On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks to comedian and influencer, Kristina Hart, about growing up in a Persian family, religious trauma, therapy, and so much more. Kristina dives into her past struggles with addiction for the first time, and she shares how she overcame her addiction to create her much improved life and advance her career. This episode also covers the crossroads of religion and values and how the relationship between the two impacts modern society.

What path is the comedian on now? And what is coming in the future? You'll find out.

Expect lots of inspiration and some genuine words of encouragement that will help jump start your year. It's a must-watch!

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Resources:

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Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica⁠

URL: ⁠www.mhanational.org⁠

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Promises Behavioral Health – Treatment for addiction, mental health/trauma:

URL: ⁠www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com⁠

Insta: ⁠@promises_bh⁠

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Get to know our guest: Kristina Hart

Insta: ⁠@edgykristinahart

Tiktok: @edgykristinahart

Host: Patrick Custer

Insta: ⁠@patrick_custer⁠

Tiktok: @patrickcusterproject

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00:00 INTRO

08:06 FROM SHELTERED TO PARTY SCHOOL

16:27 FAMILY, HEALTH, AND RELIGION

31:30 RECOGNIZING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

50:32 DECONSTRUCTING TAUGHT BELIEFS

55:49 FEAR AND SELF-REGULATION

01:04:30 "I DON'T HAVE TO HAVE THE ANSWER"

01:07:39 WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT/CLOSING

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Artist and songwriter, Shaylen, joins this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories to discuss her journey in the music business as a child star facing the pressures of body image and living with an eating disorder. She has now been able to grow into her own as a solo artist after years of hard work.

Shaylen realized her love for music at a young age when performing at church. She went on to be a part of the pop group, Savvy, which traveled around the world and was even featured in the TV show, The Wannabes Starring Savvy. After some time, the group was suddenly shelved and dropped from their label which led to them moving to LA in an attempt to keep everything going. When the rest of the group decided to pursue their own goals, Shaylen remained in LA working odd jobs while honing her songwriting skills and building industry connections. Now Shaylen has learned how to handle the highest highs and lowest lows of life as not only an artist, but as a person with her own traumas and struggles. Patrick and Shaylen will dive into her story and how she has overcome life’s obstacles to reach her goals and pursue her purpose, music.

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Find more from Shaylen here!

YouTube: @Shaylen

Insta: @shaylenofficial

TikTok: @shaylenmusic

Twitter: @shaylen

www.bryanrubymusic.com

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@TheTrevorProject:

If you are thinking about harming yourself — get immediate support.

Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free.

Text: 678-678

Call: 866-488-7386

Insta: www.instagram.com/trevorproject

URL: www.thetrevorproject.org

National Suicide Help Line Phone: 988 (new nationwide short-code)

URL: www.988lifeline.org

Promises Behavioral Health - Help for addiction, mental health/trauma:

Call: (888) 648-4098

Insta: ⁠@promises_bh⁠

URL: www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Mental Health America:

Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica⁠

URL: ⁠www.mhanational.org⁠ .

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On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits with pro baseball player turned country singer-songwriter Bryan Ruby. Bryan was the first professional baseball player to come out as gay, and he shares his journey from living a “double life” to being proud of who he is. After transitioning to a career in country music, Bryan founded the non-profit Proud to Be in Baseball, which aims to encourage the next generation of queer baseball players.

Patrick and Bryan discuss the process of finding yourself and your path in life in an environment where you are discouraged from being yourself. Having recently released his debut EP Diamonds are Forever, Bryan shares his love for country music, and wanting to be the representation he never had as a kid.

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Insta: @patrick_custer

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Find more from Bryan Ruby here!

Insta: @bryanrubyofficial

TikTok: @bryanrubyofficial

www.bryanrubymusic.com

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We would love to hear from you!

Email us at [email protected]

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__________________

Resources:

@TheTrevorProject:

If you are thinking about harming yourself — get immediate support.

Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free.

Text: 678-678

Call: 866-488-7386

Insta: www.instagram.com/trevorproject

URL: www.thetrevorproject.org

National Suicide Help Line Phone: 988 (new nationwide short-code)

URL: www.988lifeline.org

Promises Behavioral Health - Help for addiction, mental health/trauma:

Call: (888) 648-4098

Insta: ⁠@promises_bh⁠

URL: www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Mental Health America:

Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica⁠

URL: ⁠www.mhanational.org⁠ .

