• Alysha Lee: From Being Abducted and Held Captive to Escaping and Thriving
    Jul 22 2025

    In this episode, Alysha Lee shares her harrowing journey of surviving emotional abuse, being abducted help captive by her narcissistic husband and spiritual trauma. From the early signs of manipulation in her marriage to the eventual realization of her need to escape, Alysha recounts her experiences with raw honesty. She discusses the challenges of recognising red flags, the emotional turmoil of leaving an abusive relationship, and the empowering journey of healing and self-discovery that followed. Through therapy, faith, and the support of her family, Alysha rebuilt her life and now advocates for others facing similar struggles, emphasizing the importance of sharing one's story for healing and empowerment.

    www.adversitytostrength.com


    https://www.instagram.com/roses.and.reading/https://www.authoralyshatlee.com/

    https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everything-i-might-have-missed-alysha-tatiana-lee/1146710795?ean=9798330444168https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everything-i-might-have-missed-alysha-tatiana-lee/1146710795?ean=9798330443697

    https://www.amazon.com/Everything-I-Might-Have-Missed/dp/B0DSTD4GWY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=226XWYBJ2E28M&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Kthq36lychpPvqUjXty2Wdcu7hbubjrSJAuufj40Tc4.Q5bh8jWcihlwYK3t-WgwmkWE5c7nP0u0Om36qAVlD-U&dib_tag=se&keywords=everything+i+might+have+missed&qid=1752672903&sprefix=everything+i+might+have+missed%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1


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    42 mins
  • Jon-Paul Brown Pt1: The Rise and Fall and Rebirth of an Elopement Empire
    Jul 17 2025

    In this episode, John Paul Brown shares his incredible journey from a young entrepreneur to a successful business owner, and the challenges he faced along the way, including betrayal and embezzlement by a trusted partner. He discusses his military service, the growth of his elopement business, and the emotional toll of discovering the financial deception. Through therapy and personal growth, John Paul learns to reclaim control of his life and business, emphasizing the importance of resilience and support in overcoming adversity.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    http://www.elope-asheville.comhttp://elopementbiz.com/https://www.npr.org/2020/12/07/943960152/the-marriage-business



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    36 mins
  • Ellen Busch: Breaking Free; A Story of Resilience and Healing
    Jul 14 2025

    Summary

    In this inspiring conversation, Ellen Busch shares her journey from adversity to strength, detailing her struggles with dyslexia, the trauma of an abusive marriage, and her path to healing and empowerment. With the support of her family and various therapeutic practices, Ellen transformed her pain into purpose, ultimately becoming a life coach and author. Her story emphasizes resilience, the importance of self-worth, and the power of community in overcoming life's challenges.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/1JPy5PsJtkhftfdr6saN2i?si=ae5bbdc98e064a69

    https://www.ellenbusch.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/ellenbusch1500/





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    35 mins
  • Rene Recktenwald: Burnout to Breakthrough, The Hidden Cost of Success:
    Jul 10 2025

    In this episode, René Recktenwald shares his journey from a high-achieving sales professional to a certified stress and burnout coach. He discusses the hidden costs of success, the signs of burnout, and the importance of recognizing mental health struggles. René emphasizes the need for self-care, setting boundaries, and managing energy rather than time. He also shares his experiences with therapy and the long road to recovery, ultimately finding purpose in helping others avoid burnout.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/track/0H6rpW1xnJ8qRQwSrIADPE?si=7efc24491f084e2d

    https://www.instagram.com/burnoutcoachrene/

    https://therebuildprotocol.com/



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    41 mins
  • Jess Impiazzi: Navigating Trauma and Mental Health
    Jul 9 2025

    In this powerful conversation, Jess Impiazzi shares her journey from adversity to strength, discussing her experiences with trauma, mental health, and the importance of self-reflection. She emphasizes the significance of accountability and finding purpose beyond fame, offering valuable insights for anyone struggling with life's challenges.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/track/6tNQ70jh4OwmPGpYy6R2o9?si=a4f874b99c8d4fec

    https://www.instagram.com/jess_impiazzi/



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    51 mins
  • Felicity Ashley: Battling Cancer with the Mindset of an Ocean Rower
    Jul 8 2025

    In this inspiring conversation, Felicity shares her extraordinary journey from overcoming physical challenges to battling cancer, emphasizing the power of resilience and mindset. She recounts her experience of rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic, the emotional bonds formed during the journey, and how her diagnosis shifted her perspective on life. Felicity discusses the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, the lessons learned from adversity, and her aspirations for the future, including her new book and upcoming challenges.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/track/37f4ITSlgPX81ad2EvmVQr?si=7eda8bc6f2c44ff4https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068489103

    https://www.felicityashley.com/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicityashley/

    https://www.instagram.com/felicityashleyspeaker/

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    36 mins
  • Heather Gandhi: From Diagnosis to Advocacy, A Bipolar Story
    Jul 3 2025

    In this conversation, Heather Gandhi shares her powerful journey with bipolar disorder, detailing her diagnosis, hospitalization, and the challenges of managing her mental health. She discusses the impact of mania on her life, including experiences with the police and time spent in jail. Heather emphasizes the importance of medication and support in her recovery, as well as her commitment to advocating for mental health awareness. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and the ongoing journey of living with bipolar disorder.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/track/7vggqxNKwd6xdRoYS0pQtM?si=441da07d45394b61

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3Fzlg5r1IjhLk2qRw667od?si=81b0b518dcf34353

    https://bipolarbounceback.com/

    https://a.co/d/3a1T2rO


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    37 mins
  • Mike Smith: From Rock Bottom to Recovery. One Man’s Raw Journey Through Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
    Jul 2 2025

    In this deeply moving episode of Adversity to Strength, our guest shares a harrowing, unfiltered account of his battle with mental illness, addiction, and the long road to recovery.

    After being discharged from the military for drug abuse, he returned home to rejection and isolation. What followed was years of trauma, multiple stays in psychiatric wards, time spent in homeless shelters, and stints in prison after manic episodes left him vulnerable and misunderstood.

    He speaks candidly about padded cells, courtrooms, and the silence of institutions where he witnessed the cries of the forgotten. For decades, he didn’t realize how unwell he was, though everyone around him did.

    Now in recovery, with balanced medication and sobriety from alcohol, he reflects on the miracle of survival and the power of truth. This episode is a raw, honest conversation about mania, addiction, suicide attempts, and the courage it takes to reclaim your life.

    www.adversitytostrength.com

    https://open.spotify.com/track/6FRQGRdhueJGTKiYnirDNy?si=4dd2d9879db346bd

    https://theguttergospel.com/home

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    41 mins