Matthew has been sober since January 3, 2011 which gives him ten years of sobriety and first-hand experience. He was a co-house parent in the Joe’s Place Organization which is a non-profit organization that houses homeless boys in the Maplewood-Richmond Heights School District in Saint Louis.

LearnToLiveRecovery.com | Facebook | Instagram

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#89 – Carl Fessenden: The Drunken Worm

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 13:30:00 -0000

The Drunken Worm Podcast is hosted by Carl Fessenden. Carl is an experienced alcohol and drug counselor that works in Northern California. Carl has had the opportunity to work with some of the top professionals in the mental health field. Carl has also been able to help hundreds of people overcome addiction.

Carl wanted to start doing more then just working as a counselor. Carl's mission is to bring awareness to mental health, addiction and to allow his listeners to experience the freedom to live! Each week Carl will sit down with a guest and allow the world an inside look that will be both educational and inspiring.

TheDrunkenWormPodcast.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | The Drunken Worm Podcast

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#88 – Nathan Smiddy: Harm Reduction

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:30:00 -0000

A New PATH strives to assure access to quality cost-effective addiction treatment services, lessen the harms associated with addictive illness, reduce recidivism, save lives and move towards a healthier society, free from discriminatory drug policies, violent crime and wasted lives.

Text 619-317-0890 to donate to A New Path Venmo | Cashapp | Facebook

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#87 – Carrie Pullaro: Challenge Yourself to Change

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Carrie Pullaro is a Personal Freedom & Emotional Wellbeing Coach, Speaker, and founder of the program ACTION. She supports women to break through the shame and ineffective self worth stories that are holding them back from living the life that they desire.

Website | Instagram | Facebook

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#86 – Amy Minh Hạnh Corey: Tears, Inspiration, Power

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:30:00 -0000

At only twenty-four years old, TEDx Speaker, Mental Health Keynote and Public Speaker, Singer, Songwriter and Goodwill Ambassador to Holt International and HCMC Peace and Development Foundation; Amy Minh Hanh Corey is building her creative empire through her understanding and honesty in mental health by sharing her mindset in music, songwriting, writing, public speaking, and ambassadorships on how she has not only overcome the worst anyone could imagine going through, but how because of those sufferings and her unbelievable experiences, she has trained her mind to turn every negative time into something positive, and mastered how to not only survive in chaos but how to thrive in it as well. Her mindset has not only created her rapidly growing empire throughout multiple industries but is the drive in her passion to understand the misunderstood and help heal whoever she can reach around the world, in everything she does.

Website | Instagram | Facebook | TEDx Talk

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#85 – Jeannine Coulter Lindgren: Chasing Heroine

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Jeannine was an active drug addict and alcoholic for fifteen years, her using led to multiple arrests, homelessness and the loss of absolutely everything - which she considers to be the best thing that ever happened to her. Sober since January 15, 2015, and now a successful fitness studio owner and popular recovery podcast host, she is committed to sharing her stories in the hopes that they may help others.

Chasing Heroine Podcast | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube

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#84 – Ciara Carter: Run Thrive Survive

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Ciara Carter is Behavior Analyst and personal trainer focused in creating ways to improve mental & emotional health through fitness and nutrition. After a close call from a sever eating disorder, she knew that little to no education in nutrition, fitness, and life routines, it will create a terrible battle with mental health.

She started Run Thrive Survive Podcast to talk about rituals, health topics, and behavior psychology to help 20-somethings create habits now to succeed in their education and careers, but most importantly, feel better mentally and physically so they can run their lives.

www.runthrivesurvive.com | Run Thrive Survive Podcast | Instagram

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#83 – Kimberlee Plezia: The Rope of Hope

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Kimberlee Plezia is a certified Life Coach and podcaster from Colorado Springs, CO. As a childhood sexual abuse survivor and recovered drug addict, Kimberlee spent most of her life hating herself and her body. She has now dedicated her business to helping others to know their worth and love themselves in the bodies that they are in. She is a fat awareness and acceptance advocate determined to make a different in how fat bodies are viewed. On a more personal note, Kimberlee is a wife, mother, and proud grandmother.

ThisFatGirlLife.com | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | TikTok

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#82 – Elisabeth Kristof: Brain-Based Wellness

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Brain-Based Wellness with Elisabeth Kristof is a combo of applied neuroscience training and high-education, high energy at-home workouts that include strategic muscles toning, HIIT cardio and brain-based Pilates.

This wellness practice also includes somatic (body-based) meditation, breath work and cranial nerve stimulation for well-being and nervous system health. This is a space for growth-oriented people to come together and support each other in achieving health and vitality.

Work out, work inward and move forward.

Brain-Based Wellness Website | Instagram

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#81 – Dr. Robb Kelly: Daddy, Daddy Please Stop Drinking

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Robb has overcome homelessness, alcohol dependency, trauma, PTSD, and MDD and a whirlwind of events to be the "Gordon Ramsay" of the addiction treatment world. Before Robb succumbed to addiction and mental health issues, he played bass guitar at Abbey Studio with Queen, David Bowie, and Elton John. He is an accomplished musician, and the money he made helped him attend Oxford University to pursue a Ph.D. in Psychology. Robb's work ethic is defined by helping the addict step out of their disease and into a solution. We work with everyday people, professionals, and celebrities who want to reach sobriety and live in sustained recovery through evidence-based modalities and a genuine therapeutic alliance. Robb believes in helping marginalized communities because he understands that everyone has different worldviews when addiction is rearing its ugly head.

Website | LinkedIn | Twitter | Book

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#80 – Win Charles: A Winning Cup

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Podcast host, Win Kelly Charles, has Cerebral Palsy and her mission is to help others with physical and mental disabilities to find their voices through written or spoken word, using today's assistive technologies as needed.

Website | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

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Recovery Revolution Live: Keep Coming Back with Jeff Vickers

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 02:45:00 -0000

Live Stream every Monday night at 7PM CST on Recovery Revolution.

This weeks topic was Keep Coming Back and I was joined by the author of Sober Slogans: Recovery Mottos We Love, Jeff Vickers

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#79 – Michael Unbroken: Think Unbroken

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Ad at beginning of show: Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered

Trauma Survivor: Son of drug addicts and abusers, molested by family friend, mother cut off my finger, homeless by 10, drug addict by 12, alcoholic by 19, morbidly obese twice, total fucking failure.

