My Steps to Sobriety

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Craig Mattson, an organizational researcher, professor at Calvin University, and expert in workplace communication. We dive deep into the pressures of the modern workplace, particularly for Gen Z and Millennial professionals, and explore how digital overwhelm, constant connectivity, and workplace technology are reshaping our daily lives.

In this inspiring interview, I sit down with Rebecca Armstead, a master-certified coach, consultant, and the founder of RISE Leadership, LLC. With over 20 years of experience working with at-risk and neurodivergent youth, Rebecca shares her personal journey from being a troubled teen to becoming a transformational leader dedicated to empowering young people. Having survived childhood abuse, the foster care system, homelessness, and unimaginable trauma, Rebecca turned her pain into purpose. Today, she works with teens struggling with severe behavioral issues, addiction, and even those rescued from human trafficking. Through transformational leadership, communication principles, and an entrepreneurial mindset, she helps young people replace destructive thought patterns, develop new skills, and rebuild their sense of self.

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Rising from the Ashes: Paul Davis' Story of Addiction, Loss, and Spiritual Rebirth In this powerful and deeply moving interview, Paul Davis opens up about his 23-year journey through addiction, abuse, loss, and spiritual transformation. After years of living on the streets, struggling with drugs and alcohol, Paul's life took him through unimaginable highs and lows—surviving a broken childhood, marriage, the loss of his beloved wife to cancer, and multiple struggles with love and relationships. Paul shares how his addiction recovery journey began just in time to take care of his wife, how he found hope and sobriety after her death, and how a life-changing encounter with God led him to Alcoholics Anonymous and spiritual healing. Through motorcycles, prayer, and God's guidance, Paul experienced a miraculous rebirth that completely transformed his life. In this raw and inspirational story, Paul offers hope and encouragement to others who are suffering in silence—whether it's addiction, grief, narcissistic relationships, or trauma. If you feel lost or trapped, this message is for you. Paul's voice offers the hope that recovery, healing, and spiritual peace are possible. Key Takeaways: Overcoming addiction and trauma through faith and spirituality Personal journey of healing and transformation Finding hope after loss and despair The power of prayer, spirituality, and community support (AA) Offering guidance for those struggling in toxic relationships and seeking recovery Join Paul as he shares his incredible story of redemption and healing. Whether you're on your own journey of recovery or seeking spiritual guidance, you'll find strength, hope, and inspiration in this powerful interview. #AddictionRecovery #SpiritualRebirth #HopeAndHealing #GodsGrace #12StepJourney #AA #AddictionAndFaith #TraumaHealing #OvercomingAddiction #LossAndGrief #HopeForTheHopeless #ChristianTestimony

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**Flavors of Confidence: Unpacking the SOBER Method with Massimo Rigotti** Join us for an inspiring interview with Massimo Rigotti, a distinguished speaker, addiction recovery advocate, and the author of the transformative memoir *Flavors of Confidence: A Reflection for Those in Need*. In this powerful conversation, Massimo shares his extraordinary journey from addiction to sobriety, as well as the creation of his life-changing approach—the SOBER Method™. Massimo's personal story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. From struggling with bipolar disorder and addiction to becoming a beacon of hope and confidence, his experiences led him to develop the SOBER Method™—a unique blend of Stoic philosophy, self-observation, behavior modification, and holistic restoration. In this interview, Massimo dives deep into: - How adopting a Stoic mindset can transform your journey to sobriety. - The key elements of the SOBER Method™ and how they can help you grow. - The power of sobriety as a foundation to build your legacy and live a life of confidence. Massimo's work continues to inspire countless individuals, showing them that confidence is not just a feeling, but a transformative force that can lead to profound personal change. If you're looking for motivation, practical guidance, or a roadmap to recovery, this interview is for you.

10 points in 10 minutes Crystal Hamilton: Redefining Family after religious trauma  1. Religious trauma is much more common than we think 2. Heal your self first  3. Listen to your thoughts - and question them  4. Question the expectation of others 5. Love yourself and understand why you tried to escape your reality 6. It's never too late to change  7. Seek community - you are not alone  8. Seek help - it is out there 9. Stop running, and face your shadow work 10. If you focus on your healing journey, life will without doubt improve.   Breaking Free: Redefining Family After Religious Trauma is the amazing journey of Crystal Hamilton. 3 Top Tips Trust your intuition Question everything Don't listen to your parents Social Media IG @crystal_redefines_family FB Crystal Redefines Family redefinefam.com

Join us in this fascinating interview with Amy, a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, bestselling author, and certified hypnotherapist, as we delve into her groundbreaking new book on harnessing everyday neuroplasticity to rewrite our life stories.  

Lisa Franz has a M.Sc. in Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Nutrition. She is the owner and head coach at Nutrition Coaching and Life and host of the Nutrition and Life Podcast. After struggling through various diets herself, Lisa learned about the evidence-based ways to change weight and body composition and has been fascinated with nutrition and building muscle ever since. Especially as a digital nomad (originally from Germany, currently residing in Colombia) and someone who loves to travel and explore (53 countries and counting), she feels like the right knowledge when it comes to nutrition and training has provided her with strategies that allow her to live a life she enjoys in a body she loves. Lisa aims to show and teach others that the same is possible for them, guiding them away from frustration about food and their bodies towards experiencing joy and contentedness 3 Top Tips  Prioritize protein and vegetables in most of your meals. Don't get caught up in all or nothing thinking - moderation and consistency are the way. Get clear on what you want in life, visualize that person and start showing up as them. The ultimate framework to lose the weight and keep it off Social Media Instagram: @nutritioncoachingandlife Website: www.nutritioncoachingandlife.com YouTube: @nutritioncoachingandlife Podcast: Nutrition & Life Podcast LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lisafranz-ncl

