Finding New Waters

In this profound and soul-stirring conversation, yoga teacher, doula, writer, and advocate Andrea Boyd dives into a wide-ranging discussion about self-anarchy, healing through breath and movement, the ancient wisdom of yoga and meditation, and the importance of reconnecting with our intuition. Drawing from her decades of teaching and personal experience, Andrea shares insight into self-governance, plant-based living, spiritual sovereignty, and the power of stillness in a noisy world. Whether you’re curious about yoga or on your own journey of recovery and transformation, this episode offers grounding truths and a deep sense of possibility.

• [00:00] Welcome & Intro

• [01:30] What is Self-Anarchy?

• [05:00] Reclaiming Inner Wisdom & the Power of No

• [08:00] Why “New Waters” is a Sacred Metaphor

• [11:00] The Purpose of Shavasana & Constant Rebirth

• [15:00] Connecting Breath, Spirit, and the Body

• [18:00] Andrea’s Journey into Yoga

• [24:00] Meditation as Self-Validation & Stillness

• [32:00] Food, Energy, and Going Plant-Based

• [40:00] Why What We Say to Ourselves Matters

• [45:00] Self-Governance and Tuning Your Own Instrument

• [49:00] Letting Go of Conditioning and Choosing a New Path

1. Self-Anarchy: Trusting your internal compass and governing yourself from within.

2. Yoga as Rebirth: Every class, every breath offers the potential for renewal.

3. Healing Through Breath: The diaphragm, lungs, and body are tools for self-liberation.

4. Plant-Based Living: Her shift toward veganism as a transformative spiritual decision.

5. Meditation as Witnessing: Not silencing the mind, but observing it with compassion.

6. Sacred Practice of Stillness: Why 3 minutes of stillness can change your day.

“Self-anarchy is being able to govern your own body and mind with your innate wisdom—on a cellular level, from eons ago.” – Andrea Boyd

Andrea Boyd is a globally respected yoga teacher, birth doula, author, speaker, and advocate for human and animal rights. Based in Charleston, SC, Andrea has been teaching yoga for over 22 years, leading transformative classes and workshops grounded in ancient philosophy and lived experience. She is the author of The Depth of Birth, hosts retreats and birth education programs, and continues to explore the intersection of personal sovereignty, conscious parenting, and embodied healing. Visit her website to learn more: www.andreaboydyoga.com

Instagram: @andreaboydyoga

• Andrea’s Website: https://www.andreaboydyoga.com

• Book: The Depth of Birth by Andrea Boyd

• Documentary: Earthlings (narrated by Joaquin Phoenix)

• Circle of Security Parenting

• Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

• Emoto Water Experiment

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#AndreaBoyd #FindingNewWatersPodcast #SelfAnarchy #YogaForHealing #MeditationJourney #SpiritualSovereignty #VeganLiving #EmotionalAwareness #StillnessPractice #YogaPhilosophy

In this episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Andrew Maloof, co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery in Boise, Idaho. Andrew reflects on his 12 years of sobriety, his journey from working in Las Vegas nightclubs to owning a treatment center, and how a moment of spiritual surrender changed everything. Together, they dive into what makes treatment effective, why hospitality and connection matter in recovery, and the power of simply showing up.

Whether you’re sober-curious, in long-term recovery, or supporting a loved one, Andrew’s humility, humor, and real-life experience offer deep insight and encouragement.

Timestamps:

• [00:00] Welcome & Introduction

• [01:00] Sobriety Milestones & The Masters Moment

• [04:00] Following Directions: A Recipe for Recovery

• [08:00] Fellowship, Inventory, and Staying Connected

• [12:00] Embarrassment vs. Empowerment in Getting Sober

• [17:00] From UNLV to Las Vegas Nightclubs to Recovery

• [20:00] Founding Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery

• [24:00] Hospitality in Treatment: Why It Matters

• [29:00] That First Honest Prayer

• [32:00] Living the Easier, Softer Way

• [36:00] Just Show Up: Final Reflections

Key Topics:

• The importance of connection in early and ongoing recovery

• How hospitality plays a key role in healing environments

• The founding of Eagle Creek Ranch and their philosophy of care

• What makes a treatment experience truly transformational

• Why showing up beats pretending every time

Guest Bio:

Andrew Maloof is the co-founder and CEO of Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery, a residential treatment center for men based in Idaho. With a background in hospitality management from UNLV and a personal recovery journey spanning more than a decade, Andrew combines professional excellence with lived experience. He’s passionate about creating healing spaces grounded in compassion, accountability, and the 12 Steps.

