The New Way of Life Podcast

Here is Sherri's experience, strength and hope as she talks about how to stay clean today. Sherri has been an important role in both Jeff's and Dom's recovery and we all had a blast recording as we do in our recovery. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff introduces two separate recovery worlds of Dom & Randy that he's apart of and they all have the commonality of helping others while recovering themselves. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Hear Jon talk on his road to recovery while Randy & Jeff acknowledge the bond. they have with him through the Recovery community and beyond. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In this must hear episode, Mary shares how she made it through so many things in her life that she thought she never could. With over 13 years clean, she continues to grow in her recovery on a daily basis. With a career in treatment, she is grateful to be able to work with incarcerated people to give them a little extra hope. She expresses her gratitude to all of those before and after her that keep her inspired and teachable. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

With a promising career as a barber at one of the best shops in Northeast Ohio, Tom shares his story of how he overcame his crippling addiction without losing anything. He was a prisoner of his own mind. Having a "Master's Degree" in manipulation fueled his self-destructive behavior to incomprehensible demoralization. After waking up from an apparent overdose in a convenient store parking lot along with a serious wake up call from one of his coworkers, Tom went to treatment, found an awesome support and is enjoying life! @starrfamilykennel West Bark Dog Grooming (216)988-PETS Styleseat.com/tomstarr --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff are joined by Kyle! Harm reduction advocate and founder of anti-stigma movement DropTheLabel! Kyle shares about his childhood trauma which led him to severe struggles with seeking outside validation and manipulation at a young age. His substance use progressed and he found himself addicted after leaving the military. Street life consumed him and he after a few failed treatment attempts, he found the solution. Working in treatment and with the addicted population helped in opening his mind to many different pathways to recovery. DROPTHELABEL'S PRIMARY GOAL IS TO HELP MAKE RECOVERY FOR ALL, REGARDLESS OF PATH OR DIFFERENCES. ANY POSITIVE CHANGE IS ANOTHER LIFE SAVED. ADD KYLE JOHNSTON ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE INFORMATION ON DROPTHELABEL DropTheLabel Zoom ID: 86376158941 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

With 34 years in recovery, we were honored to have Mac share his experience, strength and hope. He discusses his trauma, not knowing how to deal with emotions from a very young age. Enlisting in the United States Navy, he found himself dealing drugs and getting arrested, being locked up in foreign prisons, military prisons to eventually living on the streets. After getting clean, Mac went to college and now has been working at a treatment center for adolescents for 20+ years. 3 frogs were on a log. One made a decision to jump in the water. How many frogs are left of the log? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In this episode, Jeff is joined by his friend John G. who grew up in Northeast Ohio. John discusses the many, many years of research through trial and error and struggling to come up with any significant sobriety time. After trying virtually every single self cure for his disease, John found himself going through the worst physical detox he had ever experienced combined with the emotional, mental and spiritual pain that lead him to ultimate surrender. With over 4 and a half years sober, John goes out of his way to help newcomers and is deeply involved in 12 step fellowship. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Randy just celebrated 5 years of sobriety! In his story he shares about his toxic relationships and how his disease was slow progressing. He didn't want to admit he had a problem with substances, I mean who does? Upon going to treatment in 2016 he did not plan on staying sober, but the seeds were planted and he became willing to take suggestions. His charisma and whit make great conversation with Jeff. He is now vice president of a recovery community in Media, Ohio and owns his own construction business. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Dane is honest and forthcoming about his childhood trauma and his attempts to cover up his emotions by any means. Being prescribed ADHD medications in his teenage years proved to be a temporary solution for a long term problem. Enlisting in the military and eventually graduating to stronger substances proved to be the only fix he knew. Dane explains how money and prestige didn't make him unique during his active addiction. Dane's disease ultimately led him to institutions and nearly death after an overdose of methamphetamine. With being so early in his recovery, Dane is a pillar in the rooms. His drive and dedication for recovery is an inspiration for all. In his story he proves once you have a little bit of knowledge of recovery going out again is never the same. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff is joined by Mike to share his story of how his addiction progressed quickly leading him to quick consequences including a long stent with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections. Mike got clean on the inside while still in blues and helped spread the message of recovery to those who needed to hear it the most. Now with over 8 years clean, Mike is connected on the outside to the program in all aspects. He credits his ongoing recovery to his awesome support group and currently, his love for art has manifested itself into a promising tattoo career. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In the final episode of Season 3 Jared and Jeff recap the guests that have been on, as well as the importance of reaching out for help in times of need. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction or mental health don't be afraid to talk about it. A problem shared is a problem cut in half. There are so many resources and help is available NOW. We are always available to talk on our social media platforms! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Our favorite Nurse Jackie (Yes, she has her own song as you will hear at the end of this episode.) joins us to share her story of how she got sober at the age of 16 years old! She was convinced that she was destined to be a part of the infamous 27 Club (Google this if you're not hip.) during her years of self destruction. 5 years into her sobriety a separate addiction, an eating disorder, plagued her life and she got herself into treatment (Yes, there are treatment centers that specialize in eating disorders, PTSD and many other mental health disorders.). Now with 12 years sobriety, she works as a nurse at the prestigious treatment center, Stella Maris in Cleveland, Ohio. Jackie is so kind and helpful to every single person that comes her way. ---------------------------------‐---------------‐-----------------------------------------Song: "Nurse Jackie" written and performed on the fly by D. Rice and J. Kimball recorded at Stella Maris Studios --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

