Preston Durnford: Altering People's Paths | The Hopeaholics Podcast

Join us for a powerful and introspective conversation with Preston Durnford, the creator of The Epic Journal, a journal that provides principles and journaling exercises that can be a myriad to mental health symptoms. We delve into the depths of life, loss, and the human spirit on this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast. Preston shares his raw and honest perspectives on navigating pain, the crucial importance of personal growth and self-reflection, and his inspiring drive to make a positive impact on the world. From poignant reflections on grief to his creative aspirations and a dramatic near-drowning experience, Preston's journey is a testament to resilience and the enduring power of hope. Prepare to be moved and inspired by this exploration of life's challenges and the unwavering pursuit of meaning

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Timestamps:
00:00:27:08 - Life's Painful, Sad Reality
00:00:47:08 - Loss Demands Strength
00:08:33:06 - Altering Paths Is A Gift
00:18:46:04 - Service Born From Suffering
01:10:17:14 - Brother’s Life Inspires Change
00:20:31:09 - I Thought, But Was Wrong
00:21:13:16 - Life Inexorably Marches On
00:21:55:16 - Submerged, Grasping For Air
00:27:21:20 - Sleep Brings Unexpected Pain
00:34:06:15 - Writing Yearning, Style Unknown
00:38:08:02 - Venturing Into The Unknown
00:49:17:12 - Surface Time Is Crucial
00:55:00:02 - Paper Visions Captivate
00:57:08:06 - Beach Confronts Inner Self
01:11:21:11 - Mask Hides True Hurt

Heather Barba: Trusting The Unknown Path | The Hopeaholics Podcast

Heather Barba shares her powerful journey of resilience, faith, and transformation after battling addiction and loss. Adopted at a young age, she struggled with identity and self-worth, later turning to substance abuse following the deaths of both her adoptive parents to cancer. Searching for discipline and purpose, she found healing through bodybuilding, jiu-jitsu, and ultimately, her faith in God. In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Heather opens up about overcoming adversity, breaking destructive cycles, and using her experiences to inspire others to embrace personal growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about strength, healing, and faith.

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Timestamps:
00:32:06 – From Atheism to Faith
00:34:10 – Focusing on Long-Term Growth
00:46:13 – Trusting God’s Guidance in Life
00:46:13 – The Power of Faith and Discipline
00:46:13 – Recognizing Your Own Power
00:46:13 – Pushing Yourself to Full Potential
00:46:13 – Drowning Out God’s Message
00:46:31 – You’re Meant for More
00:46:31 – Stop Waiting and Take Action
00:46:46 – Life Is Too Short to Wait
00:49:06 – Faith Heals the Broken
00:49:06 – Healing Is a Lifelong Process
00:50:14 – Challenges Are Stepping Stones
01:00:03 – One Decision Can Change Everything

Jesi Stracham: The Continuous Process of Rebuilding | The Hopeaholics Podcast

Jesi Stracham’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering faith. After a life-changing motorcycle accident left her paralyzed, she faced unimaginable challenges, from battling addiction to redefining her sense of purpose. In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jesi opens up about her reckless past, the moment she flatlined twice and had a vision of her late grandmother, and how she chose to fight for a meaningful life instead of succumbing to despair. She discusses the harsh realities of living with paralysis, her struggles with self-worth, and how adaptive sports helped her regain confidence and community. Through faith, fitness, and a relentless drive for personal growth, Jesi turned her tragedy into triumph. Now a competitive athlete, wellness advocate, and founder of the Wheel With Me Foundation, she’s on a mission to empower others to take control of their lives, no matter their circumstances. This is a story of perseverance, purpose, and proving that limitations are only what we make them.

