What if that pivotal moment was just the beginning?

Addiction Episodes

Dec. 3, 2024

Straddling the Picket Fence: Barb Higgins' Journey Through Grief and …

Barb Higgins shares a deeply moving and raw story about the loss of her daughter, Molly, an experience that transformed her life in unimaginable ways.

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Nov. 19, 2024

Breaking Free: Meg Gluth on Overcoming Addiction After Loss

In this episode of "The Life Shift Podcast," Meg Gluth shares her journey through life's challenges marked by anxiety, addiction, and personal loss. Meg's story is one of transformation, resilience, and introspection, highlighting her shift from societal expectations to personal …

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May 21, 2024

From Addiction Struggles to Advocacy in Mental Health | Evan Transue

In this episode, Evan Transue shares his journey of overcoming mental health challenges, from childhood panic attacks to teenage depression and substance abuse, which has led him to his role as a mental health advocate. This episode offers valuable insights …

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April 30, 2024

From Emotional Neglect to Self-Awareness | Justin B. Long

Justin B. Long is a prolific author, entrepreneur, and podcast host. Justin bravely delves into his past, sharing his transformative journey from a childhood overshadowed by perfectionism and neglect to his current reality of success and self-awareness.

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Jan. 30, 2024

Finding Kindness in Chaos and Darkness | Jaclyn Lindsey

Jaclyn Lindsey, the CEO of kindness.org, shares finding kindness in chaos and darkness - from a troubled adolescence marred by substance abuse, bullying, and self-destruction to her transformative journey toward faith, resilience, and change.

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Oct. 27, 2023

From Addiction and Incarceration to Justice Reform | Amanda Hall

Amanda Hall shares her remarkable journey of overcoming addiction and incarceration, leading into changing lives through justice reform. S2E93: Amanda Hall - From Addiction and Incarceration to Justice Reform

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June 27, 2023

Overcoming Shame, Toxic Masculinity, And Finding Purpose | John D’Ago…

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, John D'Agostini shares his journey of overcoming shame, toxic masculinity, and finding purpose. He discusses his experiences coping with family addiction and abuse, societal pressure on gender roles, and struggling with isolation …

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Sept. 20, 2022

Staying Sober Requires Finding the Right People | Hondu Knight

Hondu shares this journey to sobriety and the moments that triggered his addiction. Most importantly, we discuss how he stays sober daily and the everyday struggles that try to pull him from his 6+ year sobriety.

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Aug. 2, 2022

Journey from Addiction to Self-Love and Triumph | Levi Kreis

In this episode of 'The Life Shift Podcast,' host Matt Gilhooly chats with Tony Award-winning artist Levi Kreis about his transformative journey from the throes of addiction to the pinnacle of Broadway success. It's a raw, intimate exploration of personal …

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July 19, 2022

Are You Going to Stop Drinking Forever? | Heidi Kirby

In this episode, Matt is joined by learning and development leader, adjunct podcast professor, and host of the BLOC (Building Learning and Organizational Culture) podcast, Heidi Kirby. She is also finishing her Ph.D. program in Instructional Design and Technology.

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