Sarah Nerad had her first sip of alcohol at age 15. This began a journey from self-destruction to leadership in recovery-centered education. As a co-founder of Heartland High School her experience and passion drive her to help teenagers in need of a safe and accepting environment to recover.

Episode 9: Adolescence, Addiction, Advocacy

Top thought leaders share their personal stories that have fueled their passion to help others navigate stress, trauma and adversity….. especially in these challenging times. Host Rick Milenthal, CEO of The Shipyard, is breaking stigmas advocating that “Communication Can Cure.” Listeners will learn we are not alone in our struggles…….. and resilience is within our grasp.



Produced by: The Shipyard, Mike Long, Cate Masters, Karen Milenthal, Coupe Studios

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Top thought leaders share their personal stories that have fueled their passion to help others navigate stress, trauma and adversity….. especially in these challenging times. Host Rick Milenthal, CEO of The Shipyard, is breaking stigmas advocating that “Communication Can Cure.” Listeners will learn we are not alone in our struggles…….. and resilience is within our grasp. Produced by: The Shipyard, Mike Long, Cate Masters, Karen Milenthal, Coupe Studios

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Episode 9: Adolescence, Addiction, Advocacy

Episode 9: Adolescence, Addiction, Advocacy