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Timestamps:
00:06:08 – Moving Away at 16 for Racing
00:06:54 – Feeling a Spiritual Presence Before Her Accident
00:07:11 – Motorcycle Accident That Left Her Paralyzed
00:08:31 – Near-Death Experience and Seeing Her Grandmother
00:09:26 – Finding Purpose Through Tragedy
00:11:19 – Struggles with Bladder Control and Paralysis Complications
00:15:57 – Redefining Herself After Injury
00:16:21 – Competing in CrossFit and Finding Strength
00:19:22 – Losing Family Members to Suicide and Finding Faith
00:23:21 – Creating the Wheel With Me Foundation
00:32:06 – Journey from Atheism to Finding God
00:46:13 – Advice on Letting God Lead Your Life
00:50:54 – Launching a Fitness App for Wheelchair Users
00:56:15 – Learning to Love Herself After Injury
01:19:17 – Advocacy for Veterans and the Disabled Community

Taylor Ballinger: How Tearing My ACL Led to Substance Abuse | The Hopeaholics Podcast

Taylor Ballinger opens up about her journey through a turbulent childhood, struggles with addiction, and the path to self-discovery that led her to faith and healing. Growing up with absent parents, Taylor found herself immersed in substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and a toxic cycle of numbing pain. After suffering an ACL injury and facing the realities of her drinking habits, she turned to personal growth, mental health resources, and ultimately, her faith in God to rebuild her life. Now a fitness and mental health coach, Taylor shares her story to inspire others to break free from their past and find purpose.

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Timestamps:
00:03:12 – Realizing Her Childhood Was Difficult
00:05:18 – Growing Up Without Parental Guidance
00:09:04 – Parents’ Divorce and Its Aftermath
00:13:21 – Struggles with Food and Stability
00:19:04 – Getting Her Own Apartment in High School
00:21:49 – Discovering Her Mom’s Infidelity
00:23:14 – Cutting Ties with Her Mother for Years
00:28:07 – Recognizing Unhealthy Relationship Patterns
00:30:35 – Finding Healing Through Faith
00:39:17 – Getting Involved in Mental Health Coaching
00:42:53 – Early Introduction to Alcohol and Partying
00:44:06 – Abusive Relationship and Substance Abuse
00:46:24 – ACL Injury Leading to Heavier Drinking
00:49:36 – COVID Lockdowns Forced Self-Reflection
00:51:12 – Learning to Break the Cycle of Addiction

Bryan Calcott: Finding Peace Before Death | The Hopeaholics Podcast 

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, the guest shares his turbulent journey through addiction, incarceration, and the lifelong battle for self-acceptance. Reflecting on his time in prison—serving sentences for drug-related charges—he reveals how his obsession with money and external validation stemmed from a childhood marked by feelings of inferiority after moving from West Texas to New Jersey. He candidly discusses the pain of his strained relationship with his father, a pastor who battled his own hidden demons, and the emotional turmoil surrounding his father’s death. The conversation explores themes of self-love, the transformative power of sharing one’s story, and the importance of doing internal work to break free from cycles of self-hatred. Through his raw storytelling, the guest emphasizes that true healing begins with honesty, self-forgiveness, and choosing to love oneself unconditionally.

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Timestamps:
00:03:12:11 – Choosing Self-Love Daily
00:06:34:03 – Addiction’s Lifelong Battle
00:09:53:09 – Life on the Run
00:10:55:03 – Finally Facing Myself
00:13:07:08 – Father’s Unfinished Journey
00:14:18:18 – Struggles Respecting My Father
00:16:04:22 – A Father’s Silent Plea
00:21:26:07 – Family Tension and Pain
00:24:53:21 – Confronting My Father’s Secrets
00:27:30:02 – Serving Others Always Matters
00:30:56:22 – Truth Brings Freedom
00:31:33:19 – Honesty Starts the Healing
00:38:53:12 – Power of Sharing Stories
00:45:14:09 – Life After Prison
00:46:16:06 – Facing 15-Year Prison Sentence

