Episode 147
Recovering from Trauma and Addiction with Jesse Harless
How do you overcome addiction and trauma and turn your life into a force for good? That’s the question that Jesse Harless answers in this inspiring episode. Jesse reveals his personal story of how he went from being a troubled child and a hopeless addict to becoming a leader and a healer in the fields of trauma-informed facilitation and addiction recovery. He shares the key moments and the tools that helped him transform his pain into purpose and his struggle into success. This episode is a testament to the human spirit and the power of change, showing that no matter how dark your past is, you can always create a brighter future.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Introduction: Meet Jesse Harless
- 00:02:19 - Childhood: Overcoming Early Challenges
- 00:05:50 - The Road to Recovery: A Personal Journey
- 00:07:47 - Life-Changing Moments with 'The Miracle Morning'
- 00:09:51 - Embracing Entrepreneurship: A New Chapter
- 00:14:53 - Exploring Healing: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
- 00:16:58 - Self-Acceptance and Inner Understanding
- 00:19:44 - Growth Through Relationships
- 00:23:27 - Redefining Addiction: A Journey of Transformation
- 00:29:37 - Seeking Knowledge and Support
- 00:31:00 - Psychological Safety in Communication
- 00:36:54 - Facilitation's Role in Recovery
- 00:42:00 - Commitment to Service and Self-Transformation
- 00:46:08 - Tattoos: Stories of Identity
- 00:47:13 - 'Entrepreneurs in Recovery' Podcast and Continuous Growth
- 00:52:33 - Inspiring Book Recommendations & Musical Influences
- 00:54:17 - Embracing Eternal Optimism
Links And Resources:
- Jesse Harless
- If Not You, Then Who? by Jesse Harless
- Entrepreneurs in Recovery Podcast
- 2024 Certified Facilitator Addiction Awareness Training
- YouTube
Book Recommendations:
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