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Powerful Quote:

“Just show up. Be on time. Be present. You can’t pretend to care, but you can’t pretend to show up.”

In this empowering episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Meredith Brierly—also known online as Clean Coaching Mama—to explore the transformative power of sober living, holistic wellness, and motherhood. Meredith shares her raw and relatable journey through anxiety, addiction, and recovery in New York, to becoming a health coach and leading voice in clean, mindful parenting. With 13 years of sobriety, she now helps others live low-tox, purpose-driven lives grounded in recovery principles. Whether you’re a parent, in recovery, or simply seeking healthier habits, Meredith’s story offers inspiration and practical takeaways for living well without obsession or perfection.

00:00 – Welcome & Introductions

01:00 – Meredith’s Sobriety Journey and Family Life

04:00 – Corporate Life and Addiction in NYC

07:00 – Returning to NC and Her Path to Recovery

12:00 – Treatment, Fellowship Hall, and Early Sobriety

16:00 – January 1st: The Last Drink

21:00 – Rebuilding Identity in Sobriety

26:00 – Sober Weddings, Motherhood, and Boundaries

28:00 – From Recovery to Holistic Coaching

32:00 – Pantry Swaps, Mindfulness, and Low-Tox Living

34:00 – Final Words & How to Connect

• Why recovery doesn’t stop at sobriety—Meredith’s philosophy on integrated healing

• How motherhood, anxiety, and faith intersected in her recovery journey

• The dangers of hidden added sugar and low-quality foods

• Mindful tools like EFT (tapping) and breathwork for busy parents

• How she brings recovery principles into holistic health and family coaching

Meredith Brierly

Certified Health Coach, Speech Therapist, and Founder of Clean Coaching Mama

Meredith Brierly is a Certified Health Coach, speech therapist, and mother of two with 13 years of sobriety. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Meredith empowers women and families to live cleaner, more intentional lives through practical coaching, wellness workshops, and free resources. Her work blends recovery wisdom with nutrition, emotional regulation, and low-tox living.

Website: https://www.cleancoachingmama.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleancoachingmama

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#MeredithBrierly #CleanLiving #RecoveryJourney #HolisticParenting #SoberMomLife #FindingNewWatersPodcast #MindfulMotherhood #LowToxLiving

“Sobriety is the anchor for everything in our lives. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being intentional.” – Meredith Brierly

In this deeply personal episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Dylan Starrs, Program Director at Mountain House Recovery in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dylan walks us through his rollercoaster journey—from chasing rock stardom and working at Bel-Air Country Club to disappearing into addiction, crashing in motels, and ultimately finding recovery that stuck.

He shares how he stopped “auditing” recovery and finally put real sweat equity into his sobriety—through mentorship, structure, and showing up every day for his community. Dylan also reflects on music, golf, grief, purpose, and what it really means to stay connected to your own recovery while leading others through theirs.

• [00:00] Welcome & Dylan’s Backstory – From musician to mentor

• [04:00] Relapse, Recovery & Reinvention – Losing everything, then finding hope at St. Christopher’s Inn

• [10:00] Discovering Community at Jaywalker Lodge – Starting a podcast, giving back, and finally surrendering

• [15:00] What is Mountain House? – A structured aftercare program for young men in Arizona

• [20:00] Sobriety Isn’t a Gift—It’s Earned – Dylan on emotional graduate school and putting in the work

• [25:00] From Rockstar Dreams to Real Purpose – Music, mentoring, and helping men heal

• [30:00] Recovery as a Lifestyle – Having fun sober, staying right-sized, and showing up for life

• [36:00] Final Thoughts – Family recovery, teaching through experience, and building legacy

