This week our guest is one of Jon Cerone's close friends, Brandon Kaitschuck. Brandon, in his raw, authentic voice, takes us on his tumultuous journey from being a rebellious 15-year-old experimenting with marijuana, to spiraling into addiction involving cocaine, opiates and even fentanyl.

It wasn't a smooth ride to recovery for Brandon. He candidly shares the darkest periods of his battle with addiction, recounting his desperate attempts for escape and spiritual validation. Through multiple rehab visits and a struggle with sobriety that stretched from his high school years to his post college life, Brandon elaborates on how his continued journey to wellness and personal growth lead him to finally understanding what it means to live an authentic life.

With a new found appreciation for life, Brandon discusses with us everything from his physical fitness journey to his passion for music and his strategies to stay accountable. We delve deep into how his struggle with addiction and subsequent recovery has shaped his outlook on life to the point where he is determined to publish books to aid others in the same battles that he has fought. This episode is a testament to how a life riddled with addiction can be turned around, and serves as an inspiring guide on how to regain control of one's life.

Don't forget to check out Episode 37 with Brandon's band TOED on why music is such an important part of wellness!

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