Finding Joy and Hope Amidst Chronic Inner Overwhelm and Chaos with Resilient Rosalie Corame In this episode, we welcome Resilient Rosalie Corame, a passionate advocate for trauma healing, who believes that no one should be a prisoner in their own mind or body due to past trauma. Rosalie shares her transformative journey from childhood trauma to healing, and how she's dedicated to helping others reclaim their peace and self-awareness. Rosalie grew up in the 1960s and 70s in a lower-middle-class academic family, with emotionally unavailable and depressed parents. It wasn't until adulthood that she realized how deeply her childhood experiences affected her. Her search for healing and peace led her into the Unification Church, where she entered an arranged marriage as part of a mass wedding at Madison Square Garden in 1982. Eventually, Rosalie left the organization and marriage after having four children, unknowingly passing on much of her own trauma. Through years of personal growth and transformational experiences, Rosalie began connecting with her body and discovering a more authentic sense of self. Her studies in trauma healing over the last decade grew out of these life-changing moments. She is an ISP-trained Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a NARM-Informed practitioner, with certifications in several healing modalities, including Inner Relationship Focusing, Somatic Skills, and Integrative Transformational Coaching. Today, Rosalie works one-on-one with clients to address the impacts of developmental trauma, such as confusion, overwhelm, disconnection, and inner fragmentation. She also leads online groups and is creating a free video course to guide others on their own healing journeys. Rosalie's Top 3 Tips for Healing:     It's okay to be the way you are — you have not failed.     You don't have to believe everything you think and feel; there is freedom in learning to question emotional messages from the past.     Change is challenging, but it is possible! Connect with Rosalie:     Website: rosaliecorame.net      Instagram: @rosaliecorame     Facebook: Rosalie Corame Free Resource:     Somatic Magic: Free video course on healing trauma Hashtags: #healtrauma #healingfromtrauma #globalhigh #selfhealingjourney #traumatherapy #authenticself #traumarecovery #selfempowerment #healingjourney #GHIA

Thomas J. LaGrave Jr. is a bestselling author, licensed clinical social worker, and the founder of Honor Bound Academy, a year-long immersive program based in Sonoma, California, dedicated to the education, healing, and mentorship of adolescent men. A former Hospital Corpsmen with the U.S. Navy SEALs, LaGrave has spent over 35 years working with more than 3,000 young men, specializing in the psychological and developmental challenges of adolescence and the transition to adulthood. A recovering addict and alcoholic for more than three decades, LaGrave draws from his personal journey and extensive professional background to offer deep insight into the complex struggles facing today's youth. His latest book, Special Welfare . Social Warfare launches in November and follows his earlier work, The Bell Tolls For Thee: A Soliloquy. LaGrave's career spans hospital work, adolescent mental health, addiction recovery, and youth incarceration programs. He also served as a Military Family & Life Consultant for U.S. Armed Forces Special Operations Command. His commitment to shaping the future of at-risk youth through innovative programs and personal mentorship has positioned him as a leading voice in adolescent mental health and social development. There is an individual seeking to represent America's youth at a national level. There are suggestions offered to the American population for supporting our youth. There is a one year, in person program that is offered as a "Rite of Passage," for youth ages 18, 19, and 20 as they transition from adolescence to adulthood. Website: https://thehonorboundacademy.org/contact/

The HEART Model: An Integrated Faith-Based & Psychological Approach to Heal from Trauma Benjamin B Keyes, PhD, EdD, NCC, CCMHC, LPC, MCT Professor/Director of Training and Internship for Masters of Mental Health Counseling Program Divine Mercy University Dr. Benjamin Keyes' specialties include dissociative disorders, domestic violence, child abuse, addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, human trafficking, and work with refugees. Dr. Keyes received his Doctorate in Rehabilitation Counseling in 1985 from International College and his most recent in Counseling Psychology from the University of Sarasota in 2003. He also has Doctoral Degrees in Theology, Divinity and Ministry. Over the years Dr. Keyes has worked extensively with hospitalization programs, and private practice, and has established himself as one of the leading program innovators for partial hospitalization programs. Dr. Keyes has been in Private Practice for over forty years and has been a researcher in Trauma and Dissociation for the last 26 years. Dr. Keyes and his colleagues have received the Richard A. Kluft Research Award for work and research in the People's Republic of China from the Journal of Trauma and Dissociation and the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation. His work dispelled the Cultural Model of Dissociation and has resulted in Dissociative Disorders being treated throughout mental health facilities in China. Dr. Keyes has also received The Hope Award from Restoration Ministries for his work in establishing, the HEART Model, a faith-based trauma model for working with Trafficked Survivors and complex trauma. Over the last six years, Dr. Keyes has been a Professor and Director for the Center for Trauma and Resiliency Studies at Divine Mercy University in Sterling, Virginia. As head of the Center for Trauma and Resiliency Studies, Dr. Keyes supervised the development and training of graduate students in First Response and Chronic Trauma. Dr. Keyes also serves the University as a Clinical Mental Health Program Professor. The Center's Trauma Team will deploy to traumatic events worldwide as needed, train professionals and paraprofessionals, and research the HEART Model and its ethics with trafficking survivors. The book The HEART Model is a 20-year project coming to fruition, following a 7-year study showing its efficacy. Dr. Keyes is also the Executive Director of The Green Cross Academy for Traumatology. He is happily married to Kim, has two adult children Shawn and Jasmin, and an adopted 10-year-old Garite, three beautiful granddaughters Violet, Amber, and Arella, and a Grandson, Xander.  3 Top Tips  Folks will understand that DID formerly MPD is something that people can heal from but takes work and time. Listeners will learn of a way to Hear God's Voice and be able to find a Real Living God without the need of Theology, Polity, or Denominationalism. Listeners will be able to apply what is said of healing to themselves Social Media Linked-In: Benjamin B Keyes Facebook-Benjamin B Keyes email-bkeyes@divinemercy.edu CTRS URL: WWW.divinemercy.edu/academics/ctrs

Reed Davis, Double-Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), is an expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine. He is the Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) and the FDN Certification Course with over 4,000 graduates in 50 countries. Reed served as the Health Director at a Wellness Center in Southern California for over 10 years and with over 10,000 clients is known as one of the most experienced clinicians in his field. Reed serves on the Advisory Board of the American Natural Wellness Coaches Board and the American Association of Natural Wellness Coaches. He lives in the US and when not teaching the FDN Certification Course and helping his graduates build their private practices, he is usually found gardening or riding motorcycles. As an Environmental Paralegal throughout the 90's Reed was “saving the planet” including the birds, bees, air, water and trees. In 1999 he turned his attention to, “What is the environment doing to PEOPLE, including ME?” That began a 20-year career dedicated to helping people find out what's really wrong and how to fix it naturally. After earning a certificate in nutritional therapy, Reed noticed that most patients had already seen multiple doctors and therapists and still had many of their original complaints. Reed decided then he would be the last practitioner anyone needed to see and became an expert in functional lab assessments. FDN is the result of more research and experience than most practitioners get in a lifetime. Reed Davis is one of the authors of four books including “The Needs Gap”: A Simple Guide to Manage Autoimmune Disease and Chronic Pain. This book fills the gap between standard medicine approaches and alternative strategies for resolving chronic conditions as well as some great recipes.  3 Top Tips  - The Difference Between Functional Lab Testing vs Traditional Blood Work - The five foundational habits to get well and stay well (D.R.E.S.S) - How to use the H.I.D.D.E.N acronym to uncover health issues Social Media https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition/ https://twitter.com/FDNtraining https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xDnEKCe9gKeWZ2vbE3C8w https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr/ https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining/ https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/health-detective-podcast/