1. The Myth of the Quick Fix – Recovery doesn’t come from receiving—it comes from building

2. Emotional Grad School – Why true sobriety takes time, work, and reflection

3. Relapse & Redemption – How Dylan found grace, humility, and mentorship in unexpected places

4. Structure, Joy & Community – Building a life you don’t want to escape from

5. Staying in Recovery While Working in Recovery – Boundaries, self-care, and staying teachable

Dylan Starrs

Program Director, Mountain House Recovery

Dylan Starrs is a musician, recovery coach, and the Program Director at Mountain House Recovery, an aftercare facility for young men in Flagstaff, Arizona. After years of chasing fame, relapsing, and restarting his life, Dylan found long-term sobriety through structure, service, and connection. Today, he helps young men navigate life after treatment while still pursuing joy through music, golf, and community.

🌐 Website: https://www.mountainhouserecovery.com

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtnhouserecovery

• Mountain House Recovery: https://www.mountainhouserecovery.com

• Jaywalker Lodge: https://www.jaywalkerlodge.com

• 12-Step Meeting Finder: https://www.aa.org

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• YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

#DylanStarrs #MountainHouseRecovery #YoungMenRecovery #LongTermSobriety #FindingNewWatersPodcast #RecoveryJourney #MusicAndRecovery #LifeAfterRelapse #JaywalkerLodge

In this raw and powerful episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Dr. Zach Miller, co-founder of Solutions Healthcare and a man whose story defies the odds. Zach takes us from using IV opioids at 14 and living on the streets, to building a life in recovery, earning his GED, and eventually earning his PhD in under a year.

He opens up about the hard truths of early addiction, how structure and accountability helped him thrive, and the lessons he’s learned as a treatment provider and researcher. We also explore his dissertation, which revealed a surprising link between health insurance type and opioid overdose risk.

• [00:00] Welcome & Intro – Meet Dr. Zach Miller and his work in recovery

• [03:00] Early Addiction & Homelessness – IV opioid use at 14, kicked out in the snow

• [07:00] Wilderness Therapy & Mentorship – Finding purpose through pain

• [12:00] The Power of Structure – “I hate it, but I thrive in it”

• [17:00] Plus One Minus One – A brilliant recovery framework born from real experience

• [22:00] Getting a PhD in 11 Months – The journey back to academia

• [27:00] Dissertation Results – How insurance type predicts overdose frequency

• [34:00] Solutions Healthcare – His growing network of treatment centers in Florida

• [38:00] Final Words – On humility, leadership, and staying teachable

1. From Addiction to Academia – How Zach rebuilt from nothing and never stopped

2. The Importance of Structure – Why addicts often resist what they most need

3. The “Plus One Minus One” Model – Self-awareness in action

4. Overdose Data and Insurance – His PhD research explained

5. Humility and Leadership in Recovery – Why ego is the biggest relapse risk

Dr. Zach Miller

PhD, Co-Founder of Solutions Healthcare

Dr. Zach Miller is a recovery advocate, entrepreneur, researcher, and co-founder of Solutions Healthcare, a growing network of treatment centers in Florida. After surviving childhood addiction and homelessness, he rebuilt his life through mentorship, structure, and relentless self-work. Today, he holds a PhD and leads with a trauma-informed, accountability-based philosophy that’s saving lives. His dissertation research uncovered how insurance types correlate with non-fatal opioid overdose rates—an insight that’s reshaping how we view access to care.

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterthanideserve22

🌐 Website: https://www.solutionshealthcarefl.com

• Solutions Healthcare: https://www.solutionshealthcarefl.com

• Plus One Minus One Framework

• Find a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.org

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• Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608

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#DrZachMiller #SolutionsHealthcare #OpioidOverdose #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryResearch #FindingNewWatersPodcast #StructureInSobriety #LongTermRecovery #PlusOneMinusOne #FromGEDtoPhD

In this episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Ross Ellenhorn, Ph.D., a social psychiatrist, author, and founder of Ellenhorn—one of the most innovative community-based mental health programs in the country. Ross shares powerful insights on why traditional models of treatment often fail those in deep psychiatric distress, and how purpose, social value, and human connection play a vital role in true recovery.