Trauma Warrior: After my “Mirror Moment” I created the life I wanted through self-actualization and mindset training. It’s taken my entire life to get to the place I am today.

Trauma Mentor: Through mindset and hard work, I have become the happiest, healthiest, and most in love with myself then I have ever been and I want to gift the world with the tools and knowledge I have accumulated to do the same. I am no longer that lost, lonely, unloved, and broken little boy. I AM UNBROKEN.

ThinkUnbroken.com | Think Unbroken Podcast | Instagram | Facebook

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#78 – Rex ShadesEagle: Know Love

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Rex is a child abuse and molestation survivor, a rape survivor and for 27 years he was an active Heroin addict. He is now 8 years clean and has transformed his life by transforming his narrative. Rex have been working as a Recovery Mentor and Speaker since April 2006, he has been a Certified Life Coach since July 2021. He specializes in helping people identify and achieve their personal goals by helping them to ask the difficult but often necessary questions to identify the underlying causes and root trauma that can act as an emotional weight, constantly pulling us down.

Rex is working on a book titled Know Love: Life Lessons from a Recovered Junkie Ex-Con

Contact information: Website, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

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#77 – Matt Smith: Life Without Porn

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Matt Smith coaches men to free them from pornography and help them lead the life they want.

Coaching Philosophy: Thoughts & beliefs are our most powerful tools! We look at porn because of our thoughts & beliefs but our thoughts and beliefs will also free ourselves from porn. I coach men (and women) to free themselves from porn by changing their mindset in regard to porn. I also address the underlying issues that are leading us to use porn in the first place. When we work on changing our thoughts and beliefs, we are led away from porn vs us trying to stop the out-of-control train that is constantly bearing down on us. If you want to free yourself from porn and up level your life 1000%, come talk to me!

Work with me to free yourself from porn. Send me a message on Instagram, Facebook or email and let's talk about how we can tackle this problem together!

Matt's Website, Facebook and Instagram

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#76 – Rachel K. Baldwin: Against Such Things

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Rachel K. Baldwin is both a chronic wanderer & a homebody at heart.

She is passionate about criminal justice reform, helping the still-suffering addict, & collecting children.

Rachel is a first-time author, long-time writer. After years of traversing compounded trauma, addiction, & its resulting consequences, she is proudly free of all mood-changing & mind-altering substances.

"Against Such Things" is her first book, & its completion is a lifelong dream fulfilled.

Rachel's Website, Facebook, Instagram, Free book preview

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#75 – Andy Hoffer: From Teen Mom to Nuclear Engineer

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Andy Hoffer is a dedicated Fitness and Mindset Coach.

In 2000, at the age of 17, Andy was pregnant and afraid. On food stamps and with minimal assistance, she put herself through school while juggling being a mom and working to support her mini family. In 2010, Andy graduated as an Electrical Engineer and got herself to a position where she was making a ton of money but still unhappy. Money was NOT the answer.

Overweight and self medicating on drugs and alcohol, Andy had a moment of clarity where she understood that things needed to change. On November 20, 2014, Andy made a choice that would forever change her. She quit drinking and doing drugs through the help of a 12 step program.

Over the years, the tools that she has learned has helped to inform her method of personal training, yoga, and mindset coaching to help others begin to realize their own inner power.

Andy's Website, Instagram, Facebook

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#74 – Tony Hoffman: From Prison To The Olympics

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:30:00 -0000

From Prison To Rio Olympics

World Ranked After paroling prison on December 13, 2008, Tony Hoffman started living out his dream, with his addiction behind him. Tony is a Former BMX Elite Pro and placed 2nd at the 2016 World Championships in Medellin Colombia in the Masters Pro class. Tony coached Women’s Elite Pro, Brooke Crain, to a 4th place finish at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games in Brazil. His story is full of redemption as he has seen some of the highest highs, and the lowest lows. Tony has presented on the prestigious TEDx stage and his Goalcast video that went viral in February of 2020 has been viewed more than ten million times. He is the Founder and Director of The Freewheel Project, a non-profit organization that mentors thousands of youth through action sports. Today, Tony is one of the most requested substance abuse speakers in the country, traveling over 200 days a year to share his inspiring story with various audiences. In 2021, he will be finishing his highly anticipated autobiography, “From Prison To The Olympics- The Tony Hoffman Story.” Tony’s future goal is to open the Tony Hoffman Wellness Center where he hopes to redirect the lives of those struggling with addiction onto the path of sobriety and purpose.

The Early Years Tony has been sober since May 17th, 2007. His BMX career started in high school, as he was a top-ranked BMX amateur with multiple endorsements. As a native of Clovis, Ca, where he attended Clovis High School, Tony started drinking alcohol, smoking marijuana, and using prescription painkillers such as Vicodin and Oxycontin by his senior year. His life took a turn for the worse as he became addicted at such a young age, losing everything. In 2004 Tony committed a home invasion armed robbery, and was ultimately sent to prison for two years in 2007. Tony had violated his probation and knows the depths of addiction, and understands the despair addicts go through as even a ten-year prison sentence threat, could not stop him from using during his probation. Tony began rebuilding his life’s purpose while he spent two years in prison. As soon as he was released, he used the positive and negatives of his life to get to where he is, today.

Today Tony is a changed man, and inspires so many to live their life with purpose. Tony has dedicated his life, to bringing awareness around the country, describing how dangerous prescription pill and heroin abuse are, as well as advocating a shift in thinking towards current addiction-recovery processes.

Contact info Tony's website, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

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#73 – J. Maxwell: Sober Thoughts From The Crazy House

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Poet J. Maxwell shares his chronicles of a wayward youth to uncontrollable self-loathing addict in a downward spiral finally crawling from the wreckage in an artistic rebirth. He released his debut book 'Sober Thoughts From The Crazy House' in May of 2021. He is also a visual artist.