Lots of trauma survivors feel trapped in their own minds after enduring a traumatic experience. Brian Fleming is a combat-wounded war veteran who was injured by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan. He's an author, international speaker, resilience trainer, and Founder of UseYourStory, where he shows other trauma survivors how to get unstuck and discover more healing by sharing their stories with the world. Transform your life & take your next healing step at UseYourStory.com 3 Top Tips  1. How to create or discover meaning through your suffering so you can grow 2. How to find a community to help you get unstuck 3. How to discover your next mission and make your life matter  Surviving a Suicide Bombing for Brain Fleming led him to the most amazing insights into the Healing Journey of Sharing Your Story. Social Media  FB- https://www.facebook.com/brianflemingofficial INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/briancfleming LINKEDIN- https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancfleming1 WEBSITE- https://www.useyourstory.com Special Offer  https://www.useyourstory.com  I offer your listeners a FREE download called the "Share Your Story Roadmap" which shows them a simple, easy-to-follow, step-by-step process to start sharing their stories & make their first $500 speaking.

Jeff Patterson, from Portland, OR, USA, has over 36 years of experience, practicing and teaching the meditative and martial arts. As the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior, where he emphasizes the transformative power of meditative and martial arts practices, particularly the yielding concept. He has published two books and hundreds on instructional videos. Founder of The Yielding Warrior online program and has worked with 1000's of students from around the world. Jeff proves that the meditative arts are a an amazing way how to evolve your life practice.  3 Top Tips  Stress Reduction: Lowering stress levels and promoting relaxation. Improved physical, mental and emotional performance. Overall Well-being: Contributing to a healthier, happier, and more balanced lifestyle. Social Media https://www.facebook.com/TaichiYielding https://www.instagram.com/theyieldingwarrior/ https://www.tiktok.com/@theyieldingwarrior https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzitJZ8CLWysspfvgtMZbw

In Willie's words:  I am a child of Holocaust survivors who are both very traumatized. My story is that I experience childhood trauma and generational trauma that I had bottled up for decades. In 2021 I began working on a memoir that unleashed a torrent and buried trauma and memories. I saw therapy in over the last 12 months working on healing myself. Part of that Journey includes managing that inner voice and now I'm working on a book on generational trauma to help others like me. This book provides a front-row seat to a Jewish family's trauma and resilience.  3 Top Tips  1. Therapy is hard work and many people give up. 2. There is no cure for trauma but you can learn how to manage it. 3. To make therapy a success you have to find a therapist you are comfortable working with.  Social Media Twitter: @WillieHandler Instagram: @williehandler Website: williehandler.com

About Jennifer Westcott Hi I'm Jen. I am a therapist, artist, mother, wife, friend. I am a woman devoted and passionate to making therapists the best they can be, the most supported and human and kind to themselves. the reason I believe so strongly in this is through my own journey through healing and encountering both great and awful therapy! As the mental health field becomes more needed than ever, it's essential to support therapists as HUMANS. We already know how to get supervision, we already know how to get training, but there are not nearly enough places to talk about the human experience of being a therapist; how it affects us and how we affect it. I grew up in an alcoholic, dysfunctional family that looked really good on the outside with professional parents and kids who were 'bright' and went far...but inside the family were secrets of incest and alcoholism. When I was 36 years old I suddenly remembered being sexually abused by my mother. I nearly went completely mad and definitely went quite mad. This started my journey to healing and sobriety and I continue to trudge daily. The help I needed took me to many therapists' couches, psychologist appointments, psychiatry appointments, alternative healing circles, and 12-step meetings. Through this inside experience, I became PASSIONAtE about what helps people and what doesn't. I changed my complete approach to being a therapist after being a client and NEEDING HELP and getting it, and not getting it. My job as a clinical supervisor and private therapist became an experiment in 'what helps' clients heal from trauma and addiction and I tried a LOT OF THINGS and still do! What I've learned for sure is this: therapists who are authentic, real, and human help clients profoundly. How then do I support therapists to KNOW their own stories and wounds and USE this knowledge to have a healing impact on their clients? How do I support therapists in breaking out of the mold they became trapped in during their graduate program and remembering the sacredness and marvel of human healing? Creating Therapist Sanctuary is my attempt to do this and to hold up therapists in the sacred and meaningful work they do. Also, shout out to my old mentor Stuart Smally from 90's SNL who 'was not an actual therapist but a member of many 12-step groups'. Stuart; I love you. Permission for therapists to be more vulnerable, making them love what they do more deny the culture of putting our 'best self forward', let's put our most wounded self forward too! Therapists support and hold each other up better than any cheesy self-care method that doesn't even work and that we try doing alone in the bath. https://www.holistichealingcounselling.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@therapistsanctuary https://www.instagram.com/therapistsanctuary/ https://www.tiktok.com/@holistic_healing4 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-westcott-ba897023b/