From challenging the current system’s focus on diagnosis and disempowerment to unpacking how fear of hope holds people back from change, Ross offers a thought-provoking conversation that will shift how you view mental health, addiction, and healing.

• [00:00] Welcome & Introductions

• [02:00] Ross on Charleston and cultural memory

• [05:00] The Ellenhorn Model: A Community-Based Approach

• [10:00] The Problem with Readiness Models in Mental Health

• [14:00] Why Traditional Programs Can Fail

• [17:00] Risk in Recovery and the Mystery of What Works

• [22:00] Treating People as Humans, Not Diagnoses

• [26:00] Fear of Hope and Resistance to Change

• [28:00] On Play, Improvisation, and Sacred Originality

• [33:00] How to Learn More About Ross & Ellenhorn

1. The Limits of Diagnosis-Centered Care

2. Why Community-Based Support Outperforms Institutions

3. Hope as a Double-Edged Sword in Recovery

4. The Role of Improvisation and Play in Mental Wellness

5. Humanizing Treatment: Why Relationships Matter Most

Ross Ellenhorn is a social psychiatrist, founder of Ellenhorn, and author of multiple books including How We Change (and Ten Reasons Why We Don’t) and Purple Crayons: The Art of Drawing a Life. His work centers around helping individuals with severe psychiatric and substance-use issues recover while staying integrated in their communities.

Ross’s approach focuses on restoring dignity, connection, and autonomy to people whose needs are often minimized or pathologized. Learn more at:

🌐 https://www.ellenhorn.com

📘 Books on HarperCollins or Amazon

🌱 https://www.cardeacare.com (Ketamine & psychedelic therapy)

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In this episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Nate Faulkenberry, owner and operator of Doc’s Place, a long-term recovery program for men in Brunswick, Georgia. Nate shares his powerful personal story of going from client to leader at Doc’s Place, and how the structure, accountability, and 12-step immersion of the program helped him—and now helps others—build lasting recovery.

He discusses the importance of removing distractions, developing adult life skills, and how learning to live without the quick fixes (like drugs, alcohol, relationships, or prestige) is key to healing. Nate also speaks candidly about the hard work required, the beauty of building something from the ground up, and why Doc’s Place isn’t just a program—it’s a community for life.

• [00:00] Welcome + Nate’s Background – From client to owner of Doc’s Place

• [03:00] What Is Doc’s Place? – Long-term structure, accountability, and 12-step work

• [06:00] The Power of Single-Gender Recovery – Eliminating distractions for deeper healing

• [10:00] Nate’s Own Story – What made Doc’s Place different when everything else failed

• [14:00] Surrender and Humility – Learning to finally take direction

• [18:00] Daily Life at Doc’s Place – Meetings, work, chores, and responsibility

• [24:00] Who Is Doc’s Place For? – Ideal candidates and what they can expect

• [30:00] Terminal Uniqueness & Real Recovery – Breaking through the “I’m different” mentality

• [32:00] Final Reflections – Nate on purpose, peace, and building something that lasts

1. Long-Term Recovery Works – Doc’s Place is for men who’ve been to treatment before but need something deeper.

2. Accountability Changes Lives – Residents are required to work, pay their way, and grow up emotionally.

3. No Shortcuts – This program removes distractions like relationships so men can truly focus on themselves.

4. From the Inside Out – Nate shares how the hardest parts of the program were the most necessary.

5. It’s a Brotherhood – More than sober living, Doc’s Place offers lifelong community and support.

Nate Faulkenberry

Owner/Operator, Doc’s Place Recovery

Nate Faulkenberry is the owner and operator of Doc’s Place Recovery, a long-term men’s recovery program located in Brunswick, Georgia. After going through the program himself in 2016, Nate now dedicates his life to helping other men walk the same path toward structure, accountability, and lasting sobriety. A passionate advocate for 12-step recovery and emotional maturity, Nate is living proof that with the right guidance and willingness, transformation is possible.