Connect with J. Maxwell on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

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#72 – Tommy Figlioli: That's What Junkies Do

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Tommy's story starts innocently enough in 1980's Brooklyn, NY, as a young boy, Thomas Figlioli, makes a bad choice so he could gain the respect of a group of kids he looked up to and admired. Alcohol gives him the courage to be the person he always wanted to be. His fear and insecurity leaves and his lifelong struggle begins. Being a good student, Thomas lands a scholarship to Pace University in Pleasantville, New York, where his alcohol use and hard partying ways increase with each passing day. When things start to turn sour in Pleasantville, he moves back to Brooklyn for a geographic change. It is back in his old hometown that his life starts to unravel at a steady and almost torturous pace. After losing a promising career in the financial industry, his life turns even darker, eventually being hospitalized in a psych unit for alcohol and cocaine use. Once released he immediately reverts to the same ways. Tommy's life becomes a vicious cycle of addiction, graduating to harder and more damaging drugs. There is nothing he won't do and nobody he won't hurt. When thoughts of ending it all become a better choice than living how he is, Tommy finally asks for help and gets it through a twelve step recovery program. He comes back to life only to fall back into his old ways a few short years later. Now, a grown man and upstanding citizen, with a career, a fiancé and people who count on him every day, Tommy secretly navigates his way through a seven-and-a-half-year struggle with various prescription medications, eventually finding his way back to recovery and the life he always prayed for when times were at their worst.

You can find Tommy's book "That's What Junkies Do" on Amazon

You can contact Tommy on Facebook and Instagram @tfiggy0918

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#71 – Martin Parker: Keep It Steady

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Martin is a single father, diagnosed with Parkinson's at 32, a natural physique competitor and an award winning inspirational speaker. He has been living sober for over 5 years. On October 28, 2015 Martin found himself in his car that had flipped upside down in a ditch in his underwear and decided right then and there that his life needed to change. He pulled myself out of the ditch not remembering how he got there. He looked down at his truck upside down in the ditch. The tire was still spinning, it had lost it's grip and lost it's purpose, like him. He knew it was time to retread, repurpose, and keep it steady. He got up, got his life together and decided he would give the finger to both addiction and Parkinson's Disease. He launched the "Keep It Steady" movement to help inspire others living through similar challenges. He shares the lessons he has learned on a recovery journey and his experiences navigating Parkinson’s disease to inspire others to step forward and claim their best lives possible. @martinpkis #whatsshakinkeepitstead

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#70 – Craig Lewis: Surviving The Impossible

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Craig Lewis is a human being who learned the hard way the difference between being alive and truly living. Craig believes that if you do the personal work that you need to do, whatever that work may be; you will experience improvements. Having lived in Mexico now for over two years, Craig is successfully making progress in experiencing greater degrees of inner peace. He recently published both ‘The Craig Lewis Guide to Surviving the Impossible’ and “You’re Crazy” Volume Two and he finds happiness in growing roses, loving cats and doing whatever he wants.

Contact information: punx.in.recovery@gmail.com Mental Health Affairs Blog

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#69 – Brock Bevell: Chase The Vase

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Brock Bevell is a well-regarded family man with 7 children, six daughters and one son. He is a retired Police Officer who was run over on duty and ultimately retired from the injuries. The injuries caused him to endure numerous knee surgeries and constant rehabilitation. To deal with the pain, he was prescribed Opioids. After months and months of therapy, the department and doctors made the determination that his injuries would prevent him from doing the job effectively and could place others at risk. It was decided that he would be medically retired from the department.

For the next few years, Brock struggled with being retired. The day after turning in his equipment, he felt ostracized and not a part of the brotherhood. This was a huge blow to his ego. One day your chasing bad guys and the next your picking up your kid’s toys. It was a difficult transition. It was at this time, that Brock’s addiction took control of his emotions and he began to spin out of control, and he proceeded to self-medicate himself. During the height of his addiction, he went through a very difficult divorce. He lost time with his children and made poor decisions costing him his children’s trust. Brock was a highly successful and functioning man despite his opioid habit. He continued to struggle with his moral compass being broken. He did not believe that the met the stereotypical image of a drug addict. At least the ones he had arrested. He worked tirelessly to battle his addiction and strengthen his relationship with his Higher Power. He tried to cut down, cut back and cut off his opioid intake. But because the opioids were being prescribed by his doctor, he justified the need for them.

www.chasethevase.com

Chase The Vase Podcast

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#68 – Clint Adams: Lighting the Blue Flame

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000

I am a former Victorian police officer who studied psychology and later, Rehabilitation Counseling. My police, counseling injury management, senior HR roles and working with asylum seekers have made me develop insights into the psychology and social interactions of individuals in trying conditions. have developed various behavioral and leadership programs to help people deal with various issues from PTSD to bullying and harassment. I am a keynote speaker on Suicide Prevention and Diversity and runs programs on mental health and wellbeing for corporate organizations and sporting organizations for teens. I am the author of a book called Lighting the Blue Flame. The book is written as a story of a teen who commits suicide because of being bullied, but wants his death to at least have an impact to change things so it doesn’t happen to others. So he decides to send those he believes are responsible for him being bullied, those who watched and laughed and the school for not doing enough. Ultimately the school gets me involved as a character in the book to help them and the students deal with the suicide, but also look at how they can prevent it from happening again. I also help the mother deal with her grieving process. The book has a lot of QR codes throughout for more information and also just random things teenagers would send each other on social media, so it is a little more interactive than other books. It also has it’s own soundtrack as I wanted to add that extra layer of depth to the experience as music can emphasise how people feel and experience things.

For more information visit https://blueflameprojects.com.au/

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#67 – Will Black: The Balanced Self

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000

After overcoming years of depression and alcoholism, Will now three years sober, helps others overcome their own obstacles. As a Self Mastery Coach, Will empowers driven individuals to reduce anxiety, find clarity and live balanced lives." Using a holistic approach incorporating meditation, yoga, mindfulness practices, and more, Will teaches his clients the modalities that helped him and guides them to break free of their limitations.

Website: https://www.willowenblack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.balanced.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.balanced.self

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#66 – Beth Gardner: Self-Reliant

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Since my retirement from the National sport of Rowing in 1999, I have been following a dual career path in the Investment and Cancer Non-profit Industries including Row for the Cure Philadelphia, LiveSTRONG, Susan G. Moment and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Currently, my focus is strictly in Public Relations, Communications and Marketing. Now, 20 years cancer free after being diagnosed just one month after my 30th birthday, I am broadening my cancer advocacy work by applying my B.S Psychology Degree from Drexel University and my Life Coach Certification from World Coaching Institute, by offering one-on-one confidential guidance to those adverse to addiction and cancer. This includes cancer patients and caregivers.See www.selfreliant.info

My additional deep-rooted expertise and passions are in:

Investment Management,
High Profile Fortune 500 Level Fundraising,
Public Speaker and Media Booking,
Book and DVD Marketing,
Public Relations & Communications,
Center of Influence Networking,
AWAI Certified Copywriter,
SEO,
General Marketing,

These skills have been used at times simultaneously to transform investment corporate communications and event planning for multiple non-profit and for-profit organizations to raise record funds and drive significant sales growth. They have also increased booking and sales for Motivational, Key Note and Public Speakers. Since my retirement from the National sport of Rowing in 1999, I have been following a dual career path in the Investment and Cancer Non-profit Industries including Row for the Cure Philadelphia, LiveSTRONG, Susan G. Moment and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Currently, my focus is strictly in Public Relations, Communications and Marketing.

