Guidance in Recovery | Sobriety Journeys

Guidance in Recovery | Sobriety Journeys

Are you looking for some guidance to get into Recovery? Addictions fueled by traumas are no joke, and we're here to help those new to Recovery find their way. Hosted by Keegan Read, Guidance in Recovery is a deep-dive recovery podcast featuring raw personal stories and expert insights from the fields of mental health and personal development. We explore the past without staying there, giving you the tools to overcome substance abuse, defeat alcohol problems, and foster personal growth. If you're looking to get into Recovery, this is the podcast for you. Connect with the Mission: Watch on TV: Catch us on Reveel! Listen on Radio: WDJY 99.1 FM (Fridays 7am EST) Resources & Guest Profiles: https://retrievingsanity.com Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/keeganread Want to be a guest on Guidance in Recovery? Send Keegan a message on PodMatch, here: https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/recoverypodcast

Episodes

June 19, 2026 33 mins

Eating disorder recovery requires looking far beneath the surface of daily food behaviors to address underlying trauma and systemic healthcare misunderstandings. In this episode, renowned registered dietitian Jessica Setnick breaks down the flaws in current diagnostic criteria and explains how understanding your ancestral history can unlock true dietary healing.

Why do we view food and body image the way we do? In this deep-...

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Addiction recovery and personal development take center stage as Keegan speaks with Nick Yerhart, a 10X Business Coach and Social Media Coach. Discover how overcoming personal barriers, practicing essential self-care, and building a trust-driven personal brand can help you find your true purpose.

Nick opens up about his continuous journey of overcoming personal barriers, sharing why deeply understanding addiction is the ulti...

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Overcoming obstacles takes center stage as certified 10X business coach Nick Yerhart shares his profound journey of living with cerebral palsy and navigating deep grief. Discover how to shift your mindset, embrace your authentic self, and unlock radical personal growth despite life's hardest challenges.

In this powerful episode, host Keegan Read sits down with Nick Yerhart, a certified 10X business coach and special needs ad...

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Trauma healing does not always require formatting a path to forgiveness, but it does demand radical authenticity and a willingness to be heard. In this episode, Heather Ann Ferri breaks down how to overcome societal shame, redefine your relationship with money, and unlock emotional breakthroughs.

How do we truly heal when traditional wellness advice fails us?

Heather shares how deep-seated societal shame blocks self-discovery, and w...

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Trauma recovery and physical wellness start from the inside out, and master healer Heather Ann Ferri joins the show to reveal how clean water plays a critical role in releasing emotional pain. In this episode, she breaks down the shocking connection between childhood trauma, sugar addiction, and why standard water filtration isn't enough to protect your health.

In this powerful episode Heather Ann Ferri uncovers the profound...

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Are you tired of being your own worst critic?

Remember: it is never too late to reinvent your soul.

In Part 2 in this episode of Guidance in Recovery, Gretchen Schoser (G-Rex) dives back into the raw complexities of mental health, addiction recovery, and the life-changing power of vulnerability.

If you've been struggling with emotional health, setting boundaries, or finding joy after trauma, this conversation is your reminder that you...

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Think extroverts can't get depressed? Think again... In Part 1 of this powerful episode of Guidance in Recovery, Gretchen Schoser tears down the myths surrounding mental health, isolation, and extroversion.

Gretchen shares her raw, personal journey of wearing a "happy mask" to hide her inner pain, proving that the loudest people in the room are often fighting the hardest battles. If you or someone you love is struggling sile...

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Trauma recovery requires us to look inward and understand how our minds and bodies protect us from pain through dissociation. In this episode, psychosomatic practitioner Naomi Morad explains how neuroplasticity allows us to rewire our brains, process deep-seated emotions, what healing in layers is like.


Takeaways

  • Nobody can fill that void, only you yourself.
  • Dissociation is a protective mechanism that helps cope with pain.
  • Heal...
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Are you tired of carrying the weight of past trauma? We speak with trauma-informed psychosomatic practitioner Naomi Morad to uncover how repressed trauma manifests physically and emotionally in our bodies.

