On The Authentic Adversity Podcast you will be joined by remarkable individuals as they take you through their personal journeys having faced and overcome adversity in life. With resilience, creativity, community and hope they share how they have realized a better future for themselves and the people around them! These inspirational stories and conversations will capture your attention and provide a sense of compassion and new understanding of the human condition. It will really open your eyes to what is possible for all of us!
Overcoming Body Dysmorphia and Eating Disorders - Self-Acceptance & Yoga : Abbey Morris - Ep.
Abbey Morris shares her personal journey of struggling with anxiety, body image issues, and an eating disorder. She discusses how her unhealthy obsession with exercise and losing weight led her to hit rock bottom and seek help. Through therapy, yoga, and a life-changing hospitalization, Abbey found the strength to choose recovery and rebuild her life. She now uses her own experiences to create a safe and accepting space for others to heal and find self-compassion.
Key Takeaways:
Abbey's childhood was marked by anxiety and body image issues, leading to an unhealthy obsession with exercise and weight loss.
A life-threatening hospitalization served as a wake-up call for Abbey, pushing her to choose recovery and make positive changes in her life.
Yoga played a crucial role in Abbey's healing journey, helping her find acceptance, gratitude, and self-compassion.
Quotes:
"I was constantly working out and eating healthy, but I wasn't happy with the number on the scale."
"If you don't stop, you're gonna die."
"That was the best practice of my entire life because I didn't miss pushing myself."
"I just want everyone to feel accepted because I know what it's like to be so afraid of that."
"I couldn't imagine not giving it back. It fills me up like nothing else to be somebody else's cheerleader."
Authentic Adveristy Podcast :
Hosted by Chris Howe
Social | https://www.instagram.com/_chris_howe_/
Website | www.authenticadversity.com
Social | https://www.instagram.com/authenticadversity/
Email | info@authenticadversity.com
Sponsors :
Another Road Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Website | https://www.anotherroad.ca
Carousel Tattoo & Barber
Website | https://www.carouseltattoo.ca
IG | https://www.instagram.com/carousel.tattoo.barber/
Twelve Mile Tattoo
Website | https://twelvemiletattoo.com
IG | https://www.instagram.com/twelvemiletattoo/
3 Mar 2024
Breathwork Facilitator Nick TNT Shares his Recovery Journey and the Power of Breath - Ep. 30
In this conversation, Nick TNT shares his journey of recovery and the transformative power of breathwork. He discusses the inspiration for teaching breathwork and the challenges of promoting his book. Nick also opens up about his difficult upbringing and the patterns of dishonesty he developed. He emphasizes the importance of breathwork in healing trauma and regulating the nervous system. Nick shares his perspective on reshaping recovery programs and living in the present moment. He highlights the power of creative altruism and the need to help others on their own spiritual journeys. In this conversation, Nick TNT discusses his journey of starting Honu House Hawaii and the transition from sober living to residential care. He emphasizes the importance of breathwork in addiction recovery and how it can lead to spiritual awakening. Nick also shares resources and support available for those seeking help. The conversation concludes with gratitude and appreciation for the opportunity to share his story.
About the Guest:
Nick TNT is a breathwork facilitator, treatment center owner, and author. He has a powerful story of recovery and has been sober for over 10 years. Nick is passionate about helping others heal and find their own path to recovery through breathwork.
Takeaways:
-Breathwork can be a powerful tool for healing trauma and regulating the nervous system.
-Living in the present moment and reshaping recovery programs to fit individual lives can lead to greater fulfillment and success.
-Creative altruism, or helping others, is a meaningful way to find purpose and belonging.
-Breaking free from self-limiting beliefs and writing a new story can lead to personal growth and transformation.
