In this transformative episode, we explore profound journeys of healing, addiction recovery, and personal transformation with three remarkable guests. Brandon Novak shares raw insights about his path from professional skateboarding and addiction to recovery, revealing how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for change. Kel Cal opens up about breaking toxic relationship patterns, overcoming substance abuse, and discovering that the most important relationship is the one with yourself. Dr. Prarthana Shah provides expert guidance on preventing cardiovascular disease and achieving optimal health through lifestyle modifications, while Pedro Jerez discusses accessing your inner power through generosity, vulnerability, and trust in life's journey. Whether you're struggling with addiction, toxic relationships, health challenges, or seeking deeper personal growth, this episode offers practical wisdom and hope for transformation.
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00:00 – The Reality of Addiction
00:51 – Defining Addiction: Personal Perspectives
01:45 – The Highs and Lows of Substance Abuse
02:56 – Hitting Rock Bottom: A Turning Point
04:52 – The Journey to Self-Acceptance
06:38 – Childhood Trauma and Its Impact
09:50 – The Healing Process: Steps and Reflections
12:04 – COVID-19: A Catalyst for Change
14:22 – The Role of Self-Reflection in Healing
21:54 – Transforming Health and Lifestyle
22:50 – Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine
34:07 – Generosity and Trust: Keys to a Fulfilling Life
39:05 – The Power of Vulnerability and Love
43:00 – The Importance of Asking for Help
47:31 – Conclusion: Embracing Self-Love and Trust
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Learn how to heal and overcome childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, ptsd, cptsd, higher ACE scores, anxiety, depression, and mental health issues and illness. Learn tools that therapists, trauma coaches, mindset leaders, neuroscientists, and researchers use to help people heal and recover from mental health problems. Discover real and practical advice and guidance for how to understand and overcome childhood trauma, abuse, and narc abuse mental trauma. Heal your body and mind, stop limiting beliefs, end self-sabotage, and become the HERO of your own story.
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