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Keywords: trauma, recovery, podcast, mental health, addiction, country, pride, rooted recovery stories, sobriety, sober, patrick custer, mental health podcast, trauma podcast, anxiety podcast, addiction podcast, adiction, recovery podcast, coping mechanisms

In this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, we're very excited to welcome our guest, Walker Hayes, a father, husband, and country music star, shares his story in conversation with Patrick Custer and co-host Brad Schmitt. Brad, who is entering over a decade of sobriety, is a writer for The Tennessean and has called Nashville home for many years. Patrick, Brad, and Walker dive into the daily realities of addiction and sobriety and discuss their views on human nature, faith, and spirituality.

Walker is the youngest of nine children, so he did not have the typical busy home life since many of his siblings were already out on their own. His early identity was found through sports, but he discovered early on that he also loved music despite it not being the “cool” thing to do at school. Walker’s alcohol use began as a way to have fun with older friends, relieve anxiety, and gain confidence when talking to girls, but later in life, his addiction reached a turning point one day when he realized the negative effects his body was facing. While developing his faith in God, Walker began winning the everyday battle that fighting addiction brings while learning how to be present with his family and music career without the use of substances.

We would love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]

Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ​⁠​⁠@rootedrecoverystories

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Resources:

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Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica⁠

URL: ⁠www.mhanational.org⁠

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Promises Behavioral Health – Treatment help for addiction, mental health/trauma:

URL: ⁠www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com⁠

Insta: ⁠@promises_bh⁠

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Get to know our guest: Walker Hayes

Website: www.walkerhayes.com

www.instagram.com/walkerhayes

www.twitter.com/walkerhayes

www.facebook.com/walkerhayes

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Host: Patrick Custer

Insta: ⁠@patrick_custer⁠

Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ​⁠​⁠@rootedrecoverystories

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Co-Host Brad Schmitt:

Insta: ⁠@brad_schmitt

https://www.tennessean.com/staff/2648274001/brad-schmitt/

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Ever wonder whether reality TV is as glamorous behind the scenes as it appears on the screen? Join Patrick Custer and his guests Braunwyn Windham and Jennifer Spinner as they uncover the reality behind reality TV! Patrick, Braunwyn, and Jenn talk about the weird fan interactions they’ve had, what it’s like dating a recovering addict, finding pleasure in simplicity, and fighting the stigma of struggling with addiction.

If you think Braunwyn looks familiar, there’s a good chance you’ve seen her in one of our past Rooted Recovery episodes! There’s an even better chance that you’ve seen the mother of 7, activist & recovery advocate as a former actress on @bravo 's The Real Housewives of Orange County. On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Braunwyn is joined by her partner Jenn who grew up in a family that doesn’t shy away from talking about addiction but instead celebrates overcoming obstacles and taking ownership of trauma.

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Insta: @braunwynwindhamburke

TikTok: @braunwynwb

Find more from Jenn here!

Insta: @hashtag_blehssed

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Email us at [email protected]

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__________________

Resources:

@TheTrevorProject:

If you are thinking about harming yourself — get immediate support.

Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free.

Text: 678-678

Call: 866-488-7386

Insta: www.instagram.com/trevorproject

URL: www.thetrevorproject.org

National Suicide Help Line Phone: 988 (new nationwide short-code)

URL: www.988lifeline.org

Promises Behavioral Health - Help for addiction, mental health/trauma:

Call: (888) 648-4098

Insta: ⁠@promises_bh⁠

URL: www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com

Mental Health America:

Insta: ⁠@mentalhealthamerica⁠

URL: ⁠www.mhanational.org⁠ .

.

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#walkerhayes #newmusic #countrymusic #newcountrymusic #countrysongs #countrymusic #walkerhayesmusic #musicrow #faith #trauma #recovery #podcast #mentalhealth #addiction #alcoholism #lifestyle #doityourself #homeimprovement #interiordesign #inspiration #purpose #quitdrinking #tennessee #sobriety #recovery #healing #wellness #soberlife #sober #goodnews #nashvillebusiness #promisesbehavorialhealth #patrickcuster