_“You Can Heal Your Life”_ by Louis Hay

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-a-gardner-267a6b6a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tall.glass.h20/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.gardner.1232

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#65 – Jesse Harless: If Not You, Then Who?

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Jesse Harless is a leader and facilitator in the addiction recovery and mental health space. As CEO of Entrepreneurs in Recovery®, he facilitates highly experiential online and in-person trainings that help individuals and organizations harness their strengths, elevate purpose, and build safety. Jesse holds a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rivier University and is a Resilience coach, HeartMath® certified trainer, and bestselling author of If Not You, Then Who? To learn more, visit www.JesseHarless.com or check out his Instagram

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#64 – Justin Brien: Finding Your "Why"

Wed, 26 May 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Justin Brien is a Mental Health Advocate / Inspirational Speaker and Life Coach working in Salmon Arm BC. For over half of his lifetime, he has been riddled with an endless cycle of addiction stemming from mental health. He has battled dark nights filled with loneliness and doubt, questioning whether or not he would make it to see his son graduate, ride a bike, or even through the night. It was during this time by his own sheer mental determination and ultimately his will to live and succeed that he decided to find his “why” in life.

You can find out more about Justin at JustinBrein.com or Instagram

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#63 – Jeff Vickers: Sober Slogans

Wed, 19 May 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Jeff Vickers is a recovering addict and a self proclaimed "sober enthusiast" He is currently writing a series of books called Sober Slogans. It is a 3-part book series. Even if you're not in recovery you've heard the motto, "One Day at a Time." But what does that really mean to the recovering addict? Book 1: "Recovery Mottos We Love" Here we delve into 7 known mottos.

Order your copy of 'Sober Slogans: Recovery Mottos We Love' on Amazon

Sober Slogans Facebook

Sober Slogans Instagram

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#62 – Nadia Bruce-Rawlings: Driving In The Rain

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Nadia Bruce-Rawlings uses grains of her once gritty life to infuse her stories with cathartic realism. She grew up traveling the world and living in various countries before settling in Los Angeles, where she began a long career in the film industry.

In recovery since 1998 from drugs, alcohol, and an abusive upbringing, she and her husband have settled into the Nashville area, where she writes by the lake when she can escape their six kids and dog.

NadiaBruceRawlings.com

Books: Scars and Driving In The Rain

Instagram @NadiaBruceRawlings

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Chat and Spin Radio UK

Sat, 08 May 2021 20:08:44 -0000

I had the honor of chatting with Ron Clark on Chat and Spin Radio in England UK.

ChatAndSpinRadio.com

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#61 – J.T. Wahlberg: I Forgot To Stay Sober

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:30:00 -0000

J. T. Wahlberg wrote this book to help people understand what to expect when they decide to change their relationship with alcohol. He also hopes this book will serve as a warning to readers that if they want to end their addiction, they should do so in consultation with their doctor.

J. T. lives in Port Credit, Ontario, with his fiancé, and he has “forgotten to drink alcohol” for the past six years.

Instagram @jtwahlberg http://www.jtwahlberg.com

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#60 – Ed Kressy: Just Because You're Done With Drugs, Doesn't Mean Drugs Are Done With You

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:30:00 -0000

By the grace of God and second chances, Ed Kressy went from being arrested by the FBI, to being recognized with a community service award…by the FBI director! His story proves: with help, it’s possible to overcome devastating drug addiction and mental health challenges. And second chances benefit those of us who give them, as well as those of us who receive them

Ed spent much of his life abusing the many privileges society gave him—he threw away his career, home, and beloved dog, and pushed away everyone who loved him. But amazing people—including many who are/were incarcerated—inspired him to pursue a life of giving to society, including volunteering inside maximum-security prisons and jails.

Ed had every reason to fear and mistrust law enforcement: deep in meth psychosis, he became certain the FBI engineered a conspiracy against him because he inadvertently befriended a 9/11 hijacker. Yet women and men in law enforcement took time to connect with him on a human level, inspiring him to volunteer assisting police better serve communities affected by addiction and incarceration

Along the way, Ed discovered faith in God, overcame suicidal depression and crippling anxiety, and achieved his dream of publishing a book.

You can find out more about Ed at: http://authoredkressy.com Instagram and Twitter @edkressy

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#59 – Antoinette La Fauci: Lost Dreams Awaken

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Antoinette started using at the age of 13. After years of going in and out of rehabs she was able to turn her life around. Antoinette celebrated 16 years in clean in July 2020 and is now a drug and alcohol counselor in the Philadelphia area. She is working on her Masters Degree and hopes to one day help veterans at the local VA hospital.

You can follow Antoinette's journey on Instagram @dollface_vendetta

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#58 – Dai Manuel: Healthier Body, Mind and Spirit

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:30:00 -0000

My passion is to engage and challenge people in living healthy, more active lifestyles. With increasing obesity rates and a lack of focus and education on preventive medicine, our country is facing a health epidemic. The solution starts with parents modeling a healthy active lifestyle for their children to follow.

https://www.daimanuel.com https://www.amazon.ca/Manuels-Whole-Life-Fitness-Manifesto/dp/1928055079

Instagram and Twitter @daimanuel

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#57 – Brett Morris: Recovery Survey

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Thank you all so much for supporting Recovery Survey! It's hard to believe that it's already been a year!

On today's episode I share my story of recovery. If I can do it, so can you! If you need help or support please reach out on social media. You can find me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @recoverysurvey or you can email me at recoverysurveypod@gmail.com

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#56 – Christy Chavez and Nichole Apedaile: Supporting a Loved One in Recovery

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:30:00 -0000

I am Christy Chavez the mother of a 26 year old 31 month recovering heroine addict and very passionate about addiction and I know how important sharing our story as the support people is!!! We are trying to end the stigma of addiction by sharing our amazing story, the practices we did to support my son and how important great support is for a loved one in recovery!!! I can be reached on Instagram @christy.chavez29 if you have any questions or need someone to talk to!!!

