Recovery Advocate Network: Coffee & Conversation

Welcome to Episode 19 and an amazing conversation with Chev from Florida Rising (I will allow him to share his full name as he pronounces it SO much better than I do!!). Chevalier Lovett (he/him, they/them) proudly serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Florida Rising. Born and raised on the historic West Side of Winter Park, FL - He has spent more than 15 years in senior leadership positions in local & national roles within the nonprofit sector, which includes positions with the YMCA, City Year, and legacy Organize Florida. A first-generation college graduate, he has done academic studies at several notable institutions. Chevalier is very active in the community and serves on several notable local, state, and national boards & committees, which currently include the Contigo Fund, Hope CommUnity Center, Executive Nominating Board for the City of Orlando, the Board of Trustees of the Winter Park Public Library, as an Executive Board Member for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando & Osceola County, Poverty Solutions and Opera America's Racial Justice national committee & National Trustees Committee. In recognition of his service to the community, he was named 2020's Most Influential by Winter Park Magazine. He was also named as a finalist in two categories in Orlando Weekly's Magazine Best of 2021 awards (Best Local Big Shot Who's Not an Elected Official and Best Local Leader During the Pandemic) and named as a finalist in Best of 2022 in three categories (Best Local Influencer, Best Local Big Shot Who's Not an Elected Official and Best Local Leader During a Pandemic). In 2023, he was named the Diversity Game Changer by the Orlando Magic & Florida Blue. Chevalier believes his existence is to be a voice and to fight alongside & with marginalized communities. Particularly those who come from low-income BIPOC communities, the LGBTQIA+ space, youth & education, young leaders, and those who are committed to the Peace Movement. He has been sought after as a speaker for his deep work in activism, DEI, and organizational & leadership development. Aside from spending time with family and his twin baby sons in his free time you can hear Chevalier as an active musician in several classical arts spaces across the US East Coast and as the Contemporary Worship Director for First United Church of Winter Park.

This episode contains several sensitive topics, including gun violence, murder, gender identity and sexual orientation discrimination, and poverty. If you feel triggered, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, or national and community support groups. We also discuss topics that some may find controversial, such as gun control, abortion laws, voting rights, etc., and hence want to remind you that the opinions expressed are the host and guest's own opinions and do not represent the opinions of any organization.

Guest Quote:

"I believe luck is preparation meeting opportunity. If you hadn't been prepared when the opportunity came along, you wouldn't have been lucky." ―Oprah Winfrey

Guest Links:

• Cultivating Leadership During The Coronavirus
• Organized Voices: Waking up to the history of LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC Florida Politics
• Uplifting Marginalized Communities in Florida Amid "Anti-Woke" Policies
• Check out Chevalier Lovett's Story
• The Mission of Habitat literally changed my life
• After Pulse: Chevalier Lovett

Acronyms:

• AAPI: Asian American and Pacific Islander
• BIPOC: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color
• LGBTQIA+: lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or sometimes questioning), intersex, asexual, and others. The "plus" represents other sexual identities, including pansexual and Two-Spirit.

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Today, our guest Dan Joseph, author of the book Backpack to Rucksack – Insight into Leadership and Resilience by Military Experts, and I will discuss a variety of leadership topics such as corporate culture, team leadership, boundaries, and empathy as well as sensitive topics including suicide, domestic abuse, violence, drug abuse, sexual abuse, and the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences. We kicked the episode off with working through our own personal challenges as we provide a voice to others struggling – Dan through his book and being an author advocate and me through this podcast and running a nonprofit in the mental health space.

Dan's book offers practical and actionable guidance on leadership and resilience from the perspective of military experts. Drawing on his extensive knowledge and experiences, he provides valuable insights and relatable anecdotes that make the concepts accessible and applicable to a wide range of readers.

The book emphasizes the importance of leadership in various contexts, from the military to corporate settings, and provides practical tips and real-world examples that can be implemented in everyday life. The author's conversational writing style is engaging and motivational, making the book an enjoyable and inspiring read.

