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Welcome to Resilience Reborn. In today’s episode, host Trey Easley engages with John Strock as he shares his journey through alcoholism and recovery. Raised in a military family with frequent moves, John’s transient lifestyle eventually led to alcohol dependence. He recounts key moments, from his first drink on a golf course to years of isolation and denial during his twenties and thirties. These experiences built up anxieties and deceit, culminating in a breaking point.

John discusses the crucial interventions and family support that guided him toward sobriety. He emphasizes the significance of addressing mental health alongside overcoming addiction and how telling his story helped him shed the shame he carried. The conversation touches on the secrecy and stigma of addiction and the collective experiences that help break the cycle. This episode offers a powerful narrative of resilience and the impact of honesty and support in transforming lives.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:26 - Military Family and Teenage Drinking
09:35 - Admitting a Hidden Drinking Problem
14:20 - Drunken Mishap on Dog Walk
18:33 - "Trust Fellow Recovering Alcoholics"
25:19 - Sober Realization in Flooded Basement
26:23 - Overcoming Addiction with Support
34:39 - ADHD, Anxiety, and Mental Health Journey
37:20 - Drugs: Stopping Cold Turkey Risks
46:39 - Sober Journey and Support Network
52:27 - Open Conversations on Sobriety
57:00 - Embracing Change and Connection
01:01:26 - Anonymous Recovery Support
01:04:22 - Real Estate Support Group Initiative
01:05:49 - Outro

Key Takeaways:
The Power of Recognition
The Role of Support
Facing the Stigma
The Unseen Battle
Building a New Narrative
The Importance of Community

Quotes:
"When challenges arise, resilience emerges. Share your story to inspire others."- John Strock

"Recovery is a shared journey—support each other with strength and understanding."- Trey Easley

Connect with John Strock:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dovetailresidential?igsh=cTVyc20xcm1jNHZz

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Join us for an inspiring episode of Resilience Reborn featuring Brenda Ring Wood, founder of Becoming the Better You. Brenda shares her remarkable journey from leading multi-million dollar companies to serving a four-year prison sentence—a turning point that sparked profound personal and spiritual growth. Hear how she overcame the challenges of imprisonment, rediscovered her faith, and transformed her life to guide others toward self-improvement. Brenda's story is a powerful testament to resilience, redemption, and the pursuit of becoming your best self. Don’t miss this transformative conversation!

Key Takeaways:

• Path to imprisonment: upbringing and decisions
• Insights gained during incarceration
• Effects on family, relationships, and finances
• Transformation through faith and mentoring
• Post-prison challenges and building a movement
• Growth of Becoming the Better You
• Healing and inspiring others
• Reflections on resilience and personal growth

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

02:02 – Reflections on a Military Childhood

04:01 – Losing Myself While Living for Others

08:58 – Rediscovering Faith Through Radio Ministry

12:22 – Facing Fear to Achieve Success

16:06 – Building Visibility on the Path to Growth

16:50 – Pre-COVID Connections and Life Transformations

20:30 – Family Resilience Amid Life’s Challenges

25:54 – Exploring the Loss of Faith

28:49 – A Family Shock: Quick Court Release

30:47 – Miraculous Redemption and Family Reunion

33:54 – Becoming the "Professor of Change"

37:14 – New Knowledge That Changed a Life

40:28 – Embracing the Desire for Change

41:32 - Outro

Quote of the Episode:​​

"Fear and doubt hold us back from the life we’re meant to live and the person we’re meant to become. Break free and own your future." - Brenda Ring Wood

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Join Angie and Trey on this episode of Resilience Reborn as they chat with Paul Doughty, a former IT professional turned inspiring speaker and author. After 30 years in IT, including 16 at Accenture, Paul’s life took a transformative turn following a 30-day treatment program that reshaped his career and outlook. Now, he shares his journey of overcoming a challenging family history, substance abuse, and finding healing through TMS therapy. Paul’s mission is to inspire resilience and self-discovery, especially among teens, through his upcoming book, Resilience, My Ultimate Superpower. Tune in for an empowering conversation about action, self-care, and rising above adversity.

Key Takeaways:

• Treatment and Personal Transformation
• Family Dynamics and Relationships
• Public Speaking and Youth Advocacy
• Tools and Techniques for Recovery
• Personal History and Overcoming Trauma

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

04:03 - Normalizing childhood abuse.

07:21 - Grandmother’s role as a source of stability.

12:59 - Emotional growth stunted by substance use.

15:22 - Unlocking memories through therapy and writing.

18:42 - Sobriety and perspective inspired by Wayne Dyer.

22:34 - Transforming adversity into lessons for youth.

24:59 - 23 years shaped by remarriage and relocation.

29:57 - Finding peace through spirituality and letting go.

30:50 - Explaining family separation and seeking understanding.

36:10 - Discovering purpose through speaking and writing.

38:47 - Turning pain into a meaningful platform.

42:03 - Escaping toxic environments to prioritize growth.

44:30 - Healing through magnetic brain therapy.

49:10 - Mastering reactions by tuning out negativity.

50:23 - Embracing discomfort for personal discovery.

52:45 - Outro

Quote of the Episode:​​

"How to Maintain Inner Peace: "I am responsible for my actions and reactions—nothing else. I refuse to let others’ words or actions disturb my peace." - Paul Doughty