The Healing Odyssey; Finding your own way forward

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Podcast by Emma Gardner

The Healing Odyssey; Finding your own way forward

"The Healing Odyssey: Finding Your Own Way Forward" is a transformative podcast hosted by Emma, dedicated to exploring the intricate world of addiction, recovery, and mental health. This engaging series aims to break down stigmas and shed light on crucial issues affecting millions worldwide. Each week, listeners embark on a journey of resilience and hope, guided by Emma and an array of guests including field experts, survivors, and loved ones. The podcast delves into: Complexities of addiction and the recovery process, Mental health challenges and innovative solutions, and Inspiring stories of personal transformation and resilience. Key topics covered include: Resilience building strategies, Applications of positive psychology, Effective healing techniques, Myth-busting in addiction and mental health, and Relatable experiences and personal narratives. "The Healing Odyssey" caters to individuals struggling with addiction, those supporting loved ones through recovery, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of these vital issues. Members gain access to exclusive training sessions and actionable content to support their personal growth journey. Join Emma weekly for insightful discussions, expert advice, and heartfelt stories that illuminate the path to healing and self-discovery.

Latest episodes

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24 June 2026

One Last Hit: Austin Rampt's Journey Through Addiction

In this compelling episode of the Healing Odyssey podcast, Austin shares his gripping journey from addiction to recovery. Beginning with his tumultuous childhood replete with anxiety and early substance use, his story unfolds to reveal a life entangled with drugs, alcohol, and criminal activities. Austin details his time in Mexico living with the cartel, his struggles with addiction, and the fires he both caused and faced in life. Listeners are taken on a raw journey through the pain and chaos he faced, ultimately leading to his participation in a rehab program and dedication to a 12-step recovery process.

Austin Rampt

Austin Rampt is the author of One Last Hit, a raw and unflinching memoir about his decades-long battle with addiction and his remarkable journey back to himself. His story spans gang involvement, relapse after nearly a decade of sobriety, rock bottom moments most people don't survive, and the long road to recovery. Austin's mission is simple: to show others that no matter how far gone they think they are, there is always a way back.

Today Austin is a successful entrepreneur father of 5 and host of the One Last Hit Podcast, where he sits down with guests who have faced their own battles with addiction, trauma, and transformation. The show is built on the belief that vulnerability is strength and that every survivor has a story worth telling. With a rapidly growing audience and a community of listeners who show up to feel less alone, Austin continues to probe in what makes us, as addicts and alcoholics, tick.

Get Austin's book and contact him here:

One Last Hit is available on Amazon and Audible. Austin speaks on addiction recovery, entrepreneurship, resilience, and rebuilding identity after loss.

Learn more and get the book at https://onelasthitbook.com.

Follow Austin on Instagram and Facebook @onelasthitbook

on X/Twitter @austinrampt

on TikTok @onelasthitbook

and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneLastHit

Podcast: https://onelasthitbook.com/podcast

Ebook: https://shop.onelasthitbook.com/product/ebook/

Audiobook: https://shop.onelasthitbook.com/product/audiobook/

Paperback: https://shop.onelasthitbook.com/product/one-last-hit-paperback/

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20 June 2026

Exploring Inner Healing: Bridging Psychology and Spirituality with Vesna Matic

This episode delves into the intricate connection between trauma and spiritual healing. Emma is joined by Vesna, who describes her work as a medicine woman and spiritual healer. Vesna speaks about her techniques, including EMDR, ceremonies, and medicine wheel readings, and how these practices help heal the body, mind, and spirit. With stories of spiritual journeys from the Amazon to Morocco, she portrays a holistic healing path that transcends traditional therapy. Vesna's insights shed light on how embracing a comprehensive healing approach can transform lives, building resilience and empowerment.

Connect with Vesna here:

My information: +1 (928) 224-5998

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifecoachvesnamatic/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vesna.matic.1610/

Website: https://visionsforlife.org/

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17 June 2026

Healing Wizardry: Discover the Power Within with Paul Statton

Join Em and Paul on a captivating journey exploring the transformative power of self-healing in this episode of Healing Odyssey. Paul, known as the healing wizard, shares his extensive experience in helping individuals heal from various ailments without the need for medications. By viewing the body as a dashboard, Paul guides listeners to understand symptoms as signals of deeper issues. He highlights how societal pressures lead to blocks that manifest as health problems, often masked by addictions. Through energy healing, Paul teaches listeners to embrace their true selves and address root causes of discomfort.