I’m Nichole Apedaile and I’m an active support for my brother who is a recovering heroin addict. I’m passionate about sharing the importance and part support people can play in the addiction and recovery process. I’m currently going to school go be a therapist to help those struggling with addiction. You can follow me/reach me with any questions at @nicchic5 on Instagram!

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#55 – Sunil Godse: Intuition

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:30:00 -0000

After making a series of bad decisions, with one leading to a friend being shot and killed, Sunil Godse spent thousands of hours on research and interviews to find out that the reason we waste time making bad decisions is because we ignore our intuition, a subconscious phenomenon that we are all born with that helps us make the right decision at the right time in any situation we find ourselves in. Sunil developed a seven step process that shows you how to sharpen your intuition so that the only decisions you make are the right ones in any situation that move your life forward.

Website: https://www.intuitionology.com Podcast: https://www.intuitionology.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunilgodse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intuitionology/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunilgodse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sunilgodse

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#54 – Sara Jean Impaglia: Hooded Hero

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:30:00 -0000

Sara Impaglia was born and raised in Central New York! She is newly married and has 3 beautiful dogs who are their entire lives. Sara works as a full time welder making industrial laundry equipment. Welding has played a significant role in her life and recovery. She was introduced to welding during the lowest point in her life, and it has been the glue and structure really holding her life together these past 10 years. Sara recently celebrated 10 years heroin free and just want to keep getting her story out there to hopefully inspire others addicts and show them all that is possible!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Sarajeanwelds?ref=search_shop_redirect Instagram @sara.jean48 TikTok @sara.jean.jacket

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#53 – Eric Almeida: Emotional Freedom Technique

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Eric Almeida is an emotional healer who is focused on helping others and has a passion and care for guiding his clients towards embracing their true selves.

He is the founder and CEO of Eric EFT, an organization dedicated towards self fulfillment, Eric has the unique ability to accompany his clients through the process of releasing the emotional weight from their past and being able to embrace their strength, passion & dignity.

www.ericeft.com https://www.facebook.com/ericalmeidaeft https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-almeida-547b2b19/

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#52 – Dirk Foster: Surviving Sobriety

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Dirk Foster is a professionally trained and certified addiction recovery coach and life coach who lives in Truckee, CA, near Lake Tahoe. As a Sober Life Coach, Dirk specializes in building sober, confident men and women in early recovery. In addition to his training and certification, Dirk is the author of six books about addiction. He is also the founder of the Sober Journey Facebook group. Equally important, Dirk is a recovering alcoholic and addict with 13 years of successful sobriety. Before getting sober, Dirk was unemployed, broke, and struggling with depression and chronic health problems. Since getting sober in 2007, Dirk has regained his health, gotten married, launched two companies, purchased a home, written six books about addiction, and helped many people in recovery.

www.sobercoachdirk.com https://www.facebook.com/recoverydirk TikTok: @sobercoachdirk

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#51 – Robin Clare: Feast & Famine

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Robin’s path to becoming a spiritual author and recovery, writing coach began by leaving her traditional business career to become her authentic spiritual self. When her deep passion for spirituality and wellness finally won over, she traveled the globe to study with spiritual masters while developing her Divine gifts. Only after revealing her deepest dark secret, Robin Clare became her most authentic spiritual self. Struggling with food addiction and bulimia for decades, she finally dug deep into current and past lives to heal wounds that had blocked success and fed her active addiction.Now in recovery, Robin is fulfilling her mission as a speaker and recovery, writing coach. As an author, she documented her extraordinary spiritual journey in the highly-acclaimed Messiah Within, followed by Amazon bestsellers, The Divine Keys, and now, Feast & Famine_. Awards include 10 Best Life/Business Coaches _and 10 Best Energy Healers in The Natural Nutmeg Readers Polls of 2017-2020.

https://clare-ity.squarespace.com https://www.facebook.com/ClareityWithRobin Twitter @ClareityRobin

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[Bonus] Leanne and Brett Live on Stereo

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 02:00:58 -0000

Leanne Villani from BeYouFullMind and Brett Morris from Recovery Survey talk live on Stereo about rock bottom.

#50 – Eli Weinstein: The Dude Therapist

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Eli is a Social Work therapist who has worked in a psych hospital, intense outpatient clinic and currently works in a community clinic in queens. He created ELIvation to fill a need to help those in struggling times and add some extra inspiration and motivation into everyday life. Eli has been featured on Kelly Clarkson show, IVF Warrior, Fruitful, Breaking Taboo and on multiple podcast ranging from parenting, relationships, mental health and infertility. His main goal is to help people on their journey to add support, care, empathy, expertise, and insight. He run events, seminars and individual coaching on topics from mental health awareness, public speaking coaching, relationship coaching and confidence boosting.

Instagram @elivation_therapist Website: https://www.elivation.org/ Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1052086

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#49 – Chrissy Carrozza: Misdiagnosed: What Can Happen When Your Doctor Gets It Wrong

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Chrissy Carrozza, co-host of One Podcast At A Time shares her story of addiction, misdiagnosis and recovery.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-podcast-at-a-time/id1502935350 https://opaat.podbean.com/ https://www.facebook.com/1podaat/

Instagram @onepodcastatatime @1podaat @sheargenius_

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#48 – David LeMarr: How to Cripple Anxiety

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:30:00 -0000

David LeMarr, an Oklahoma native, graduated from Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas. Being the son of a pastor himself, David has spent his entire life centered around serving the local church. In 2015, David answered the call to serve as Youth Pastor at FountainGate Fellowship in Abilene, Texas. Currently, he serves as an Executive Pastor at FountainGate Fellowship with his wife, Paula, and their one son Benjamin.

“How to Cripple Anxiety" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08QF33JZX/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/WHATEVER222ification

Instagram @davidlemarr

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#47 – Leanne Villani: BeYouFullMind

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Leanne Villani is an entrepreneur, founder of Beyoufullmind LLC, Positive Mindshift Life Coach and Podcast host on Beyoufullmind.

You can find out more at: https://beyoufullmind.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyoufullmind/id1439150533 https://wavve.link/Beyoufullmind Instagram and Twitter @beyoufullmind

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#46 – Sandra Landau: Light It Up

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Sandra Landau founded Rockstar Testimony LLC with the mission to inspire and encourage the world to be an example. Creating a chain of inspiration and encouragement using awareness and participation to spread love and light with kindness and acts of kindness.