🌐 Website: https://www.docsplacerecovery.com

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docsplacerecovery

• Doc’s Place Recovery: https://www.docsplacerecovery.com

• Find a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.org

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery

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• Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw

• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw

• YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

#DocsPlaceRecovery #LongTermRecovery #MensSoberLiving #NateFaulkenberry #SoberBrotherhood #12StepRecovery #FindingNewWatersPodcast

In this insightful episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Alexis Haines, Director of Business Development at Crisis Case Management (CCM). Alexis unpacks the complexity of true intervention work—far beyond the TV dramatizations—and shares how CCM approaches healing through comprehensive case management, family systems support, and long-term planning.

With experience ranging from owning a treatment center to building out CCM's national model, Alexis offers wisdom on mental health interventions, companioning, court-involved recovery, and why helping the entire family system is critical for lasting change.

• [00:00] Meet Alexis and What CCM Really Does

• [03:00] The Evolution of Crisis Case Management

• [06:00] Intervention, Redefined – Summits, invitational models, and holistic family work

• [10:00] Supporting Mental Health Crises – Mania, psychosis, and building trust over time

• [14:00] Companioning in Action – Creative interventions (yes, with Batman and Superwoman)

• [18:00] From Chaos to Containment – Leveraging Florida's Marchman Act when needed

• [24:00] Family Coaching is Non-Negotiable – Why enabling is the biggest barrier to change

• [30:00] Alexis’ Recovery Story – From court-ordered treatment to 14 years sober

• [34:00] The Bigger Picture – Fixing treatment misconceptions, funding gaps, and patient-first confusion

• [38:00] How to Connect – Getting started with CCM

1. Intervention Isn’t What You Think It Is – Surprise isn’t always effective, and shame isn’t necessary.

2. Mental Health Interventions Are Complex – Compassion, patience, and strategy matter.

3. Family Coaching is Critical – Without systems change, relapse is almost inevitable.

4. True Support is Long-Term – 30 days of case management is automatically built into all CCM interventions.

5. Personal Experience Fuels Professional Purpose – Alexis shares her own journey to long-term recovery.

Alexis Haines
Director of Business Development, Crisis Case Management (CCM)

Alexis Haines is a recovery advocate, speaker, and case management expert with over a decade of experience in the behavioral health field. She is the former co-founder of a treatment center and now serves as Director of Business Development at CCM, one of the longest-running case management organizations in the U.S.

With her own personal journey through addiction and recovery starting at age 19, Alexis brings lived experience, clinical insight, and deep compassion to every case. At CCM, she helps families navigate mental health and substance use crises through intervention, recovery coaching, companioning, and long-term care coordination.

🌐 Learn more: https://www.crisiscm.com

📞 Call: 1-800-920-3410

• Crisis Case Management: https://www.crisiscm.com

• Marchman Act Info: https://www.myflfamilies.com

• Find a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.org

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• Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw

• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw

• YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn

#AlexisHaines #CrisisCaseManagement #CCM #FamilyRecovery #MentalHealthIntervention #AddictionSupport #FindingNewWatersPodcast #CaseManagement

In this inspiring episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Lindsey Humphreys, founder of Illuminate North Carolina and Bob’s Way Recovery Center. Lindsey shares her journey from public service to recovery advocacy and talks about the powerful legacy of her grandfather, Bob Goodell—a pioneer in the local recovery community. She breaks down the work Illuminate NC is doing across harm reduction, sober companionship, and rural outreach through Bob’s Way, a new peer-run center providing low-barrier support in underserved Vance County.

From distributing life-saving naloxone throughout Wake County to eliminating childcare and scheduling barriers in IOP programs, Lindsey is shifting how recovery is accessed and experienced. If you're passionate about inclusive recovery, harm reduction, or family-led change—this one's for you.