Denise G Lee is a Healing and Leadership Coach, guiding entrepreneurs and business leaders through personal transformation. A recovering sexaholic and alcoholic, and an incest survivor, Denise draws from her own experiences to help others break free from trauma, limiting beliefs, and emotional blocks. With over a decade of experience, she uses a blend of empathy, real-life examples, and straightforward advice to empower her clients to lead their businesses and lives from a place of wholeness and resilience. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that true leadership begins with healing the self, and she emphasizes emotional growth, self-awareness, and breaking unhealthy patterns. Through her podcast, blog, and coaching programs, Denise is passionate about helping others embrace their healing journey while leading with purpose and integrity. With the tagline "Heal, Grow, Lead," she focuses on guiding clients to transform their pain into power and their challenges into opportunities for growth. Denise has appeared on various podcasts, sharing her insights on overcoming trauma, building resilience, and leading authentically. She is also a writer and speaker, bringing humor, empathy, and straightforward advice to her audience. In her free time, she enjoys being a soccer mom, cheering on her son, who's inspired by soccer legends like Messi and Ronaldo. Denise is committed to using her own life lessons to help others find strength, healing, and success, both personally and professionally. 1. Check People's Veracity, Vision, and Values: Before forming close relationships or partnerships, ensure that the people you surround yourself with are aligned with your values. Evaluate their authenticity (veracity), what they aspire to (vision), and what truly matters to them (values). 2. Reject False Formulas: Society often pushes us to believe that our performance, status, and appearance determine our worth. But true significance, security, and acceptance come from a higher source/power, not from external achievements or recognition. 3. Miracles Often Come From Misfortunes: The challenges and hardships you face can be the very catalysts for the greatest miracles in your life. What seems like misfortune today may be the foundation for future growth, healing, and success. deniseglee.com - all my socials are on the bottom of my website page. Ready to Cultivate an Amazing Attitude?
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In Crystal's words:  I was raised in a strict Mormon household with teachings about my purpose in life was only to be a wife and mother. At a young age, I knew there was more planned for me than this and I struggled with conforming to Mormon values. My parents pressured me into a young marriage when they discovered that I was having premarital sex. At age 18, the marriage was dissolved, and I wavered participating in the church for years. I struggled with finding a sense of belonging and turned to a partying lifestyle. At 34 years old, I was "sick and tired of being sick and tired." That night I walked into a sober support meeting I knew that's where I belonged. I cried and allowed other people to help me. I dove into the 12 steps and grew my sober support network. After 10 years of sobriety, I switched from traditional sober support meetings to secular. I haven't been happier! Such a relief that I am no longer triggered by the G word. Currently, I own a behavior health agency, I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and I have a passion for working with couples with addiction and codependency issues. With grief about infertility, I have redefined family from the ingrained Mormon beliefs that I was taught as a child. Today I embrace the roles as wife, step-mom, grandmother and dog momma., I'm excited to publish this memoir next year about how I recovered from religious trauma and hope my story can help someone else. We're not alone!  How to redefine family after religious trauma.  3 Top Tips  Trust your intuition Question everything Don't listen to your parents Social Media IG @crystal_redefines_family FB Crystal Redefines Family redefinefam.com

In John Graham's words: I have always been a curious person. Try taking a new road, a different direction, another adventure—or maybe failure. As a result, I have gone from homelessness to a business owner to a published author. Along the way I was a door-to-door salesman, children's home counselor, substitute school teacher, truck driver, fireman, building contractor, minister and journalist. Eventually I hit my stride at 53 when I started GOOD SAMARITAN HOME, a non-profit agency helping people restart their lives after prison.  But there was a lot of resistance to our program, requiring years of legal conflict, community networking, and just plain hard work. Initially our budget was $5,000 with just one program house. Now we have 19 houses, a staff of 10 people, and a $2 million budget by constantly asking the question: “What is the need in the community, and how can we help meet that need?” Then at 61, I finished my doctorate to better help me live our motto in the street where it was needed most.  At 75, I published my debut novel called RUNNING AS FAST AS I CAN, a fictionalized story of one man's journey to overcome an abusive background to find forgiveness and love. But even publishing was no easy journey. My novel was rejected nearly 200 times. But now it has garnered 23 awards, including the prestigious 2024 StoryTrade Book Award for debut novel of the year. Finally, at 76, on a lark, I saw an advertisement for extras in the television series “1923” being filmed nearby, and submitted my name and was hired. Now I can add “actor” to my resume—although I don't plan on moving to Hollywood anytime soon! So I am very familiar with second, third and fourth chances that many of us need to reach our goals. It is in developing what I call "calloused hands and a tender heart" along the journey. 3 Top Tips: If I were to offer advice to someone just starting his/her journey, I would say to remember that success NEVER comes overnight. It is a marathon, not a sprint. Above all, keep your eyes on your goal, AND ALWAYS PICTURE YOURSELF GETTING THERE. Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Always keep running.  Life is written in pencil. We get lots of second chances.  It is our failures that develop the calloused hands and tender heart needed for success. Social Media https://johndavidgraham.com  https://www.amazon.com/Running-As-Fast-Can-ebook/dp/B0CKK418FB/  www.goodsamaritanhome.org  https://johndavidgraham.substack.com/  https://www.facebook.com/JGrahamAuthor  https://www.instagram.com/JGrahamAuthor  https://www.tiktok.com/@jgrahamauthor If a reader is the leader of a book club, I would be willing to offer a free copy of my novel RUNNING AS FAST AS I CAN to him / her to encourage discussion of the "second chance journey" that is the focus of the book and my life. And based on the reader reactions thus far, it is the focus of the lives of many people as well. Life is written in pencil. We get lots of second, third and fourth chances.

Laura Moulton is the author of Boundaries: Grieving the Living - and helps others to live their life to the fullest. Her credentials: MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II, CIMHP, ACS, CAGCS, business owner. She has been a trauma therapist since 2017 and currently enjoys clinical supervision.  3 Top Tips  1. A solid definition of boundaries 2. The misconceptions of what we have been told about grief and healthier ways to view it 3. The benefit of grieving well and grieving hard  Social Media https://mountainsideconsultingpllc.com/  https://www.tiktok.com/@lavalaura_11?_t=8qsrjebYLmg&_r=1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-moulton-ma-lpc-ncc-acs-cctp-ii-cimhp-cagcs-772865325?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app https://www.instagram.com/lavalaura11/profilecard/?igsh=a2V2bmY5OHpnM2U2

Mary Beth Schrudder is a Spiritual and Transformational Life Coach. She is founder of Day One Life Coaching, author of Addiction Recovery with the Law of Attraction, and the host of the “Spiritual Transformation Podcast with Mary Beth”. Mary Beth will help you heal addictions and transform relationships, including the relationship with yourself! Her approach is holistic, and her areas of expertise include relationships, marriage, divorce, mindset, happiness, freedom from addictions, optimal fitness, life purpose, and career. As a professional Life Coach with years of experience, Mary Beth's life-changing coaching will help you step outside of your comfort zone, and together you will create extraordinary results using innovative techniques. You may e-mail Mary Beth to schedule a complimentary discovery call at marybeth@dayonelifecoaching.com Mary Beth's website and social media links may be found here: https://linktr.ee/DayOneLifeCoaching 3 Top Tips 1) It's never too late to change your life! 2) Traditional methods of healing trauma and addiction don't work for everyone. We do have alternatives. 3) We have SO MUCH MORE power and control over our day than we are allowing. It's time to take your power back. Social Media https://linktr.ee/DayOneLifeCoaching I offer a free discovery call for anyone who would like to discuss the possibility of 1-1 coaching with me.