You can find out more at: https://www.rockstartestimony.com https://loveandlighttotheworld.com https://www.facebook.com/LightItUpChallenge/ Instagram @rockstartestimony Twitter @Light__It__Up

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#45 – Joshua Shea: He’s a Porn Addict… Now What?

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Joshua Shea works as an author and speaker sharing his story and educating about addiction. Pornography-free since March 2014, he believes that if we can begin to talk more about porn addiction and mental health, others may be able to address their addictions before they devolve to the unhealthy levels that he reached. Joshua also address a lot to the issues that come with being a partner of a porn addict and raising children in a world of high-speed Internet access. He has written three books, designed an online course for partners and coaches/advises both addicts and partners.

For more resources visit https://recoveringpornaddict.com www.amazon.com/author/joshuashea Twitter: @PAddictRecovery Instagram: @PAddictRecovery

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#44 – Dr. Linville Meadows: A Physician's Journey of Recovery

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

Dr. Linville Meadows is a speaker and writer. He shares his unique experience of recovery as a physician.

You can find Dr. Linville's book A Spiritual Pathway to Recovery from Addiction, A Physician's Journey of Discovery on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FCWRWK1/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_09cZFbW1208JV

You can contact Dr. Meadows at https://www.theanswerisrecovery.com https://www.spiritualpathwaytorecovery.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/linville-m-meadows-m-d-46006715/ Instagram @linville_meadows Twitter @meadowslin

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#43 – Zach Wright: Broken Lenses

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 13:30:00 -0000

My good friend Zach and I sat down and had a conversation about the time leading up to him getting into recovery and his brand new podcast Broken Lenses. You can listen to his podcast now on Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/show/3ULl2g2sP8QEdwlYtNEtAW?si=TLe6EFXAR5i71Tcw9Vcj4w https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broken-lenses/id1546570604?uo=4

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#42 – Brian Wall: Dual Diagnosis

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Brian Wall is a Mental Health & Addiction Specialist with over 20 years experience. He shares his journey of finding long lasting recovery and the struggles he has encountered along the way.

You can contact Brian at https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-k-wall/

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#41 – Chris "Tuna" Hunter: Veteran in Recovery

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Chris Hunter aka Tuna shares his journey of early recovery and his struggles with PTSD. Tuna recently celebrated 10 years clean. He is also a host on One Podcast At A Time and The American Divide.

You can contact Chris at https://www.facebook.com/1podaat/ https://yardbirdtuna.com Instagram @yardbirdtuna

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#40 – Chrissy Morris: Married to an Addict

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Episode Notes

My wife Chrissy and I have a conversation of what it's like being married to an addict. How her thoughts of addicts have changed since we've met and what things worry her.

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#39 – Tim Davis: Tripolar

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Tim Davis shares his inspiring journey of addiction and recovery. As a boy he suffered trauma at a very young age which shakes his world. his beliefs, and his faith. This leads him down a dark path into drug addiction and alcoholism, before he surrenders to his disease and accepts his bipolar disorder diagnosis. He finds triathlons and ultra endurance racing as an empowering outlet that helps transform him and becomes a positive outlet for treating his manic bipolar systems. Using newfound coping techniques, he learns to channel his addictive personality towards positive change and unbelievable accomplishments.

https://ultratimdavis.com https://www.facebook.com/ultratimdavis1/ Twitter @ultratimdavis1 Instagram @tripolar_tim

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#38 – Frank Shea: Juggalos in Recovery

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Juggalos in Recovery started on May 20, 2014 as a Facebook group called "recovery in the juggalo world". Since then we have continued growing from the outpouring love of the juggalo community and for that we thank you. our current mission is to spread happiness, love, knowledge, and support to ANY one who needs it.

You can find out more about Juggalos in Recovery: http://www.juggalosinrecovery.com https://www.facebook.com/JuggalosinRecovery Instagram @JuggalosinRecovery Twitter @juggalosinreco1

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#37 – Tony Redding: The Struggles in Recovery

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Tony Redding is a co-host on the recovery podcast 'One Podcast At A Time' and he is here today to share his recovery story.

You can contact Tony on Instagram @tony_meets_world Facebook https://www.facebook.com/anthony.redding.1023

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-podcast-at-a-time/id1502935350

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#36 – Dean Freeberg: Crush Goliath

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:30:00 -0000

Dean shares his experience from a long and winding road of alcoholism, deep depression, drug addiction, PTSD, survivor's guilt, self-loathing, self-pity, and a host of other obstacles.

Instagram @crush_goliath Twitter @crushgoliath https://crushgoliath.com https://www.amazon.com/Dean-Freeberg/e/B079VG9CCG%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

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#35 – Tracy Brinkmann: Dark Horse

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:30:00 -0000

From hitting the rock bottom of drugs, divorce, bankruptcy and even the death of an 18 month old daughter to running the planning & marketing of some of corporate America’s finest companies to his own marketing company helping small business owners be seen.

Contact Information: http://darkhorseschooling.com Instagram and Twitter @TracyBrinkmann

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#34 – James Beaulieu: Energy Healer

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 13:30:00 -0000

James was born with inherent spiritual gifts. He could feel people's emotions, hear their spirit guides and was even born having knowledge of previous life times. Having been born with spiritual gifts did not make his life easy. James experienced a childhood of turmoil. Bullying, emotional and sexual abuse, depression and addiction clouded his adolescence. Having had a enough of his suffering at the age of 13 James set out on a path of healing and enlightenment. He spent his teenage years studying all kinds of spiritual practices. Along his studies of ancient and modern religions and esoteric teachings James found what he calls "golden nuggets" of truth. James had only been 2 years on his spiritual journey of awakening when he had a Spiritual Initiation. One day in a deep meditative state, James experienced a deep inner realization of his suffering. He was overcome with a feeling of Unconditional Love that forever changed his life. Shortly after this inner expansion James found himself incredibly Clairvoyant. He learned to use this new found ability to visit and communicate with people who have passed on and deliver their messages. Being a "spiritual baby" on this new found path James set out to learn from Masters, Shamans and Beings from other planes, to teach him how to master this new found gift. He studied ancient forms of healing, modern day energy healing, he even studied the catholic rite of exorcisms. All in pursuit to help ease the suffering of people, as he has experienced within himself. Four Years into James' Journey he began his spiritual sessions. Having spent 4 years of his life developing himself and his soul it was time for him to begin his life's work. He began hosting meditation circles where people from all over Long Island would come to develop themselves. It was around this time James had received a powerful healing technique he calls MultiDimensional Healing. James began to activate people's self healing powers. He began to cause immediate healing in these peoples lives. Emotional scars, stored trauma, spiritual Initiations and even healing a case of MS. James now finds himself on a mission to help develop YOU to your own inner mysteries and raise you to your next step on your spiritual journey.