One of the book's standout features is its emphasis on resilience. Dan highlights the significance of resilience in the face of challenges and provides strategies for developing mental toughness, adaptability, and self-care. He also delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of resilience, offering practical tools for bouncing back from setbacks and thriving in the face of adversity.

Dan is an Army Veteran with a master's degree in organizational psychology.

Since this episode deals with so many sensitive topics, we want to remind you that if you feel triggered, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis lifeline. If you need other resources such as shelter, support group resources, transportation, food, and/or a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse, call 211 or visit www.211info.org for assistance.

So, what are we waiting for?

Fill up your coffee, sit back, and let's get started!

Guest Links:

• www.combatpsych.com
• Book "Backpack to Rucksack" on Amazon

Guest Quotes:

• "Get After It"

Additional Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Culture Map

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Welcome to the first in our "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. These episodes are written by guests who prefer to use their written voice instead of their interview voice to share their stories. Each author has submitted a blog, and then I, Ange, will read and record it for them.

As a reminder, the views expressed in any blog are the views of the author, and the purpose is to provide a safe place for the author's voice to be heard. This first episode deals with gender identity challenges. I have included the full text in the show notes.

So, fill up your coffee and sit back and let's get started.

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Trapped

By: Shayne

Have you ever gone spelunking (cave exploring)? I have. The light slowly fades as you walk down into the cavern. It's pitch black. It's fun at first. But then…. The realization hits you that the space is getting smaller and smaller. Your pace slows. Your steps forward and down the slope cautious and tentative. Finally the space is so small that you must crawl chest pressed against the ground, just mere inches separating your back from the roof. Your arms seem frozen. You. Are. Trapped. No one can see you. Everyone believes you're safer there in the cave.

Hi. My name is Shayne and my pronouns are he/ they. But only a few know that. I am "in the closet" with one tentative arm bracing against the doorway to freedom.

Not being "out" or even being only partially out is excruciating.

I come from a conservative - republican - Baptist family. I was part of a small Baptist church in the rural United States beginning in infancy. Somehow, I still became the gender-nonconforming queer dude that I am.

I am trapped.

I am trapped in my family.

They are invested and vocal about their faith and morals. They judge any non-heterosexual or non-cisgendered identity as a sin and abomination. They turn the tv off when any of these "lifestyles" are represented.

What you have to know is - still - I love them.

How can I have to choose between "who I am, who I want to be, how I view the world, who I love", and… my family?

Maybe you too struggle with your family. Maybe they say hurtful things to you or to others that make your environment uncomfortable or make it unsafe to be who you truly are. Maybe some have told you - "just tell them, just come out already". But it isn't safe for you to do so.

The walls close in.

I am trapped in my social sphere.

Community can be so healing and it can be so traumatizing. In my social sphere a constant barrage of opinions and racism and ableism and homophobia and transphobia assault me from every side. Those who say they love others spew hate and hurtful words at everyone who is different from them even in the smallest of ways. "Her hair shouldn't be that color or that short." "Why doesn't she wear more dresses?" "How could she let those words/songs/shows/etc… be in her life".

Maybe you too face hate around you. You face it with your friends. You face it in your church. You face it in your work environment. You face it with the law. You face it… Every day you get up knowing another headline, leader, or even friend will say or do something against another person because of their race, their dress, their disability, their sexual identity, their gender identity, their faith, for WHO THEY ARE.

The walls close in.

I am trapped by my body.

It betrays me. It doesn't fit. It doesn't look the way I know it should look. It has the wrong parts. Every month the gender dysphoria. Every day trying to find the clothes that will feel right. Every day looking at myself in the mirror and wanting to cry because the body looking back at me isn't mine.

Maybe you too deal with body dysphoria. Maybe since you were young you felt uncomfortable in your own skin. Maybe the clothes you are "supposed" to wear don't represent you. Maybe the hair you want isn't allowed. Maybe the name you were given grates on you when you see it or hear it.