*WARNING* EXPLICIT LANGUAGE Robert is 17 years old and has over 14 months clean. Ben is 18 years old and have over 19 months clean. Dom is 21 years old and is coming up on his 2 years. All of these guys are young people in recovery, along with so many more. Recovery is a movement. These young men are living proof that addiction does not discriminate. Recovery is possible at any age. There is so much life ahead of these guys and they have a great head start. Listen to them share some of their journey and what lies on the paths before them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Born and raised in Cleveland, John's life endeavors took him around the entire globe. A teenager with innocent business prospect and just wanting to have fun soon turned against him as he found himself knee deep in a life of alcoholism and addiction. Holding a high position in a career where "3 martini lunches" were normal, his life spiraled out of control when he got addicted to opiates. After 10+ failed attempts at treatment, John is an absolute miracle recently celebrating 3 years of recovery. He now works for Stella Maris, the treatment center that saved his life. John helps so many people with his fun and witty attitude and is a beaming light in the recovery community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Coming from being homeless and dope sick, Simon has completely turned his life around. He discusses his rough upbringing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and relocating to Cleveland, Ohio where he found himself living a vicious cycle of addiction. His passion for music and rapping began while he was incarcerated in his teens and now he is an aspiring artist that goes by FACE playing shows, recording and filming music videos. He goes out of his way to help others struggling with addiction by speaking at treatment centers, holding groups and hosting a meeting every Sunday at 5pm on Zoom (Zoom ID: 4248782008). Find him on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube at flexpackface --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared is joined by his good friend Tim to discuss their friendship and his struggles with mental health. After witnessing very traumatic events as a young child and years in the military overseas, Tim was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. He struggled for years with suicidal thoughts and self medicating until he sought help at one of the top clinics in the United States for PTSD. Listen to his amazing story of overcoming his demons and staying connected in recovery. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Alecia joins us to share her inspiring story of overcoming mental health, human trafficking and addiction. After trying her first drug, cocaine, her life went from being a straight A high school athlete with numerous scholarship opportunities for softball to being consumed in the deepest darkest depths of active heroin addiction. She discusses almost losing her arm to IV drug use and it still not being enough to make her stop. When she dropped to her knees after going to jail, God revealed that there was so much left to live for. She now is a proud mother with 4 years sober who works with women recovering from drug addiction, mental health and human trafficking. She is making a major difference in so many peoples lives and has dedicated her own life to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In this EPIC episode we've got our savages Daniel and Kevin straight outta CLE joining us for an open discussion about addiction, recovery and life in general! Prepare to get LIFE HACKED with question/answer and all around good vibes! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Elected Sheriff of Sandusky County at the age of 34 years old, Kyle Overmyer was diagnosed with arthritis (from sports injuries) and prescribed Vicodin for pain. He eventually became addicted, started doctor shopping and taking old medications from take back boxes. He was criminally indicted by a grand jury for 42 related felony drug charges. Kyle plead guilty to 12 counts and was sentenced to 4 years in prison. He has been sober 6 years now, works in recovery, shares his story as a motivation speaker and is the founder of KO Addiction, LLC. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction and need help you can reach Kyle directly at 419-455-0793 kovermyer6@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Vince was in the grips of active addiction for 40 years! He never thought he could live without dope and booze. It was only when he was completely spiritually bankrupt and dependent on benzodiazepines, opiates and booze did he accept the help offered to him. Going from completely out of his mind at the psych ward to open-mindedness in treatment, Vince soon discovered he COULD live without mind and mood altering substances. He is an inspiration to everyone around him and he is of maximum service in the rooms! This is a must listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In the last episode of Season 2, Jeff and Jared are joined in the studio by their friend Kevin, who should NOT have been able to do this episode due to overdosing upwards of 10+ times during his active addiction. Kevin is a miracle! He defied all odd's by getting clean after multiple failed attempts of treatment. He fully surrendered to his disease when the pain of doing the same things over and over with the same results failed him every single time. Change happens when hurt hurt's most. Kevin is a pillar in the recovery community in Northeast Ohio and is a part of a 12 step fellowship. This episode will leave you speechless.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff are joined by their good friend Brooks as he tells his story of multiple rock bottoms with each getting a little more painful. With a period of time without consequences, criminal charges started racking up, the pain became great enough and then eventually Brooks was sick and tired of being sick and tired. Since the misery of active addiction and being in recovery, Brooks works in the treatment field and helps by giving back what was freely given to him. He is a great friend and one hell of an inspiration to so many. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

