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Be part of something bigger than yourself and find the life you want.I know how hard it can be to take that first step toward becoming your best self. It’s not easy to face fear or self-doubt—they can feel so overwhelming at times. But I’ve learned that we don’t have to go through recovery alone.
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Episode 242: Breaking Free from Eating Disorders: A Dialogue with Scarlett O’Connor
Are you ready to unravel the complexities of eating disorders? Explore the challenging journey of overcoming eating disorders as Duane sits down with Scarlett O'Connor, a London-based therapist specializing in eating disorder recovery. Scarlett shares her personal...
Episode 241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior’s Journey of Redemption and Recovery with Nadia Davis
Episode 241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior's Journey of Redemption and Recovery with Nadia Davis Every day, we put on our armor and head out into the world, often unaware of the battle some are waging within. In today's conversation, Duane sits down with Nadia Davis,...
Episode 240: Journey to Self-Actualization: A Candid Conversation with Hana Leyland on Addiction, Queer Identity, and Personal Transformation
NOTE: Since the date of recording this episode, our guest for this week has decided to gender transition. While you’ll hear her referred to by her previous name (often called a ‘deadname’) in the episode, we’ve updated the show notes to reflect this. Her name is Hana...
Episode 239: Escaping Addiction through Mentorship with Nic Kalo
What if you could conquer a 26-year-long addiction and transform your life in just two years? Join us for a compelling conversation with Nic Kalo, who shares her incredible journey from the depths of drug addiction to a life filled with supportive, goal-driven...
Episode 238: Aaron Porter on Embracing Love, Play, and Learning from Hardship
Growing up in a small town Brethren church, Aaron Porter's journey through life and faith has been far from ordinary. From his accidental career as a pastor to the way his faith was shaped by suffering, Aaron shares with Duane his experiences and insights with us in...
Episode 235: Exploring Addiction and Addiction Research with Dr. Hakimi and Andrew Drazan
Episode 235: Exploring Addiction and Addiction Research with Dr. Hakimi and Andrew Drazan In this episode, Duane speaks with Andrew Drazan and Dr. Edmund Hakimi to discuss the pressing topic of addiction and addiction research. Andrew Drazan is the founder and...
Episode 234: Navigating the Space Between Trauma and Peace: A Journey of Healing and Acceptance with Robert Common
The journey from trauma to peace and acceptance involves an intermediate space of transition. During trauma, the body is in a hyper-vigilant state, leading to pain, hurt, and suffering. Moving away from trauma requires a shift towards something different - a...
Episode 233: How to Be an Emotional Badass with Nikki Eisenhauer
Trauma is something that no one would choose to go through, but it can also be an opportunity for personal growth and wisdom. We may all have different stories and personal circumstances, but often, the dynamics at play are very similar in terms of how we...
Bonus Episode: Finding Addiction Recovery in Movies with Ted Perkins
Movies, as much as they’re entertaining, can also play a major role in addiction recovery. Films and movies tell us a lot about our humanity, and stories in films always follow a very familiar pattern – they're all about transformation, a relatable theme for...
Episode 232: Finding Hope in the Grit of Addiction and Trauma Recovery with Caroline Beidler
As you're trying to find hope in the grit of addiction and trauma recovery, there's power in being part of a community that can move us from a place of struggle to freedom. On this episode, Duane speaks with Caroline Beidler about her new book, “Downstairs Church:...
Episode 231: The Role of Family in Addiction Treatment with Dr. Brooke Keels
A lot of people who may be struggling with a family member that is in the throes of addiction think the person needs to go get help. But there's this whole system that probably has to be addressed. In this episode, Duane and Dr. Brooke Keels discuss the importance of...
Episode 230: Stepping Out of Pain Through Resilience with Andrew E. Guy
Life is going to throw curveballs at you, and that’s a given. The question is, how willing are you to withstand those? On today’s episode, Duane talks with Andrew E. Guy, the author of Work Your Words: Finding Your Pathway to Personal Success. Andrew helps corporate...
229: Treating Love Addiction with Dr. Cortney Warren
A lot of people go through an experience where they fall madly in love with someone, they crave them, and they want to be with them. There's this addictive nature of romantic love. And then for whatever reason, it doesn't work and you break up. Now, what? That being...
Episode 228: Attention Must Be Paid to Women Lost in the Opioid Crisis with Debra Gonsher Vinik
Debra Gonsher Vinik made the decision to make a documentary about the opioid crisis about four years ago, in the face of what little she knew was going to be an increasing horror show in terms of the number of deaths caused by opioid use. She also wanted to highlight...
Episode 227: Breaking Free from a Life Full of Falsehoods with Rio Timberlane
If you're trying to move away from addiction and all the falsehoods, you have to start looking through that lens and replace them with axioms or self-evident truths. Once you’re in harmony with the world you live in, you get clarity on who you really are. In today’s...