The walls close in.

I am trapped in my shame. The faith, the morals, the judgment, the hate that looms over me is never ending. And the hate starts to become mine. I start to hate myself. My body. My brain. My thoughts. My feelings. My desires…. Myself.

Maybe you too are developing a hate for yourself. Maybe you hide yourself away and isolate from others. Maybe you do things that hurt because you feel disgusted. Maybe you have lashed out at others who don't fit the mold because you don't want to admit who you are.

The walls close in.

By now I imagine you're thinking well great that's a very uplifting and inspirational message - NOT.

But the truth is… I am approaching 30…And…. I'm still trapped and for now that's how it must be.

I write all this so you know- YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

I cannot say I know exactly how you feel. I cannot say I have been exactly where you are. I cannot say those things. But I hope this message will let you know that there are others who are hidden and suffering too.

So what can we do?

What can we who are in impossible situations and traumatizing environments do?

We CAN make our own community.

Gravitate in social situations to the people we can trust; the people we can be the most real AND safe with, the people who will help us on this journey.

We CAN dare to dream.

This is so important for me. To think about if I was completely free what would I want? To think about how I feel and who I really want to be? Allowing myself to dream. Dreaming of unconditional love instead of loneliness. Dream of someone who makes us feel safe and special.

We CAN comfort ourselves and remind ourselves that it's okay to chose safety over identity disclosure for a time.

Reminding ourselves that this won't last forever. We can work toward freedom. We can make a plan that will guide us toward the future we want.

We MUST remember that being in the closet doesn't mean our feelings, our thoughts, our desires, our beliefs, our expression, our identity are any less valid or real.

I will say it again for everyone like me who has been accosted every moment of their days on this earth with the fact that they aren't "right" and that they need "fixed" or hidden.

YOU ARE NOT IN ANY WAY ANY LESS VALID BECAUSE YOU ARE "PASSING" FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND SURVIVAL.

The time to climb out of the cave. The time to blink our eyes as we gaze at the most gorgeous most bright most bold sunrise. The time to let ourselves stretch. To feel our arms swing, our feet stomp, our lungs… breathe.

The time will come.

And until then, know this- YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

The time for - coming out - transitioning - publicly embracing all of who we are. The time will come for us.

Until then

IF OR WHEN you're ready to stand PROUD and declare I KNOW WHO I AM AND YOU CAN LOVE AND SUPPORT AND CELEBRATE ME OR YOU CAN JUST GO BECAUSE I WILL NOT BE DISRESPECTED, DEHUMANIZED, OR ABUSED. BY. ANYONE.

know that I will be cheering for you and celebrating your bravery and freedom.

And I dream that you will celebrate for me too when the time comes for me.

Don't give up hope.

You may be trapped now….

But one day…

you and I will come into the light leaving fear and hiding behind and let our QUEERNESS shine.

You just listened to Episode 16, featuring our Jodi, who shared her personal recovery story from opioid addiction, childhood trauma, childhood and adolescent sexual abuse, suicidal ideations, her brave journey through experimental migraine treatment surgery, and of course, her motivational quotes that kept her going.

PS: The secret dog guest - an English Bulldog, named Babe.

Guest Quotes:

"Perhaps the butterfly is proof that you can go through a great deal of darkness, yet still become something beautiful." - Beau Taplin

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue [change] that counts." - Winston Churchhill

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If you want to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

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If this episode was triggering to you, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis lifeline. If you are in the US and need additional resources such as shelter, support group resources, transportation, food, and/or a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse, call 211 or visit www.211info.org for assistance.

If you wish to provide feedback, please feel free to leave comments on the episode or email us. Now back to your coffee.

Today, we welcome Sandra Rostirolla, author of Making Friends with Monsters. Sandra joins us as the second edition of the Recovery Advocate Network Book Club Series. She has generously donated an autographed copy of her book for sale at our Auction scheduled for October 26th – 28th, 2023. All book club editions include the author and the Podcast host's signature, and 100 percent of the money raised goes to support the mission—email [email protected] for more information.