David Meltzer: How Gratitude Can Change Your Life | The Hopeaholics Podcast  

In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, David Meltzer shares his incredible journey from making hundreds of millions of dollars, losing it all, and rebuilding his life through faith, gratitude, and purpose. As the Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, David discusses how timeless principles from Think and Grow Rich transformed his mindset and mission to empower over a billion people to be happy. He emphasizes the importance of non-negotiable habits—like prioritizing health, family, and faith—and explains how these consistent actions anchor his success. David dives deep into the concept of "divine detours," seeing life’s obstacles as opportunities for growth and greater alignment with a higher purpose. With raw honesty, he reflects on the life-changing moment when his wife and mother gave him an ultimatum: the day he stopped trying to change was the day they would cut him off. He credits their tough love and his commitment to constant self-improvement for his ability to rise again. Throughout the conversation, David challenges the stigma around wealth and generosity, arguing that you can only give as much as you have. His message is clear—keep trying, embrace divine timing, and never let failure define you. This episode is a compelling reminder that with faith, persistence, and a willingness to change, it’s possible to rebuild and live a life of true abundance.


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Timestamps:
00:02:10 – David’s Mission to Empower a Billion People
00:03:33 – Becoming Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Foundation
00:05:04 – How Think and Grow Rich Changed a Life
00:07:07 – Balancing Purpose and Impulse Control
00:08:31 – The Power of Gratitude and Why It’s Hard
00:13:29 – Why Pushback Means You’re Making an Impact
00:17:49 – The Infinite Loop of Giving and Receiving
00:20:53 – Asking for More Without Guilt
00:23:18 – Understanding Divine Detours and Timing
00:26:09 – The Importance of Non-Negotiable Habits
00:30:31 – How His Wife and Mother Saved Him
00:31:13 – “You Can Never Fail If You Keep Going”
00:27:32 – How Non-Negotiable Behaviors Fueled His Comeback
00:28:26 – Writing Down Values to Stay Aligned
00:32:21 – The Importance of Pushing Through Failure

Heather Beaton: Tired of Being Nothing | The Hopeaholics Podcast

In this emotional episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Heather Beaton shares her powerful journey from homelessness and addiction to finding freedom through recovery. She opens up about the trauma that fueled her substance abuse, her struggles with violent relationships, and the repeated suicide attempts that marked her darkest moments. Heather discusses how resentment toward her family drove her addiction, the illusion of control she clung to, and the spiritual awakening that ultimately saved her life. Her story is a raw and inspiring testament to the power of recovery, faith, and the support of a compassionate community.

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Timestamps:
00:01:55 – Emotional Reflection on Her Transformation
00:05:01 – Addiction in the Family
00:10:12 – Surviving Domestic Violence
00:12:15 – Resentment Driving Addiction
00:17:29 – Suicide Attempt at 18
00:21:52 – First Treatment Experience
00:30:32 – Failed Sub-Maintenance Attempt
00:33:14 – "God’s Hole in the Wall" Metaphor
00:35:14 – Accepting Powerlessness
00:36:51 – Desperate Prayer in Detox
00:43:12 – The Power of Meditation in Recovery
00:46:18 – Letting Go of Control and Trusting God
00:51:23 – The Turning Point That Led to Sobriety
00:56:42 – Healing Through the Recovery Community
01:08:25 – Staying Sober by Helping Others

Donal & Tiernan Cranny: "THERE'S NO ROOM FOR EMPATHY" | The Hopeaholics Podcast

In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, father-son duo Donal and Tiernan Cranny share their powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Donal reflects on his childhood in Northern Ireland during "The Troubles," his battle with alcoholism while working on Wall Street, and how the 12-step program transformed his life. Tiernan opens up about starting substance use at 10 years old, his struggle with harder drugs in his teenage years, and how his father’s sobriety eventually inspired his own recovery. Together, they discuss the generational impact of addiction, the challenges of family dynamics, and the hope found in healing.