Creativity Consultant, Counselor and Coach, Rabbi Alon Ferency is a cross-country bicyclist, Peace Corps volunteer, author, concert producer, chaplain, and Dungeon Master. He served Heska Amuna Synagogue, Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, Burt Reynolds' "The Last Movie Star," and was the first treasurer of the Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking. In his spare time, Alon learns drums, reads science fiction novels, and plays on a soccer team. 3 Top Tips - Play and attention are great ways to unlock creativity  - We all have messages we must unlearn to be our most creative  - The best art comes from deepest in the soul Social Media www.eclecticcleric.com  https://www.instagram.com/eclecticcleric/  https://insighttimer.com/eclecticcleric  https://www.facebook.com/EclecticCleric

Christopher Mack has been in recovery for the past 24 years. I found that their is a dynamic to recovery and healing, and speak to groups and individuals about the evidence and process. I have worked on Skid Row in LosAngeles for the past 21 years which is the largest recovery community in the world. People are recovering from all types of trauma and challenges. I have co-written a program to assist others in finding their own recovery and ultimately their authentic selves and freedom. Top Tips Indicators and Evidence of your Recovery....How are you doing?  Simple tools that are available for everyone to assist in recovery.  How we must Feel it to Heal it! www.dynamicsofrecovery.com  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9tkReSLmQN5ryef5Q-D-Tw  https://www.facebook.com/dynamicsofrecovery/  https://www.instagram.com/websterwanda/?hl=en

In Zulma's words: We all have our share of challenges, and sometimes doubt our ability to overcome them. I am a warrior, and I made it my mission to inspire people to discover and honor the warrior inside them. I was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and immigrated to the United States at age 31. At age 42, I started my Bachelor of Social Work program. I graduated at 46, in December of 2011, and two months later, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy, moved back to Argentina for three years, and in 2015 I came back to the United States. I enrolled for the Master of Social Work program at age 50. I did my internship, and became fully licensed as a clinical social worker in 2018. I am the founder of Dragonfly Therapy Services. I am a mental health therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I survived cancer, domestic violence, depression, and suicidal ideation, but I never consider myself a victim. No matter what people are going through in life, I hope my message will help the audience discover and honor their own internal hero! 3 Top Tips  It's never too late to fulfill your dreams. You can do it! Setbacks are part of success. Social Media www.dragonflytherapyservices.net IG: @theswearingtherapist Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zulma-williams-ab7609214/

In 1970, while a junior in Cornell University's College of Engineering, Ken Kunken broke his neck making a tackle on a kick-off in a lightweight football game against Columbia University. Ken sustained a spinal cord injury at the C 4-5 level, rendering him a quadriplegic, almost totally paralyzed from the shoulders down. Ken spent more than 9 months in various hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. While still a patient, Ken testified before a United States Senate Sub-Committee on Health Care, chaired by Senator Edward Kennedy.  In 1971, almost 20 years before the Americans with Disabilities Act, Ken returned to the Cornell campus, where he completed his undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering. Ken estimates that he had to be pulled up or bounced down close to 100 steps just to attend his first day of classes.  Ken is the first quadriplegic to graduate from Cornell University.  Upon graduation, Ken decided to change his career goal. He wanted to work with and help people, particularly those with disabilities. Ken went on to earn a Master of Arts degree at Cornell in education and a Master of Education degree at Columbia University in psychology. Ken is the first quadriplegic to earn a graduate degree from Cornell University.  In 1977, Ken was hired by Abilities Inc. in Albertson, NY to be its College Work Orientation Program Coordinator. Ken coordinated a program which provided educationally related work experiences for severely disabled college students. He also maintained a vocational counseling caseload of more than 20 severely disabled individuals.  While working at the Center, Ken became a nationally certified rehabilitation counselor and made numerous public presentations on non-discrimination, affirmative action and employment of the disabled. In 1977, Ken was named the Long Island Rehabilitation Associations “Rehabilitant of the Year” and in 1979 Ken was the subject of one of the Reverend Norman Vincent Peale's nationally syndicated radio broadcasts “The American Character”.  Wanting to accomplish still more, Ken enrolled in Hofstra University's School of Law, where he earned a Juris Doctor degree in 1982. Ken then went to work as an assistant district attorney in Nassau County, Long Island.  Ken was promoted a number of times during his more than 40 years with the District Attorney's Office, eventually becoming one of the Deputy Bureau Chiefs of the County Court Trial Bureau, where he helped supervise more than 20 other assistant district attorneys. In addition, over his years working in the Office, Ken supervised more than 50 student interns.  In 1996 Ken received the Honorable Thomas E. Ryan, Jr. Award presented by the Court Officers Benevolent Association of Nassau County for outstanding and dedicated service as an Assistant District Attorney. In 1999, Ken was awarded the George M. Estabrook Distinguished Service Award presented by the Hofstra Alumni Association, Inc.  Beginning in 2005, for nine consecutive years, “The Ken Kunken Most Valuable Player Award” was presented annually by The Adirondack Trust Allegiance Bowl in Saratoga Springs, NY, in recognition of Ken's personal accomplishments, contributions to society and extraordinary courage.  In 2009, Ken became a member of the Board of Directors of Abilities Inc., and in 2017 he became a member of the Board of Directors for the parent company of Abilities Inc., the Viscardi Center.  In 2020, Ken was inducted into “The Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame,” as a member of the class of 2019.  In March 2024, Ken was named one of the Long Island Business News Influencers in Law.  Ken retired from full-time employment in 2016, but continued to work with the District Attorney's Office for the next eight years in a part time capacity, providing continuing legal education lectures and litigation guidance.  For years, Ken has tried to inspire people to do more with their lives. In October 2023, Ken's memoir “I Dream of Things That Never Were: The Ken Kunken Story” was published.  In 2003 Ken married Anna and in 2005 they became the proud parents of triplet boys: Joey, Jimmy and Timmy. On June 23, 2023 the triplets graduated from Oceanside High School, fifty-five years after Ken had graduated from the same school. 3 Top Tips 1 . Try to improve your knowledge, your skills and your performance. Get the best education possible, and never stop learning. Don't be satisfied with the status quo.  2 . Strive to make the impossible, possible. Just because something has not been done before, does not mean that you cannot do it now.  3 . Find time to help others. Years from now be able to say that you did everything you possibly could to make not only your life, but the lives of those around you better as well. Social Media https://www.facebook.com/ken.kunken  https://www.instagram.com/ken.kunken/  https://www.linkedin.com/feed/