Sandra's books have received many accolades, including CIBA's Dante Rossetti Award for Best YA/Fiction. The Author Academy award for best MG/YA, and Literary Classic's Best Adventure. She was born in Sydney, Australia, and lives in Los Angeles with her husband and rescue kitten, Noodle. If you are nearby and want to meet her, she has an event at the Orange County Book Fair on October 1st, 9:30 am - 4 pm PT at 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Booth P7. Find out more here: https://slrostirolla.com/events/.

Her book, Making Friends with Monsters, tells the story of 12-year-old Sam as he learns to deal with many mental health and family challenges, such as suicide, addiction, abuse, self-harm, financial hardship, and more. I loved this book so much that I have recommended it to Mom's groups as a Book Club read to help them learn new language to use with their children around emotions and mental health, therapists, treatment centers, and I even took a stab at submitting it to Oprah to see if there was a shot of getting it into her book club – it is that impactful.

So, what are we waiting for? Fill up your coffee, and let's get started!

My heart exploded as I edited this episode – I love it. I genuinely hope listeners share this with their loved ones and in all community areas. To learn more about the book, visit www.makingfriendswithmonsters.com.

Guest & Episode Mentioned Resources:

· Website: www.makingfriendswithmonsters.com Website: www.slrostirolla.com

· Book: Making Friends with Monsters

Guest Quotes:

· "The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." – Walt Disney

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You just listened to Episode 14, featuring our Guest, Dr. Gabriel Constans author of A B.R.A.V.E. Year 52 Weeks Being Mindful. In this episode we discussed mindfulness and meditation. The benefits. How to ease into it. That it is OKAY to be fearful and it take courage at times to be mindful. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Dr. Constans. If you would like to learn more about him visit his website www.gogabriel.com.

Guest & Episode Mentioned Resources:

· Website: www.gogabriel.com

· Book: A B.R.A.V.E. Year 52 Weeks Being Mindful by Gabriel Constans, Ph.D.

Guest Quotes:

"Everything has a stimulus and response. Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lie our growth and our freedom. - Vicktor Frankl (psychologist and holocaust survivor).

"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." – John Lennon

Quotes from the book mentioned:

· "Every life matters, including yours. Start acting like it."

· "Thinking ahead doesn't prepare us for experiencing the present."

· "The mind is like a computer…if we don't occasionally watch our thoughts, our lives are pre-programmed."

· "Observing the mind…is like turning on a light to see in the dark."

· S.T.O.P.: Stop – Take a Breath – Observe – Proceed

· "While working, just work. While playing, just play. When learning, just learn. When listening, just listen."

· "Mindful meditation takes courage and conviction, to look at, and see (internally and externally) what is taking place."

Definitions:

· Dissociation: a disconnection between a person's sensory experience, thoughts, sense of self, or personal history.

· Meditation/meditating: think deeply or focus one's mind for a period of time, in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation.

· Mindfulness: a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.

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As a reminder, the experiences and advice expressed in this episode are the host and guest's own personal stories and do not represent the opinions of any treatment center or organization mentioned. RAN is passionate about opening the doors for all voices and experiences – not just those expressed in any particular podcast

If you want to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

In case you are wondering, every individual working with RAN does so on a 100% volunteer basis. All funds raised go to support the mission. So, don't forget to Love, not like, our podcast and subscribe. We have quite a few amazing guests booked for future episodes. Trust me - You won't want to miss them, so subscribe today!

We hope you will also connect with us at www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org where you can donate to the mission, read blog posts, and stay in the loop about upcoming events, including our next fundraising auction on October 26th – 28th of this year. If you would like a sneak peek into some available items, contact [email protected]. If you would like to donate items or services, email us.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Recovery_advocate_network, and on Twitter @Ran2Wellness.

If this episode was triggering to you, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis lifeline. If you are in the US and need additional resources such as shelter, support group resources, transportation, food, and/or a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse, call 211 or visit www.211info.org for assistance.