Notable Quotes:
"If you can feel the sadness and you can feel the joy and you can feel the anger, then you don't have to become it." - Nick TNT
"Breathwork is a natural method to regulate the nervous system and access deep healing." - Nick TNT
Resources:
Website: https://www.breathofliferecovery.org
"Breath of Life" by Nick TNT: https://a.co/d/glG3Ig0
IG | https://www.instagram.com/breathofliferecovery808/
Authentic Adveristy Podcast :
Hosted by Chris Howe
Social | https://www.instagram.com/_chris_howe_/
Website | www.authenticadversity.com
Social | https://www.instagram.com/authenticadversity/
Email | info@authenticadversity.com
Sponsors :
Another Road Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Website | https://www.anotherroad.ca
Carousel Tattoo & Barber
Website | https://www.carouseltattoo.ca
IG | https://www.instagram.com/carousel.tattoo.barber/
Twelve Mile Tattoo
Website | https://twelvemiletattoo.com
IG | https://www.instagram.com/twelvemiletattoo/
Lakeside Recovery Men's Addiction Treatment CenterWebsite | https://www.lakesiderecovery.ca IG | https://www.instagram.com/lakeside_recovery/
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11 Feb 2024
Recovery, Redemption and Politics : Shane Cuthbert - Ep. 29
In this episode, Chris Howe sits down with Shane Cuthbert to discuss his incredible journey of recovery and redemption. Shane opens up about his challenging childhood, including being bullied, suffering a compound fracture, and experiencing molestation. He shares how these traumatic experiences led him down a path of addiction and eventually to prison. Shane also talks about the turning point in his life and how he found hope and purpose through recovery. He highlights the importance of sharing his story and helping others who are facing similar struggles. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of transformation.
About the Guest:
Shane Cuthbert is an Australian politician and advocate for recovery, adversity, and redemption. He has a powerful personal story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and incarceration. Shane is the first formerly incarcerated politician in Australia and is running for council election. He is dedicated to using his experiences to inspire others and bring about positive change in his community.
Key Takeaways:
- Shane's childhood was marked by bullying, a compound fracture, and molestation, which led to depression and addiction.
- The trauma and challenges Shane faced in his early years contributed to his involvement in criminal activities and multiple incarcerations.- Recovery and finding purpose were pivotal in Shane's journey of redemption and personal growth.
- Shane's decision to share his story and run for council election is a testament to his resilience and commitment to making a positive impact in his community.
- Shane's experiences highlight the importance of support, empathy, and understanding in helping individuals overcome adversity and find hope.Notable
Quotes:-
"When you've gone through a lot of trauma and traumatic stuff, that's really hard to deal with personally, obviously. You turn to vices and drugs and alcohol. To be able to take that negative traumatizing thing and repackage it as something that allows me now through those experiences to help others, it's an incredibly good feeling." - Shane Cuthbert
You can find Shane on Instagram and Facebook:
- Shane Cuthbert's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shane_cuthbert/
- Shane Cuthbert's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shanecuthbertofficial/
Authentic Adveristy Podcast :
Hosted by Chris Howe
Social | https://www.instagram.com/_chris_howe_/
Website | www.authenticadversity.com
Social | https://www.instagram.com/authenticadversity/
Email | info@authenticadversity.com
Sponsors :
Another Road Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Website | https://www.anotherroad.ca
Carousel Tattoo & Barber
Website | https://www.carouseltattoo.ca
IG | https://www.instagram.com/carousel.tattoo.barber/
Twelve Mile Tattoo
Website | https://www.twelvemiletattoo.com
IG | https://www.instagram.com/twelvemiletattoo/
Lakeside Recovery Men's Addiction Treatment Center
Website | https://www.lakesiderecovery.ca
IG | https://www.instagram.com/lakeside_recovery
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Overcoming Adddcition & Finding Fulfillment Through Kindness and Sobriety : Josh Davis - Ep. 19
Published 3 Jul 2023 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And, and yeah, it's really interestingly, say that, I mean, I think a lot of people need to hear that, right? Because it is, it's our crutch for so, so many of us for so long. And, and we get so far away from our true nature as a person. And, and then, you know, once we get sober, we have this, this sort of self discovery journey to find out who we really are, and it's really quite interesting. I had forgotten who I was. I, I wasn't sure who I would be without liquor. You know, I didn't want to be boring. I didn't want my wife to go, this isn't the guy that, that I started with, you know what I mean? […]
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