We all have issues, and everyone is addicted to something. One half of families have someone struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues, but only about 10% of those hurting people are getting any help. There are practical principles and steps that have been proven to work that integrate principles from recovery, wellness, psychology, neuroscience, and personal development that can not only help people live life better but to also prevent or lessen the impact of behavioral health issues. STEPS is a nonprofit organization that provides easy-to-use resources to help people understand and deal with issues including addiction, recovery, mental health, living effectively, and personal well-being. We also have a strong focus on helping families by reaching parents and other caregivers as well as each individual in the family In Steve Ward's words: I struggled with alcoholism and other members of my family dealt with substance abuse, mental health issues, and other problems as well. But I saw there are proven ways to not only prevent behavioral health issues but to live life better. Those dark times led me to leave the business world after 38 years and found a new nonprofit ministry to help people improve their lives and prevent compulsive issues from robbing them and their family of the peace and joy they deserve. I have spoken to, taught, coached, and shared content with many thousands of people to help them take steps toward a positive future. I'm the author of two books and the Next Right STEPS blog. 3 Top Tips  Learn to become aware of "what you don't know"  have the courage to reach out and look for help then focus on taking the next right steps one at a time. Social Media  Website - LifeImprovementSteps.com  Social media - @lifeimprovementsteps Free access to useful online resources, prevention, steps, life improvement, addiction prevention, emotional well-being

While there are plenty of doctors who find incredible solutions for their patients without living through the experience themselves, there's something special that happens when the solution was developed by someone who has experienced the same struggle too. My guest today is Dr. Satya Sardonicus, a chiropractor and expert in the neurobiology of stress. She developed the NeuroFascial Flow Method as a way to save her own life after more than a decade of suffering from a crazy list of symptoms. Symptoms like chronic fatigue, anxiety and depression, POTS, fibromyalgia, drop attacks, sensory overload and more. The root cause of her symptoms ended up being Cerebellar Tonsillar Ectopia (CTE) or chiari - a brain herniation that put her nervous system into a constant state of fight or flight and drained her body's resources. So here's the interesting part - today she lives 95% symptom free but her brain might actually still be herniated. So one of the things we're going to discuss that will be interesting to everyone listening is “how important is it to find the root cause of your illness”? Dr. Satya (as she's known by her more than 50K TikTok followers) has been sharing tips for free on social media and joins us today to talk about how to help your brain become more receptive to change and healing. 3 Top Tips  1 easy somatic practice to interrupt a stress loop in its tracks The 5 steps to facilitate change that actually lasts (and doesn't boomerang your symptoms worse) An alternative framework to understand anxiety + depression as your brain doing something ADAPTIVE and intelligent - not broken Social Media https://go.drsatyawellness.com/waitlist  https://www.tiktok.com/@drsatyawellness  https://www.instagram.com/drsatyawellness/ https://go.drsatyawellness.com/waitlist NeuroFascial Flow Method, healing chronic illness, anxiety relief, trauma healing, chronic pain, self healing

Blair Dunkley, a Life Skills Coach and NLP practitioner, discovered the limits of mindset training during a personal tragedy when his father fell into a 14-year coma after surgery. Despite following all the recommended steps, including hiring a mindset coach, the advice to "believe more" failed him. Realizing the potential harm of such advice, Blair created Mind Models—a system designed to work consistently, even in the most challenging times, regardless of belief. 3 Top Tips  Get to Now Stop with Why Identify, Repeat, and Duplicate What is Working Social Media Blairdunkley.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/2089132807985614 https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairdunkley1/

Denise G Lee is a Healing and Leadership Coach, guiding entrepreneurs and business leaders through personal transformation. A recovering sexaholic and alcoholic, and an incest survivor, Denise draws from her own experiences to help others break free from trauma, limiting beliefs, and emotional blocks. With over a decade of experience, she uses a blend of empathy, real-life examples, and straightforward advice to empower her clients to lead their businesses and lives from a place of wholeness and resilience. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that true leadership begins with healing the self, and she emphasizes emotional growth, self-awareness, and breaking unhealthy patterns. Through her podcast, blog, and coaching programs, Denise is passionate about helping others embrace their healing journey while leading with purpose and integrity. With the tagline "Heal, Grow, Lead," she focuses on guiding clients to transform their pain into power and their challenges into opportunities for growth. Denise has appeared on various podcasts, sharing her insights on overcoming trauma, building resilience, and leading authentically. She is also a writer and speaker, bringing humor, empathy, and straightforward advice to her audience. In her free time, she enjoys being a soccer mom, cheering on her son, who's inspired by soccer legends like Messi and Ronaldo. Denise is committed to using her own life lessons to help others find strength, healing, and success, both personally and professionally. Her story proves that healing trauma and reclaiming your personal power is not just possible but likely, when you take the right steps. 3 Top Tips 1. Check People's Veracity, Vision, and Values: Before forming close relationships or partnerships, ensure that the people you surround yourself with are aligned with your values. Evaluate their authenticity (veracity), what they aspire to (vision), and what truly matters to them (values).  2. Reject False Formulas: Society often pushes us to believe that our performance, status, and appearance determine our worth. But true significance, security, and acceptance come from a higher source/power, not from external achievements or recognition.  3. Miracles Often Come From Misfortunes: The challenges and hardships you face can be the very catalysts for the greatest miracles in your life. What seems like misfortune today may be the foundation for future growth, healing, and success. Ready to Cultivate an Amazing Attitude?Transform your mindset in just 21 days with daily audio messages and powerful journaling prompts. Designed to help you elevate your personal and professional life. Enroll Now at a Special Rate for Listeners. Get it here: https://deniseglee.newzenler.com/courses/amazing-attitude