If you wish to provide feedback, please feel free to leave comments on the episode or email us. Now back to your coffee.

You just listened to Episode 13, featuring our Guest, Crissy Clark, from Ripple Ranch Recovery in Spring Branch, Texas. In this episode, we discussed the link between childhood trauma and addiction. We will walk through common types of childhood traumas, the role of coping mechanisms in the onset of addiction, and how therapy can address and heal past traumas. I particularly liked the emphasis on trying different treatment modalities until the individual in recovery finds the one that works for them.

Guest & Episode Mentioned Resources:

· Ripple Ranch Recovery: https://rippleranch.com

Books:

• "What Happened To You" by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce Perry
• "The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober" by Catherine Gray
• "Sunshine Warm Sober" by Catherine Gray
• "The Body Keeps The Score" by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
• YouTube Video: "How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime – Nadine Burke Harris" https://youtu.be/95ovIJ3dsNk

Guest Quote:

• "Lean into the discomfort."

· Acronyms:

• CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• DBT: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
• PHP: Partial Hospitalization Program
• IOP: Intensive Outpatient Program
• DETOX: process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances.
• ACE: adverse childhood experiences. Take the quiz: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/media-coverage/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean/

As a reminder, the experiences and advice expressed in this episode are the host and guest's own personal stories and do not represent the opinions of any treatment center or organization mentioned. RAN is passionate about opening the doors for all voices and experiences – not just those expressed in any particular podcast.

If you want to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

In case you are wondering, every individual working with RAN does so on a 100% volunteer basis. All funds raised go to support the mission. So, don't forget to Love, not like, our podcast and subscribe. We have quite a few amazing guests booked for future episodes. Trust me - You won't want to miss them, so subscribe today!

We hope you will also connect with us at www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org where you can donate to the mission, read blog posts, and stay in the loop about upcoming events, including our next fundraising auction on October 26th – 28th of this year. If you want a sneak peek into some available items, contact [email protected]. If you would like to donate items or services, email us.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Recovery_advocate_network, and on Twitter @Ran2Wellness.

If this episode was triggering to you, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis lifeline. If you are in the US and need additional resources such as shelter, support group resources, transportation, food, and/or a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse, call 211 or visit www.211info.org for assistance.

If you wish to provide feedback, please feel free to leave comments on the episode or email us. Now back to your coffee.

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Today's podcast focuses on Boundaries and Why They are so Scary. We are thrilled to have our guest, Charisse, here to share her expertise.

This episode mentions various mental health challenges as well as religious influences. We realize some listeners may have experienced abuse through religion, so we want to include this in our episode trigger warning. If you feel triggered by any of the topics mentioned, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis lifeline.

We also discussed co-dependency, career transitions, varying treatment levels, trauma responses, some of our favorite books, and of course, our favorite quotes.

We hope you will also connect with us at www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org where you can donate to the mission, read blog posts, and stay in the loop about upcoming events, including our next fundraising auction on October 26th – 28th of this year. If you would like a sneak peek into some available items, contact [email protected].

If you would like to donate items or services, email us.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Recovery_advocate_network, and on Twitter @Ran2Wellness.

Guest & Episode Resources:

"Have courage and be kind." -Cinderella

"A master of patience is a master of everything else." -George Savile

Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend

"When you were born you were given one opportunity to be yourself, build a legacy, and make a difference. Make it count." - Angela Gill Nelms ("Ange")

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As a reminder, the experiences and advice expressed in this episode are the host and guest's own personal stories and opinions. RAN is passionate about opening the doors for all voices and experiences – not just those expressed in any particular podcast.

If you want to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

In case you are wondering, every individual working with RAN does so on a 100% volunteer basis. All funds raised go to support the mission. So, don't forget to Love, not like, our podcast and subscribe. We have quite a few amazing guests booked for future episodes. Trust me - You won't want to miss them, so subscribe today!