In this fun episode Jeff and Jared are joined by Dom discussing the different ways to deal with the difficult things life throws at us. In recovery, we develop healthy coping mechanisms in which we can use when times get stressful and overwhelming. Early in recovery, all of the real feelings and emotions usually hit us at once. Learn how we process these without resorting back to negative and destructive behaviors. IN LOVING MEMORY OF HOLLY SALYER --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Broadcasting from the cornfields of Champaign County, Jared flies solo with his good friend Zac who mastered deception early in his childhood and struggled with trying to fit in. He talks about overcoming his substance abuse thanks to working a 12 step program and fully surrendering to the fact that controlled use was not an option for him. With almost 3 years clean, Zac discusses how his addiction led him from prison to obtaining his C.D.C.A. and working in the treatment field. HIs knowledge of the rooms, the steps and recovery is contagious! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff and Jared welcome back Dom for the second part of his story! From having a tracheotomy, doctors saying that if he woke up he would be a vegetable, waking up, getting high in the same hospital and going right back into active addiction that led him to homelessness, hospitals and psych wards for the last few years of his addiction to now being one of the greatest inspirations and influences to every single he comes into contact with, especially the young people in recovery. This 21 year old didn't celebrate his birthday at the bar getting loaded, he's out here making a difference!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

On their first Facebook Live Stream, Jared and Jeff talk about what inspired them to start the podcast, feelings of empathy for other's struggling with the disease of addiction, the last couple weeks of their active addiction, finding like-minded people in recovery as well as comments from live viewers. Thank you to everyone who watched!  CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE LIVE STREAM: https://www.facebook.com/100043982356114/videos/351034206372655/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff welcome Jackie with her breathtaking and emotional story of perseverance. Her addiction led her to living on the dangerous streets of Columbus, doing years of time in one of the worst county jails in the country, being human trafficked, becoming septic and eventually almost losing her life from her drug use. But God had other plans for Jackie, and against all odds, she has completely turned her entire life around! She is actively of service and works a solid recovery program. Her brutal honesty, sense of gratitude and humility make her such an inspiration. "Your misery can always be refunded." This hits on a deep level. This episode will hit you deep too!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff's first female guest sets the bar high with her amazingly inspirational story. Struggling with mental heath, self harm and eventually a crippling heroin addiction, Stephanie faced the demons of her past and overcame brushes with death to come out on the other side, and then some. She goes above and beyond to help other's and carry the message to the still sick and suffering. Her humility and gratitude shine through on this must hear episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff discuss types of imperfections in the way people think and behave. All character defects can be replaced with spiritual principles. This takes practice. Addiction is a thinking disease and recovery is a life-long process that requires putting in work to discover one's shortcomings. Today we are able to think before we act. Join us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Who says you can't have fun not intoxicated!? Jared and Jeff talk about the MANY things one can do without drinking or drugging. Everything from go-karting and camping to concerts. In recovery we CAN have a great time without toxins. Music and the culture is discussed in this episode as well. The disease has claimed many musicians and actors lives. Who are the one's in recovery? Eminem and Steve-O just to name a few. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff and Jared explain from personal experience the difference between helping the addict or enabling the addict. Addiction is a family disease, so discussions about codependency and self destructive patterns are identified, as well as how to go about getting help if you or a loved one is struggling with drugs, alcohol or mental health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff and Jared are joined by their friend Noah who shares his awesome story of finding his home in recovery. He talks about feeling ostracized in his youth and overcoming feelings of inadequacy throughout his life. All the signs of the universe point to Noah being exactly where he is supposed to be! You have to listen to his powerful and inspiring story! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff's good friend Eugene joins them with his powerful story of redemption. Coming from Russia to the United States in 1997, he went from losing practically everything in active addiction to working at one of the largest companies in the United States! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff dive into signs and symptoms of drug abuse, most commonly abused substances and share their experience with physical, mental, behavioral and emotional changes due to active addiction. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff and Jared bring on their good friend, and first guest Dom! Dom has an amazingly inspiring story for such a young person. He talks about the deepest, darkest parts of his addiction and finding hope from people who never gave up on him. This is a must hear! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jared and Jeff discuss their time within the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections. Stories of what life looked like on the inside. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff and Jared discuss powerlessness, surrender, the stigma around addiction as well as harm reduction services. Recovery is possible. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Connection is the opposite of addiction! Jared and Jeff discuss the 12 steps simplified and what helps them stick and stay. Unconditional surrender, God's will and clearing wreckage of the past is vital to sustainable long-term recovery.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support

Jeff discusses his progression of addiction, incarceration and finding hope in an unlikely place. He talks about going from high school football player to drug dealer and the legal consequences that ensued.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thenewwayoflifepodcast/support