Martha McSally: No One’s Coming To Save You, Take Back Your Power & Find Purpose
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Deep personal healing requires facing the self with as much courage as one faces the world. Former US Senator and trailblazing military leader , the first American female fighter pilot and the first to command a US Fighter Squadron, shares her raw, intimate story of navigating profound loss, emotional volatility, and a painful cycle of abuse that began after the death of her father and childhood dog. She discusses the critical shift from seeking external saviors to taking radical responsibility for her own recovery, a journey that involved disconnecting from a victim frequency and pursuing a...
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Healing The Brain Through TMS
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You must know the right type of depression that a person is going through to provide them with appropriate treatments – but not with TMS. Tim Westbrook, MS sits down with , who breaks down how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation works even without knowing someone’s exact medication or diagnosis. He explains how TMS rebalances neurotransmitters without limitations of traditional pharmacologic approaches to help patients freely feel their emotions. Dr. Robbie also discusses how TMS differs from ketamine-assisted therapies and what must be done to make this treatment method more accessible to...
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Ketamine Therapy: The Door That Brought Me Back To Life
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Ketamine therapy has become a turning point for many who once believed change was impossible—and for , it opened the door that changed everything. After years of addiction, trauma, and self-destruction following a devastating military accident, Chad found healing and clarity through his recovery journey and the transformative effects of ketamine therapy. He shares how this experience helped him break lifelong patterns, rediscover purpose, and channel his renewed strength into , a movement that uses apparel to start conversations about mental health, addiction, and healing. His story is a raw...
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Removing Everything That Isn’t You: A Journey Back To Yourself
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Embracing your most authentic version is not about adding things to yourself, but instead removing everything that is not you. Through healing and mindfulness, unleashing the real you is possible. Joining Tim Westbrook, MS is composer and musician , who guides people on cultivating awareness, emotional balance, and peace through the power of breath and presence. He shares his work at Zen Wellness, where he teaches how breathwork and meditation can quiet the mind, reconnect the body, and open the heart. Jason also presents how he uses his musical skills to elevate meditation practices to...
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Turning Tragedy Into Purpose Through Collegiate Recovery
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Collegiate recovery is more than a program—it’s a lifeline for students trying to rebuild their lives while pursuing their education. ’s story is one of transformation, gratitude, and service. After a near-fatal drunk driving accident became her turning point, she committed to sobriety and to helping others do the same. Today, as Associate Director for Student Conduct and Recovery at , Angela leads a powerful Collegiate Recovery Program that’s changing how universities support students in sobriety. In this conversation with host Tim Westbrook, she opens up about her personal journey,...
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From Rock Bottom To Quota Crusher: Sobriety, Sales, Survival
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Sobriety does not only free you from your addictions – it can also level up your entrepreneurship approach. Tim Westbrook is joined by , a powerhouse business strategist and global speaker in long-term recovery. She explains how her recovery journey plays a huge role in building her purpose-driven brand and maintaining her integrity despite the many challenges along the way. Narelle also reflects on her humble beginnings and the traumatic experiences she went through that intensified her compassion, shaped her resilient mindset, and transformed her into a heart-led entrepreneur.
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How To Achieve Healing At All Levels
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Healing is more than just treating your wounds or feeling better. By going beyond surface-level fixes, you also address your biggest internal suffering. Joining Tim Westbrook in this insightful conversation is practitioner, speaker, and founder of Wesley Kress. He dispels the myth of the “inaccurate body” and the right way to deal with unresolved trauma, the most overlooked factor in every disease. Wes also emphasizes the importance of never shying away from difficult conversations, the positive benefits of meditation, and why self-love should always be one of your top priorities. If you...
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Experiencing Healing Through YouTube
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An Inspiring Journey Of A Recovery Leader
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The recovery journey is not just about yourself, but also about making ripples to change other people’s lives for the better. Tim Westbrook sits down with Matthew Handy, who shares how he is paying forward as a recovery leader after everything he went through. Breaking down his philosophy of “debt of recovery,” he explains how he used his first-hand experience with addiction treatments to build the vision and practices of his very own Handy Treatment Centers and . Matthew also discusses why suffering has its own share of benefits, the role of pain in achieving lasting transformation, and...