You just listened to Episode 11, featuring our Guest, Jim. We enjoyed nerdy conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) and mental health.

Some of the topics mentioned in this episode include the impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce, its use in disease identification and treatment, meditation, music, sleep tracking, potential uses in clinical research, therapy settings, and bias reductions. We also discussed some risks that pertain to privacy and concerns over job loss to AI.

As a reminder, the experiences and advice expressed in this episode are the host and guest's own personal stories and do not represent the opinions of any treatment center or organization mentioned. RAN is passionate about opening the doors for all voices and experiences – not just those expressed in any particular podcast.

If you want to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

We hope you will also connect with us at www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org where you can donate to the mission, read blog posts, and stay in the loop about upcoming events, including our next fundraising auction on October 26th – 28th of this year. In a previous auction, I was the lucky bid winner of Foreigner VIP tickets (thanks, Foreigner, for supporting RAN's mission.) If you would like a sneak peek into some available items, contact [email protected]. If you would like to donate items or services, email us.

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If this episode was triggering to you, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis lifeline.

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Guest & Episode Mentioned Resources:

· Personal website: https://jim.schwoebel.me

· Steve Jobs speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc / commencements

· My band's link: https://pragmatists.live

· My band's album description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Eb4I2zxw2t-ZB6oT6F1vy16ftzzzpn9/view

· My band's AI album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0831OyLqTA&list=PLror0K8Y4wY59PQpmBA3wPkAb0w_rISiQ&index=13

· My brother's illustration album: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VytSxfhZMUZx2FN5NRu7_N0ZSpffvAOi/view

· My textbook in voice computing: https://www.neurolex.ai/voicebook/

· Quote: "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life." – Steve Jobs

· Huberman Lab Podcast:

o Dr. Matthew Walker: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep: https://hubermanlab.com/dr-matthew-walker-the-science-and-practice-of-perfecting-your-sleep/

o Toolkit for Sleep (mentions stress relief, immune booster, trauma release): https://hubermanlab.com/toolkit-for-sleep/

· Matt Walker Podcast (Sleep Expert): https://themattwalkerpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

· AI Journal App: Rosebud

· AI Meditation App: Ogimi AI

· Sleep App: SleepWatch

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You just listened to Episode 10, featuring our Guest, Joshua, who shared his personal addiction recovery story as well as his journey working in the recovery field.

This episode mentioned addiction to drugs and alcohol, suicide, self-harm, and other mental health topics. If this episode was triggering to you, we encourage you to contact your support system, therapist, national and community support groups, the Global Crisis Text Line by texting 741741, and/or if in the US, dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis lifeline.

As a reminder, the experiences and advice expressed in this episode are the host and guest's own personal stories and do not represent the opinions of any treatment center or organization mentioned. RAN is passionate about opening the doors for all voices and experiences – not just those expressed in any particular podcast.

If you would like to share your experiences or expertise, we encourage you to be a future guest by emailing us at [email protected]. Or submit a blog post by emailing [email protected].

In case you are wondering, every individual working with RAN does so on a 100% volunteer basis. All funds raised go to support the mission. So, don't forget to Love, not like, our podcast and subscribe. We have quite a few amazing guests booked for future episodes. Trust me - You won't want to miss them, so subscribe today!

We hope you will also connect with us at www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org where you can donate to the mission, read blog posts, and stay in the loop about upcoming events, including fundraising auctions.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Recovery_advocate_network, and on Twitter @Ran2Wellness.

If you wish to provide feedback, please feel free to leave comments on the episode or email us. Now back to your coffee.

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Guest Resources:

· Alana Recovery Center: https://www.alanarecovery.com/?fbclid=IwAR1ehQ7BhttHvDihgIct61SLqGvM41hIc5cydgX9UtossMxfJDJ55EG83FQ

· Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center: https://www.blueridgemountainrecovery.com/?utm_source=Bing&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=listing&utm_term=brand&y_source=1_NDExODM3NS00ODMtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D

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