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Timestamps:
00:07:21 – Growing Up in Northern Ireland During "The Troubles"
00:15:34 – Donal’s Wall Street Days and His Descent into Addiction
00:17:29 – The Mental Toll of Addiction: "A Body Fighting to Live, a Mind Wanting to Die"
00:21:08 – Donal’s Turning Point: The First Men’s Meeting and Finding Hope
00:23:21 – Tiernan’s Early Drug Use: Smoking Weed at Age 10
00:32:43 – Tiernan’s Darkest Moments: Six Suicide Attempts
00:34:49 – Relapse and the Power of a Sponsor’s Tough Love
00:38:18 – Losing Five Friends to Addiction and Its Lasting Impact
00:40:09 – A Simple Program for Complicated People: The Heart of Recovery
01:05:26 – Transitioning from Wall Street to the Tattoo Industry
01:07:42 – The Culture of Excess: Drinking and Drug Use in the 90s
01:12:21 – The Reality of Addiction: "We Chase the Dream but End Up Alone"
01:22:04 – The Rising Threat of Gambling Addiction
01:26:45 – How Addiction Affects Family Dynamics and Trust
01:42:20 – The Ongoing Work of Maintaining Sobriety

Jessy Lauren: "I KEPT DOING SOMETHING I HATED" | The Hopeaholics Podcast

Today, we have an incredibly raw and inspiring episode featuring Jessy Lauren, a woman whose journey through addiction, loss, and redemption will leave you speechless. Jessy opens up about her past with absolute honesty—sharing the darkest moments that nearly cost her everything, from a high-speed police chase and multiple felony charges to an overdose that became her ultimate wake-up call. But what makes her story so powerful isn’t just the struggle—it’s the way she found her way back.

Now, Jessy is the proud owner of a sober living home for women, where she dedicates her life to helping others who are walking the same painful path she once did. She talks about what it took to finally choose sobriety, the fear of facing consequences, and the surprising moments of grace that led her to where she is today. If you’ve ever felt lost or thought change was impossible, Jessy’s journey is proof that it’s never too late to turn your life around.

This episode is more than just a conversation—it’s a reminder that even in your lowest moments, hope is still there. Jessy’s courage in sharing her truth, from the nights she didn’t think she’d survive to the small victories that kept her going, is something that will resonate deeply. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a story of resilience, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

If you or someone you love is struggling, know that you are not alone. Help is out there, and recovery is possible. Join us for this powerful conversation, and if Jessy’s story touches you, please like, subscribe, and share—because you never know who might need to hear this today.

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Sahil Bloom: The 5 Types of Wealth to CHANGE YOUR LIFE  | The Hopeaholics Podcast

In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Sahil Bloom to explore what it truly means to live a meaningful and balanced life. Sahil opens up about his journey from chasing traditional success to realizing that true wealth goes far beyond money. After years of prioritizing work and material achievement, a life-changing conversation made him reevaluate everything—leading to a bold decision to leave his job, move across the country, and focus on what really matters: family, health, and purpose.

Sahil shares the struggles he faced while trying to balance ambition with personal well-being. He talks candidly about how excessive drinking affected his marriage and his journey to becoming a father after years of infertility. Through these experiences, he discovered that there are five types of wealth—financial, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual—and that focusing on just one can leave you feeling empty.

In this conversation, Sahil reflects on the challenges of identity after leaving behind a career in college baseball, the power of taking action without overthinking, and why he believes real happiness comes from serving others. He also discusses the influence of his parents' unconventional love story and how it shaped his values around relationships, family, and resilience.

Sahil is also the author of "The 5 Types of Wealth," a book that breaks down how to cultivate a richer, more fulfilling life by balancing these essential areas. His insights into modern masculinity, social media’s impact on relationships, and the importance of being present as a father are both thought-provoking and deeply personal. Whether you’re chasing career goals or simply trying to find balance in your life, his wisdom will inspire you to redefine what success truly means.

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