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Taking Care Of Your Gut Health
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Everything begins and ends with your gut health, from your daily mood to the body’s ability to heal itself. Tim Westbrook explores this interesting topic with global educator and keynote speaker . She explores the gut-brain connection that directly impacts a person’s mental health, which is especially crucial for someone recovering from addiction. Dr. Donese breaks down practical tips to support your mitochondrial health, the truth about the living bugs in our body, and why you should check your pool every single day. If you want to optimize your gut health to live a healthier and more...
info_outlineA life transformed through sobriety—today’s guest has not only overcome addiction but has turned his journey into a mission to help others. As a TEDx speaker, best-selling author and dedicated endurance athlete Nick’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery and community. In this episode, we get into his personal battle with alcohol, the moment he hit rock bottom and the strategies that have kept him sober for the long haul.
Beyond his sobriety journey Nick shares how he rebuilt his life through physical fitness and personal development. From doing Ironman’s before he was sober to achieving peak performance after recovery he explains how sleep, discipline and community support has impacted his success. His book Executive Loneliness shines a light on the hidden struggles of high achieving professionals and the need for open conversations around mental health and connection.
If you're looking for motivation, practical advice, and a reminder that rehabilitation may lead to a better version of yourself, this episode is for you. Whether you're newly clean, supporting a loved one, or simply interested in personal development, Nick's insights will provide you with lessons on resilience, health, and finding purpose beyond addiction.
- [01:54] Tim introduces guest Nick Jonsson, a TEDx speaker and author.
- [02:54] Nick shares his background—born in Sweden, educated in Australia, and living in Southeast Asia for 20 years. He discusses his early experiences with alcohol in Sweden, where access was heavily regulated.
- [04:20] Drinking became a problem when Nick moved to Australia at 23, where alcohol was widely available and socially encouraged.
- [05:55] Drinking escalated in Asia, leading to health issues. Even after hospitalization in Thailand, he initially denied alcohol as the cause.
- [07:52] Nick describes his attempts to quit drinking, culminating in a failed attempt on his birthday in 2018, which led him to seek medical detox.
- [09:33] He began his sobriety journey with AA, attending daily meetings for the first few years.
- [10:03] He's been sober for 7 years.
- [11:21] Nick discovered that about 33% of senior executives in Singapore were lonely and isolated. He realized this was a problem. This was the beginning of Nick writing Executive Loneliness.
- [12:32] His TEDx talk is partially based on the book where he talks about getting healthy and getting proper sleep.
- [13:26] He studied everything on sleep. One of the top tips he discovered was taping your mouth.
- [15:01] His Ironman numbers improved when he got extra sleep.
- [17:47] Community support, including AA and men’s groups, played a crucial role in maintaining long-term sobriety.
- [19:01] It's helpful to be an authentic groups that aren't just about sobriety.
- [20:51] Ironman racing was part of his life before sobriety, but his performance improved drastically after quitting alcohol.
- [22:15] One of the things that has changed for Nick is his ability to ask for help and be more vulnerable.
- [23:08] Finding mentorship and being part of an elite triathlon training group helped him excel as an athlete.
- [25:15] In order to train, he became extremely disciplined and also stopped watching news.
- [27:37] Physical health became a priority, especially for managing high cholesterol. Instead of medication, he chose daily exercise.
- [29:17] He discusses the impact of isolation and anxiety on mental and physical health, sharing how unresolved stress led to psychosomatic illness.
- [31:31] People need personal and professional safe spaces and friend groups that they can talk to.
- [33:27] Leaders in high-stress environments need to prioritize self-care rather than glorifying overwork.
- [35:02] Social media has played a significant role in spreading awareness about sobriety and mental health.
- [36:12] Nick shares his most unexpected lesson. He encourages listeners to acknowledge and talk about their struggles.
- [37:55] If you're trying to get sober, talk to someone. He has free resources in the back of his book Executive Loneliness.
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