Contact information: https://21stcenturymystic.square.site Instagram @21centurymystic

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#33 – Kevin Barhydt: Abandoned. Abused. Addicted. Recovered!

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 12:30:00 -0000

Kevin Barhydt is the author of the book "Dear Stephen Michael's Mother - A Memoir" which will be released on November 10th 2020. Kevin developed a YouTube channel specifically to serve individuals healing from the adverse affects of abandonment, adoption, child sexual abuse and addiction. In the past two years Kevin has created over 60 episodes, and conducted in-depth interviews. He has appeared in media & podcast interviews as an addiction, adoptee, and child sexual abuse victim’s advocate. Kevin serves on the board of the Rainbow Access Initiative, dedicated to ensuring the comprehensive physical and mental health care and human services for the LGBTQ+ community. He is a Senior Learning and Inclusive Technology Analyst at Union College in Schenectady, NY.

You can find Kevin at: https://www.kevinbarhydt.com https://twitter.com/kevinbarhydt https://www.facebook.com/kevinbarhydtofficial https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinbarhydtofficial https://www.instagram.com/kevinbarhydt

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#32 – Aaron Pareigis: Benefits of Yoga in Recovery

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 12:30:00 -0000

Aaron became a spiritual warrior after September 11, 2001. He practices the life coaching techniques of Tony Robbins, Stoic philosophy, 12 Step and Yogic spirituality. He’s a YogaBeast!

You can find out more about Aaron at: https://www.arjunayoga.life/book-online?fbclid=IwAR1wX5TRKExhg38NA88l7jCBJP3RdBJ_JMGK_eS-jqV_Y9mwPd4sSLv05fE https://www.facebook.com/AYogaBeast/ Instagram @a_yoga_beast

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#31 – Drew Assini: Meditation

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 12:30:00 -0000

Drew Assini is a Guide, Facilitator & Fellow Traveler. He has 14 years in Recovery, 10 years as a Meditation Practitioner, 10 years as a Mental Health Professional and 5 years as a College Professor.

You can find out more about Drew at: https://helpingfolksremember.org https://www.facebook.com/drewassini/ Instagram @drewassini

And be sure to check out his podcast 'The Driveabout Podcast'

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#30 – Eric Esposito: Overcoming Obstacles

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 12:30:00 -0000

Eric Esposito is a survivor of a traumatic brain injury, triathlete, author and blogger. He shares his story of addiction and overcoming obstacles.

You can follow his journey at: https://esposwimbikerun.com Twitter and Instagram: @esposwimbikerun

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#29 – Don Cummins: From Bank Robber to Success

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 12:30:00 -0000

Don Cummins is a speaker, author, coach, and advocate. Don’s message is for anyone who wants to overcome their obstacles, find freedom within, and create the life they want. Extreme addiction, incarceration, and mental health challenges were among the challenges that Don faced, but he turned it around. And so can anyone.

Contact Information: https://www.don-cummins.com https://www.facebook.com/DonCumminsLive/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doncummins/ Twitter @_doncummins Instagram @don_cummins

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#28 – Chris and JD: Fearless Recovery MMA

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Fearless Recovery MMA is a nonprofit organization, located in Pinellas County, FL, that has designed an action based, induction curriculum for people in recovery, or suffering from anxiety, depression, or PTSD. When training in MMA, you're not only stimulating healthy endorphins that reduce substance dependency, you are also maximizing the positive reinforcement of healthy relationships. Studies show that disciplined MMA training can be biologically more stimulating than most addictive substances.

http://fearlessrecoverymma.com

https://www.facebook.com/fearlessrecoverymma

Instagram @fearlessrecoverymma

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#27 – Merrit Hartblay: Lost Innocence

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Merrit Hartblay is a Chemical Dependency Counselor with a Masters in Social Work from State University of New York at Binghamton.
As well as the author of Lost Innocence: My Journey From Addiction to Recovery.

You can contact Merrit at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrit-hartblay-0408051/

Twitter: @mhartbl1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FP5V2JZ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_bqTsFbET7YZ3H

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#26 – Harriet Hunter: Miracles of Recovery

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Author of Miracles of Recovery: Daily Meditations of Hope, Courage and Faith Harriet Hunter joins me for a conversation about life's hardships and learning to overcome them without the use of drugs or alcohol.

https://harriethunter.org Twitter: @Elizza6

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#25 – Patt Ochoa: From Skid Row to CEO

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Patt has over a decade of experience with recovery. He founded 11:11 Coaching to help mentor adolescents and families with substance abuse and mental health issues, he does business development for SLO Recovery Center and he is also a part of Harmonium which provides a clean a sober space for people at music Festivals.

https://www.pattochoa.com https://www.slorecoverycenter.com https://www.harmoniuminc.org https://www.facebook.com/coachingwithpattochoa Instagram: @1111_coaching_with_patt Twitter: @1Intervention

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#24 – Brandon Novak: The Streets of Baltimore

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Brandon Novak tells us about his life on the streets of Baltimore using heroin and ending up on life support for seven days to celebrating five years clean.

https://brandonnovak.com Twitter: @Brandon_Novak Instagram: brandon__novak

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#23 – Blake Cohen: Addiction from the Family's Perspective

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I had the opportunity to talk with Blake Cohen best selling author, certified addictions professional, life coach and fellow Recovery Podcaster about Addiction and how it affects the family.

You can find his book "I Love You, More: Short Stories of Addiction, Recovery, and Loss From the Family's Perspective" on Amazon.

https://NextLevelRecoveryAssociates.com

https://BlakeEvanCohen.com

Instagram: @BlakeEvanC

LinkedIn: Blake Cohen, CAP

Podcast title: Overcoming Adversity Podcast

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#22 – Brett Baker: Another Direction

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Brett Baker discusses the benefits that backpacking can have for on-going recovery and tells us about his company Another Direction that uses the power of wilderness as the platform to combine all the tools you need to thrive. His approach combines mental health exercises, physical exertion, stretching, nutritional supplementation, writing exercises, meditation, and knowledge for a comprehensive wellness bootcamp that will give you the skills to not only fill your own bucket, but to go beyond just being “ok” and entering into a state of flourishing.

