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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11 July 2026

The Long Road Home: Keith Cole's Journey Through Loss, War, Faith and Peace

Keith's journey from a rebellious young man in the wake of his father's death to a Marine Corps machine gunner in Vietnam forms the backdrop of a poignant episode. Initially seeking solace at the bottom of a bottle, Keith recounts how his experiences in combat and the heartbreaking task of notifying families took a toll on him. Through his candid sharing, he reveals how faith became his anchor, guiding him through the shadow of trauma into the light of peace and understanding. This heartwarming narrative showcases the spirit of healing and the power of turning one's life around.

Keith A. Cole

Author, Burnout: God's Recovery Plan

https://www.RecoveryByFaith.com

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

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Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

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Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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08 July 2026

Unlocking Men's Emotional Strength: The Real Men Feel Journey with Andy Grant

In this episode, Andy Grant, an energy worker and men's coach, shares his transformative journey from a survivor of multiple suicide attempts to a beacon of hope for others. He discusses how his experiences shaped his approach to helping men who feel empty despite outward success. Grant emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence around male suicide and believes talking is the best prevention tool. His personal shift into energy healing led him to discover the mystery school lineage, where ancient healing techniques have reignited his life's purpose, encouraging men to seek support before reaching rock bottom.

Check out Andy's podcast and website here:

Andy Grant - https://theandygrant.com/

Real Men Feel Podcast - https://www.realmenfeel.org/

Authentic AF Community - https://www.skool.com/authenticaf/about

Check out the ThermaSummit and apply to present here:

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Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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04 July 2026

Changing the Conversation: Alcohol Use and Modern Recovery with Michèle Perron, PhD

In this insightful episode of 'Healing Odyssey,' host Emma welcomes Dr. Michelle Perron, an expert in promoting moderation for alcohol use as an alternative approach to traditional sobriety. The conversation delves into Michelle's extensive work, developing a program that empowers individuals to manage their drinking habits without abstaining entirely. They explore the societal stigmas, the challenges of reframing the recovery narrative, and the benefits of understanding personal limits. This podcast aims to inspire listeners, whether dealing with addiction themselves or supporting someone else, by offering a fresh perspective grounded in empathy and informed choice.

Connect with Michèle here:

Website: https://www.drmicheleperron.com

Free Resource link: https://gift.drmicheleperron.com/podcast

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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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/

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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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/

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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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

📚 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

📖 Book

Life Mastery: A Journey to Inner Peace and Personal Freedom

https://healerdream.com/life_mastery_book

💫 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

🔗 LinkedIn

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn:

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

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

emma@evolve-recovery.co.uk

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward

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