Connect with Paul Statton

🌟 Lighthouse for the Soul

Paul's main website, including access to the Academy for Life Mastery and a range of self-healing resources:

https://lighthouseforthesoul.thinkific.com

πŸ“š Courses & Programmes

Listen to Your Body Talk (Self-Healing Course)

https://lighthouseforthesoul.thinkific.com/courses/listen-to-your-body-talk

Overcome Family Trauma Application

https://healerdream.com/awoc-application-link

Healer Masterclass

https://healerdream.com/replay-healers-masterclass

πŸ“– Book

Life Mastery: A Journey to Inner Peace and Personal Freedom

https://healerdream.com/life_mastery_book

πŸ’« Healing Sessions

Book a Healing Session with Paul

https://healerdream.com/book-healing-session

🀝 Community & Support

Self-Healing Playgroup: Be Your Own Healer

https://www.meetup.com/self-healingplaygroup

Facebook Self-Healing Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1051937366089680

πŸ”— LinkedIn

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-statton-17697ba1/

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12 June 2026

Turning Dreams into Achievements: The Quantum Mechanism with Anthony Hamilton

Anthony Hamilton shares his life-changing narrative that begins with a dream at age 10, where he foresaw his future success as a writer and speaker. This intriguing episode explores how personal experiences, coupled with extensive research into physics, religion, and self-help, led to the development of his quantum consciousness theory. Key principles, like mental magic and psycho-cybernetics, fuel Anthony's belief in consciousness as a powerful tool for shaping the future. By learning to utilise inner senses and set tangible goals, he argues, individuals can transcend time's linear constraints, achieving deeper understanding and mastery over their life's direction.

Connect with Anthony Hamilton

🌟 Website

Learn more about Anthony's work as a Life Design Coach, Certified Trainer, and Best-Selling Author:

https://www.anthonyhamilton.org

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Mind, Time and Power

Discover Anthony's insights on personal growth, mindset, and creating a life by design.

Available through Anthony's website:

https://www.anthonyhamilton.org

πŸŽ₯ YouTube Channel

Explore Anthony's videos, teachings, and practical guidance on personal development:

Available via Anthony's website:

https://www.anthonyhamilton.org

πŸ“§ Contact

Email Anthony directly:

ah@anthonyhamilton.org

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10 June 2026

Breaking the Cycle of Exhaustion with Nat Creasy

Nat Creasy joins Emma to discuss the pervasive issue of burnout and the all-consuming pressure to be everything for everyone. Nat candidly shares her experience of extreme fatigue, which left her bedridden for 18 months. Through self-discovery, she learned the importance of pausing, breathing, and recognising the body's signals. She challenges the belief that multitasking is beneficial, emphasizing the significance of focusing on single tasks mindfully. This episode offers listeners a path to reclaiming their energy, overcoming overwhelming thoughts, and initiating real change by harmonising the mind's demands with the body's needs.

Check out Nat's links here:

YouTube:

Social Channels:

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07 February 2026

Inside the Mind: Benton Savage's Memoir of Mental Health

Benton Savage joins the Healing Odyssey podcast to discuss his new memoir, 'Wrong Side Out Madness Misdiagnosed,' which unveils his tumultuous journey through the world of mental health. Benton recounts his years battling bipolar disorder, multiple hospitalisations, and finally receiving the correct diagnosis of schizophrenia with OCD. His candid narrative sheds light on the internal chaos experienced during mental health crises and the vital role medication plays in maintaining stability. This discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding mental health, combating stigma, and the courage it takes to share one’s truth for the benefit of others.

Check out Benton's Links here:

Fortune Cookies: 100 sayings to help you navigate life's challenges - Kindle edition by Savage, Benton . Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Amazon.com: Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed eBook : Savage, Benton: Kindle Store

Free and SATISFIED - Kindle edition by Savage, Benton. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

bentonsavageauthor.com

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