• [00:00] Introduction – Meet Lindsey and learn about her grandfather Bob’s legacy

• [03:00] What Is Bob’s Way? – A peer-run center offering free recovery resources

• [07:00] The Importance of Henderson County – Why rural access to recovery matters

• [10:00] What is a Sober Companion? – Bridging high-stress transitions with live-in support

• [14:00] Recovery Beyond the Individual – Serving families, single parents, and professionals

• [18:00] Harm Reduction in Action – Naloxone distribution boxes across Wake County

• [22:00] Childcare, Night IOPs, and Flexibility – Removing the real-life barriers to healing

• [26:00] Building a Culture of Access – From Scranton roots to North Carolina reform

• [30:00] How to Connect – Contact info, websites, and more

1. Low-Barrier Recovery Access – Creating programs that adapt to real life—not the other way around

2. Harm Reduction with Heart – Naloxone boxes placed across Wake County save lives, no questions asked

3. Support for the Whole Family – Onsite childcare, night IOPs, and family-focused recovery

4. The Role of Sober Companions – Walking beside people during their most vulnerable transitions

5. Legacy and Leadership – How Bob Goodell’s recovery values continue to shape the future

Lindsey Humphreys
Founder of Illuminate NC & Bob’s Way Recovery Center

Lindsey Humphreys is the Executive Director of Illuminate North Carolina, a nonprofit that offers harm reduction services, sober companionship, and rural recovery programming. She also founded Bob’s Way, a peer-led recovery hub in Vance County named after her grandfather, Bob Goodell—a revered figure in the North Carolina recovery community. With a background in HR and government health services, Lindsey now leads innovative programming focused on accessibility, dignity, and meeting people where they are.

📞 Call: (919) 522-5990 (Bob’s Way main line)
🌐 www.illuminatenorthcarolina.org
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"We don’t need people to be perfect. We need them to stay alive long enough to get better." – Lindsey Humphreys

In this episode of Finding New Waters, we’re joined by Brooke McKenzie, CEO of Burning Tree Ranch, a nationally renowned long-term recovery program for chronic relapsers. Brooke shares how Burning Tree works with clients and families facing late-stage addiction, offering a deeply structured, accountability-driven model that creates lasting transformation. He explains why time is the most important tool in true recovery, how Burning Tree supports family healing, and why addressing behaviors—not just stopping substances—is the real key to sobriety.
If you or a loved one have struggled with multiple failed treatment attempts, this episode offers hope, clarity, and a pathway to lasting change.
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Timestamps:
• [00:00] Introduction – Meet Brooke McKenzie and Burning Tree Ranch
• [02:00] Why Long-Term Treatment Works – The importance of time, structure, and community
• [06:00] Chronic Relapsers and Family Involvement – Why joint leverage matters
• [10:00] Healing the Brain, Body, and Spirit – Neurological and spiritual recovery over two years
• [14:00] True Transformation – Measuring success beyond external achievements
• [18:00] Resistance vs. Willingness – A real litmus test for recovery progress
• [24:00] Family Healing and Boundaries – Engaging loved ones for true change
• [30:00] The Power of Surrender – Letting go of old patterns and starting true recovery
• [34:00] How to Connect – Finding support at Burning Tree Ranch
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Key Points Discussed:
1. The Real Reason for Long-Term Treatment – Healing takes time—physically, mentally, and spiritually.
2. How Families Play a Key Role – Joint leverage, support, and accountability are essential.
3. The Hidden Damage of Chronic Relapsing – Beyond substances, it’s about behaviors and belief systems.
4. Measuring Progress – Moving from resistance to willingness is the real indicator of healing.
5. Accountability as Compassion – True love means holding people responsible for change.
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Guest Bio:
Brooke McKenzie
CEO of Burning Tree Ranch
Brooke McKenzie leads Burning Tree Ranch, one of the most respected long-term residential treatment centers in the United States, specializing in chronic relapsers. With years of experience in addiction treatment, Brooke brings a deep understanding of the complex needs of late-stage addicts and their families. Under his leadership, Burning Tree has continued to transform lives by emphasizing time, accountability, family involvement, and spiritual growth as cornerstones of real, sustainable recovery.
🌐 Learn More: https://www.burningtreeranch.com
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Resources Mentioned:
• Burning Tree Ranch Website: https://www.burningtreeranch.com
• Find a 12-Step Meeting: https://www.aa.org
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