I have always been a curious person. Try taking a new road, a different direction, another adventure—or maybe failure. As a result, I have gone from homelessness to a business owner to a published author. Along the way I was a door-to-door salesman, children's home counselor, substitute school teacher, truck driver, fireman, building contractor, minister and journalist. Eventually I hit my stride at 53 when I started GOOD SAMARITAN HOME, a non-profit agency helping people restart their lives after prison.  But there was a lot of resistance to our program, requiring years of legal conflict, community networking, and just plain hard work. Initially our budget was $5,000 with just one program house. Now we have 19 houses, a staff of 10 people, and a $2 million budget by constantly asking the question: “What is the need in the community, and how can we help meet that need?” Then at 61, I finished my doctorate to better help me live our motto in the street where it was needed most.  At 75, I published my debut novel called RUNNING AS FAST AS I CAN, a fictionalized story of one man's journey to overcome an abusive background to find forgiveness and love. But even publishing was no easy journey. My novel was rejected nearly 200 times. But now it has garnered 23 awards, including the prestigious 2024 StoryTrade Book Award for debut novel of the year. Finally, at 76, on a lark, I saw an advertisement for extras in the television series “1923” being filmed nearby, and submitted my name and was hired. Now I can add “actor” to my resume—although I don't plan on moving to Hollywood anytime soon! So I am very familiar with second, third and fourth chances that many of us need to reach our goals. It is in developing what I call "calloused hands and a tender heart" along the journey. 3 Top Tips: If I were to offer advice to someone just starting his/her journey, I would say to remember that success NEVER comes overnight. It is a marathon, not a sprint. Above all, keep your eyes on your goal, AND ALWAYS PICTURE YOURSELF GETTING THERE. Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Always keep running.  Life is written in pencil. We get lots of second chances.  It is our failures that develop the calloused hands and tender heart needed for success. Social Media https://johndavidgraham.com  https://www.amazon.com/Running-As-Fast-Can-ebook/dp/B0CKK418FB/  www.goodsamaritanhome.org  https://johndavidgraham.substack.com/  https://www.facebook.com/JGrahamAuthor  https://www.instagram.com/JGrahamAuthor  https://www.tiktok.com/@jgrahamauthor If a reader is the leader of a book club, I would be willing to offer a free copy of my novel RUNNING AS FAST AS I CAN to him / her to encourage discussion of the "second chance journey" that is the focus of the book and my life. And based on the reader reactions thus far, it is the focus of the lives of many people as well. Life is written in pencil. We get lots of second, third and fourth chances.

As a child, Bev lived in a very unpredictable and chaotic environment where she never knew if she could rely on her parents to meet her emotional needs. This led her to absorb unhealthy relationship ideas based on what she was witnessing: she believed relationships were supposed to be unbalanced, uncertain, and overall chaotic. If you have an insecure attachment style, you probably relate to her experience, and navigating relationships can be particularly difficult for you. Prior to becoming a Certified Attachment Practitioner and founding Securely Loved, Bev was an Executive Leader, University Lecturer and published author, having obtained her Masters' Degree in 2006. She has dedicated her entire career (25+ years) working with adults in the realm of personal growth and professional development. 3 Top Tips  why attachment styles matter how attachment styles show up in relationships moving towards secure attachment Social Media www.securelyloved.com IG: @securely_loved TikTok: @securely_loved YouTube: @SecurelyLoved Take the free online attachment style quiz at www.securelyloved.com, or book a free 20 minute intro consultation at www.securelyloved.com/bookings

Jason Stanley is a social research scientist focusing on field research and clinical trials on obesity. His focus is to teach the obese to understand and heal that unrelenting urge to eat when not hungry and continue eating far past full. We call that urge the Food Monster. His job is bringing Freedom from your personal Food Monster. 3 Top Tips  1. The weight loss industry focuses on the fixing the symptom of weight without dealing with the cause of obesity.  2. The root cause of Obesity is compulsive eating triggered by a patterning in the brain.  3. With the proper therapy, the root cause can be healed. However, without addressing the root cause through Havening or EMDR style therapy, the root cause will remain and obesity will return. Social Media www.nevergaintheweightback.com

Ria Flanagan (she/her/hers) is the Clinical Supervisor at Rise Up Recover, LLC. She also provides Workshops and counseling services to individuals struggling with the effects of addiction, trauma, and mental health issues. Her experience includes working with people struggling with addiction, trauma, and co-occurring issues: PTSD, depression, anxiety, sex addiction, Love addiction/Love avoidance, pain management, combat trauma, betrayal trauma, codependency, intimacy issues, couple's coaching, grief counseling, and process addictions. Her perspective is to view the person from all angles and address family of origin issues, spirituality, and mental and physical health. Ria is an eclectic practitioner using diverse modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Post Induction Therapy (PIT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and uses a person-centered approach, meeting the client where they are and providing a safe space to move forward into recovery. Her new "Happiness is an inside job playbook" helps everyone to gain deeper insights into ways of becoming a better human.  Before opening Rise Up Recover, Ria worked as a Clinical Director for PHP, Residential treatment, IOP, and a Detox Center and has experience providing therapy to first responders, nurses, doctors, CEOs, artists, ex-gang members, and military. Ria is comfortable working with many individuals to provide support and tools to thrive. Ria is an AZ Board Certified Clinical Supervisor, Rainbow educator, and advocate, providing services to the LGBTQ+ community. Ria collaborates with other organizations as a consultant and educator. Her recent collaboration was with Ethical Narrative, uniting documentary film and experiential process to deepen the viewer's experience. She is publishing her first book, Happiness is an Inside_Playbook, through Balboa Press. Learn about Betrayal Trauma  Learn about Love Addiction and Love Avoidance  Learn about recovery from Childhood Trauma https://www.youtube.com/@happiness_playbook  https://www.instagram.com/happinessplaybookseries/

My name is Austin Davis. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in the State of Texas. As such, I've worked in the mental health field for over a decade, and have helped rehabilitate over 5,000 teenagers since I founded Texas' largest teen-oriented treatment center in 2017, Clearfork Academy. I'm currently the CEO for said facility, and author of the book “My Kid, My Crisis”, which explores a variety of experiences of families that have faced challenges related to substance abuse and mental health issues with their teens. This interview dives deep into how the current state of the United States influences teenage drug addiction.  3 Top Tips 1. How does isolation contribute to teenage substance abuse  2. What caregivers, health professionals, and educators do to support troubled teens  3. What to look for in a good treatment plan for your child Social Media "Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clearforkacademy/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW9obDBg7ElpdXichEyOS9Q  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearforkacademy/?hl=en  X (Twitter): https://x.com/Clearfork616  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clearforkacademy "