Discover the truth behind the coping mechanisms that might actually be keeping you stuck, and learn how cutting-edge mental health techniques like Brain Spotting and Inner Child work can help you achieve true self-love and emotion...

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Endometriosis recovery requires deeper healing than just physical treatment; it demands a fundamental shift in your identity and self-belief. In this episode, Amy Lenius shares how to navigate chronic disappointment, embrace vulnerability, and use small actions to build lasting holistic health.

How do you keep moving forward when your chronic illness recovery journey stalls? In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional and psych...

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Endometriosis recovery requires a shift from passive patient to active advocate, focusing on the interconnectedness of the body and environment. Amy Lenius joins us to share how addressing endocrine disruptors and transforming her identity led to a breakthrough in her chronic illness journey.

Takeaways

  • Fight for when something isn't normal in your body.
  • You know your body best and need to advocate for it.
  • Everything affects...
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Addiction recovery and relationship stability often hinge on navigating the "Passion Paradox" and reclaiming your emotional health. Dr. Bruce Chalmer joins the show to discuss how faith, trauma processing, and somatic awareness can break the cycle of fear and panic.

 Takeaways

  • Recovery involves embracing change and personal growth.
  • The Passion Paradox highlights the conflict between stability and intimacy in relations...
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Addiction recovery and relationship stability often hinge on navigating the "Passion Paradox" and reclaiming your emotional health. Dr. Bruce Chalmer joins the show to discuss how faith, trauma processing, and somatic awareness can break the cycle of fear and panic.

Takeaways

  • The Passion Paradox highlights the conflict between stability and intimacy in relationships.
  • Faith plays a crucial role in recovery, providing hope a...
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Is being sober the same as being recovered? Hilary Momberger-Powers joins the podcast to explain why stopping the substance is only the first step in recovery.

Check out her website for her transformational coaching and more: https://www.hilarymombergerpowers.com/

Takeaways

Recovery is an ongoing process, not a final state.

Personal responsibility is crucial in healing and growth.

Spiritual connection and inner power ar...

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April 29, 2026 1 min

If you're looking for a recovery podcast, you're in the right spot.

Keegan is using his past experience to create a new podcast aimed at those seeking recovery and those that are in early recovery.

Tune into "Guidance in Recovery" for a journey across sobriety, and how we can recover what we thought was once lost.


Episodes start Friday, May 1st 2026.
Upload schedule- Fridays (Interviews)


There wil...

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Is it possible to find "unconditional hope" in a world that feels heavy? SJ shares why "no one has a perfect voice" and why that is exactly where the magick happens.

Check out her magick here: https://sjtucker.com/ & https://sjtucker.bandcamp.com/ 

Key Topics

  • SJ Tucker's musical journey since 2004
  • The role of love, support, and privilege in her success Her approach to social activism through music
  • The importance of flexi...
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What happens when desperation becomes the ultimate catalyst for change? Join Keegan Read and guest Crystal Robinson as they explore how trauma affects our nervous system and why taking "radical responsibility" is the first real step to healing. Whether you are navigating your own recovery journey or looking to build unshakeable self-worth, Crystal shares how writing, storytelling, and holistic wellness can transform your pain into ...

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Is it possible to find beauty in suffering? We’re breaking down the "Grit and Gratitude" framework that fosters true resilience. Whether you are dealing with addiction recovery, trauma, or a major life transition, this conversation provides the tools to acknowledge your pain without letting it own you. Check out Laura's website here: https://www.laurabratton.com/

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The role of gratitude in navigating life's challeng...

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What happens when you stop fighting the universe and start listening? Lillian Savoie joins Retrieving Sanity to share her incredible journey from a high-control upbringing to meeting "Source." We dive into the profound experience of her living funeral, the connection between physical pain and emotional stories, and how to manifest the life you were meant to live.

Find her website here: https://awakenchange.com/ 

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"Nothing grows in a comfort zone." Today, we’re stepping into the shadows with Dr. Chad Scott. We dive deep into why acknowledging our "personal demons" is crucial for therapy and how historical sites of suffering can foster empathy and resilience. If you've ever felt disoriented by your own past, this conversation on Memento Mori and purposeful living is for you. Check out his website here: https://www.drchadscott.com/

Ke...

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