You can find out more at www.findanotherdirection.com

On Facebook at www.facebook.com/FindAnotherDirection/

Or on Instagram @FindAnotherDirection

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#21 – Curt Eichelberger: Skate Straight

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I had the opportunity to talk with Curt the founder of Skate Straight.

You can find Skate Straight of Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/skatestraightdallastexas/

Or on Instagram @skatestraightdallas

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#20 – Chris Hamilton aka Ill Tone: Recovery Journey

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Canadian hip-hop artist Ill Tone tells us about his Recovery Journey.

You can listen to his music at https://illtone.bandcamp.com

Follow him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ILLTONESMUSIC/

Or follow him on Instagram @illtonesmusic

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#19 – Jimmy Trent: Sex Addicted Christian

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Jimmy Trent shares with us part of his journey with Sex Addiction and how he overcame it with his four step system.

You can find the free four step guide as well as find out more about Jimmy's ministry at https://www.sexaddictedchristian.com

He also has a YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHacwubppJzPJOpwKoDcdyw

Or you can find him on Instagram @sexaddictedchristian

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#18 – Mark S: Story in Recovery

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Mark from Las Vegas tells us about his childhood running the streets to be in and out of hospitals and homeless shelters to carrying the message of recovery into Hospitals and Institutions.

You can find Mark on Instagram @lit1hundred YouTube: Mark E. Sansoucie - lit100 Facebook: Mark E. Sansoucie

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#17 – Ennovy Wolf-Sanchez: Life on Life's Terms

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Ennovy talks about how she navigated her life with overeating, interracial marriage, lose of family members and postpartum depression.

You can contact Ennovy on Instagram @ennspirations

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#15 – Bob G: Playing to Lose

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Bob G. tells us about his struggles with compulsive gambling addiction and his journey in recovery. He is the author of the book Playing to Lose: The True Story of a Christian Gambler

You can find the book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578233398/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_y0R0EbW71DXR7

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Six4Sixty-100275561679797/

Instagram: @six_4_sixty

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#14 – Eoin D: Mental Health and Recovery

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Eoin D. from Ireland shares with us his journey with Mental Health and Recovery

#13 – William C: Open-mindedness

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I've gotten to know William C. from Lake Charles, Louisiana over the last few months. He and I attend the same Noon meeting on Zoom and I always get something out of his sharing. On this episode he will be sharing with us his understanding of Open-mindedness.

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#12 – Never Be Done: The Richard Glen Lett Story

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Never Be Done: The Richard Glen Lett Story, this raw documentary follows controversial stand-up comedian Richard Lett’s private struggle of addiction that sabotaged his promising career; he lost everything, but lived to tell the tale.

The documentary will be released for rental and purchase on June 16, 2020 on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube Movies, AppleTV, Google Play, Vimeo, Microsoft XBOX, Direct TV, Breaker, Comcast, Cox Communications, Dish and Xfinity.

Contact Information: Website: https://neverbedone.com Twitter / Instagram: @NeverBeDoneFilm Facebook: https://facebook.com/neverbedone/

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#11 – Dan Caldwell: Why Therapy is Important in Recovery

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dan Caldwell founder of Caldwell Counseling Center in Houston, TX. He tells us about his journey in AA and his thoughts on recovery and other resources to help with recovering from substance abuse.

You can contact Dan at https://caldwellcounselingcenter.net

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#10 – Steve S: Mental Health

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Disclaimer: The following episode contains content about self-harm. Listener discretion is advised.

Our guest Steve S. tells us about losing his son Noah to mental health related issues and the other trials and tribulations of his recovery journey.

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#9 – Nick M: Mental Health and Recovery

Wed, 27 May 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Nick M. shares with us the ups and downs of his journey in recovery and what actions he is taking for his mental health.

#8 – Frederick Shegog: Mental Health

Wed, 20 May 2020 13:08:59 -0000

Frederick Shegog joins us again to share his experience with Mental Health. If you would like to find out more about Freddy his website is https://www.themessagellc.com

#7 – Jackson: Stay Stopped

Wed, 13 May 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I had the opportunity to talk with Jackson the founder of Stay Stopped United recovery apparel. He tells us about his journey and how he was inspired to start his own clothing brand.

You can find out more about Stay Stopped United at https://staystopped.shop or https://www.staystoppedunited.org and on instagram @stay.stopped

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#6 – Bobby C: Going Beyond the Known

Wed, 06 May 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Bobby C. gives us a glimpse at his early days and the beginning of his recovery journey and also asking us to go beyond the known.

You can contact Bobby C. at bobbycirillo@gmail.com or on Twitter @mytruthaboutAA

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#5 – Recovery Survey: Honesty

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

On this episode of Recovery Survey we hear from a diverse group of addicts and they share their understanding of Honesty and how it relates to their day-to-day life and their Recovery. A special thanks to Eddie L, Daniel B, Heather F, Sean & Christy S, Kevin P and Will B.

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#4 – Suleiman Hassan: Honesty, Open-mindedness and Willingness

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

Suleiman Hassan aka Soldiers for Recovery tells us a little about his journey of getting clean and his perspective on Honesty, Open-mindedness and Willingness.

You can find him on Instagram @soldiers_for_recovery

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#3 – Elizabeth Grant: The Ugly Icky Stuff

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I had the opportunity to speak with Elizabeth Grant the author of the book "It: The Ugly Icky Stuff and How I Learned to Trust" and she shared the inspiration of her book and her journey in recovery.

You can contact her at elizabethgrant.my-free.website

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#2 – Luke Cole: Honesty, Open-Mindedness and Willingness

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0000

I was giving the opportunity to speak with Luke Cole from Australia and he shed some light on his understanding of Honesty, Open-mindedness and Willingness

You can contact him at https://www.lukecole.com.au or on social media @heylukecole

Recovery Survey Trailer

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:09:53 -0000

Recovery Survey Trailer. Each episode will take a deep-dive into a Spiritual Principal with Recovering Addicts and explore their understanding of it.