About Jennifer Westcott  Hi I'm Jen. I am a therapist, artist, mother, wife, friend. I am a woman devoted and passionate to making therapists the best they can be, the most supported and human and kind to themselves. the reason I believe so strongly in this is through my own journey through healing and encountering both great and awful therapy! As the mental health field becomes more needed than ever, it's essential to support therapists as HUMANS. We already know how to get supervision, we already know how to get training, but there are not nearly enough places to talk about the human experience of being a therapist; how it affects us and how we affect it.  I grew up in an alcoholic, dysfunctional family that looked really good on the outside with professional parents and kids who were 'bright' and went far...but inside the family were secrets of incest and alcoholism. When I was 36 years old I suddenly remembered being sexually abused by my mother. I nearly went completely mad and definitely went quite mad. This started my journey to healing and sobriety and I continue to trudge daily. The help I needed took me to many therapists' couches, psychologist appointments, psychiatry appointments, alternative healing circles, and 12-step meetings. Through this inside experience, I became PASSIONAtE about what helps people and what doesn't. I changed my complete approach to being a therapist after being a client and NEEDING HELP and getting it, and not getting it. My job as a clinical supervisor and private therapist became an experiment in 'what helps' clients heal from trauma and addiction and I tried a LOT OF THINGS and still do! What I've learned for sure is this: therapists who are authentic, real, and human help clients profoundly. How then do I support therapists to KNOW their own stories and wounds and USE this knowledge to have a healing impact on their clients? How do I support therapists in breaking out of the mold they became trapped in during their graduate program and remembering the sacredness and marvel of human healing? Creating Therapist Sanctuary is my attempt to do this and to hold up therapists in the sacred and meaningful work they do. Also, shout out to my old mentor Stuart Smally from 90's SNL who 'was not an actual therapist but a member of many 12-step groups'. Stuart; I love you. 3 Top Tips Permission for therapists to be more vulnerable, making them love what they do more  deny the culture of putting our 'best self forward', let's put our most wounded self forward too!  Therapists support and hold each other up better than any cheesy self-care method that doesn't even work and that we try doing alone in the bath. Social Media: https://www.holistichealingcounselling.com/  https://www.youtube.com/@therapistsanctuary  https://www.instagram.com/therapistsanctuary/  https://www.tiktok.com/@holistic_healing4  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-westcott-ba897023b/  

As a strategic Veteran, Adam Peters brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective that resonates deeply with podcast hosts and their audiences. Adam's journey from military service to entrepreneurial success is not just a personal story of resilience and transformation; it's a powerful narrative that offers invaluable lessons and inspiration for listeners. It shows the challenges that many veterans experience on their path to finding renewed purpose and rediscovering their mission. After serving his country, Adam faced the daunting challenge of transitioning to civilian life. He realized that many veterans, like himself, struggled to find purpose and direction post-service, often feeling lost and undervalued. This experience ignited his passion to support fellow veterans, leading to the creation of The Stronghold community. This vibrant network is dedicated to helping veterans navigate their transition by providing resources, guidance, and a sense of belonging. Adam's expertise spans several crucial areas: Veteran Entrepreneurship: Adam empowers veterans to channel their skills and experiences into successful entrepreneurial ventures. He shares actionable strategies and insights that help veterans transform their military discipline and leadership into business success. Leadership Development: With a strong background in leadership, Adam offers valuable lessons on developing leadership qualities that are essential in both military and civilian life. He provides practical advice on how to lead with purpose and resilience. Holistic Wellness and Plant Medicine: Adam advocates for holistic approaches to wellness, including plant medicine. He discusses the benefits of these therapies in addressing mental health challenges and promoting overall well-being, offering listeners new perspectives on healing and growth. Mental Health Advocacy: Understanding the mental health struggles many veterans face, Adam emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness and support. He shares personal experiences and practical tips for managing mental health, making his discussions relatable and impactful. Resilience Building: Adam's story is a testament to resilience. He shares techniques and mindset shifts that help individuals overcome adversity and build a resilient, purpose-driven life. For podcast hosts, featuring Adam Peters means offering your audience a profoundly engaging and inspiring narrative. Adam's story provides a blueprint for overcoming challenges, finding purpose, and thriving in adversity. Listeners will gain: Practical Insights: Concrete steps and strategies to apply in their own lives, whether they are veterans or civilians looking to make meaningful changes.  Inspiration: A powerful, real-life example of resilience and transformation that motivates listeners to pursue their goals. Unique Perspectives: Fresh and holistic approaches to mental health, leadership, and personal development that can benefit anyone facing life's challenges. 3 Top Tips  1. Transitioning from Military to Entrepreneurship 2. Building Resilience and a Growth Mindset to rediscover their mission 3. The importance of finding a Supportive Community for Veterans Social Media X: https://x.com/thestrategicvet  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pete.peters.39  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pete0585/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestrategicveteran/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChSuB5bX_E-zXvi5yJ6R5vQ Website: Https://thestrategicveteran.com Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strategic-veteran/id1743039436 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3U8FOupOu070V00PXR4DSd?si=a34badf3303943dc Podbean: https://thestrategicveteran.podbean.com/  

Owen Marcus started helping men because he realized he needed help with his relationships. His 30-year journey from leading men's groups led to writing a book, a documentary film on his work and starting three businesses that adapt the science behind stress and trauma therapy, attachment theory, and leadership development to train men to succeed in all their relationships. His work has been featured in Men's Health, New York Times, The Today Show, ABC News, NPR, and more. Leading therapists such as Esther Perel and Sue Johnson have endorsed this work because of the sustainable change it produces.  His passion for the work and the men it severs comes through the unique stories he has from decades of doing the work. Both men and women leave inspired and with a new frame to view men and how to help them.  3 Top Tips My ROC Formula: slow down to Relax, Open up to vulnerability, and reach out for Connection How we disconnect from our own experience or others is not our fault. Those coping mechanisms are survival strategies that have outlived their usefulness.  We have a growing epidemic of drug use, suicides, loneliness, and despair in part because men as they get older don't have real friends. We have found easy and fun ways for men to develop some of the deepest friendships of their lives. We are not therapy, addiction recovery, or suicide prevention services, but we have several men come out and say, if it wasn't for this work, they would have killed themselves. We have created a scalable way for men to help men.  Social Media http://instagram.com/meld.men https://www.linkedin.com/company/meldmenscommunity/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/owenmarcus/ https://twitter.com/meldmen https://www.facebook.com/meldmen