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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversations, Between the Lines Blog Club Series! This is episode #92, where our CEO and podcast host Ange will read another blog written by Shayne entitled “Split” – A Response.
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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversations! My name is Joshua Young, and this is episode #91, entitled “Let’s All Breathe: Mindful Breathing Exercises for Your Path Towards Recovery.” Today, we have a truly special episode in store for you. Here at the Recovery Advocate Network, we recognize the importance of taking a moment to breathe, to pause, and to rejuvenate our spirits.

In this episode, we are honored to turn things over to a very special guest who will guide us through a transformative breathing exercise. Joining us is one of our favorite guest readers, the incredibly talented Patricia Rae. Patricia is a well-known actor, producer, humanitarian, painter, co-host of the podcast believe this and she is a healer, and today she will share with us the profound art of breathing.

Breathing might seem like a simple, everyday act, but it holds immense power in the context of recovery. Whether you are overcoming substance abuse, healing from trauma, coping with grief, or dealing with any other life challenges, mindful breathing can be a cornerstone of your healing journey.

Today, Patricia will lead us through a guided breathing exercise that encompasses these benefits and more. As an actor and healer, Patricia brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience to this practice. Her dedication to humanitarian work and her creative pursuits have given her a profound understanding of the human experience and the importance of healing.

Guest Links:

Believe This Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KhG19X8h4P8XF5G0OsPVf

Instagram: @thepatriciarae @thehealingrae

Twitter/X: @thePatriciaRae

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Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation’s "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. My name is Joshua Young, and this is episode #90, where I will read my blog post entitled “Remembering Daisy: Coping with the Loss of a Pet.”
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Joshua Young is a dedicated writer and public speaker in the recovery and mental health space. Joshua is a sexual abuse survivor, alcoholic in recovery , and advocate. He passionately serves as a board member for Recovery Advocate Network, a non-profit addressing the disparity in mental health resources and focuses on aiding those with mental health disorders, processing disorders, substance abuse, trauma healing, and sexual identity challenges. Discover more about his impactful journey at joshuamyoung.com.

Welcome back to coffee and conversation. Episode 089
About the Guest: Today’s guest is Steve Wolfson, a writer, filmmaker, health consultant, and dentist. In Part 1 of the Wolfson Series episode 083 we discussed The Art of Life Lessons Through Stories & Impactful Documentaries. In this episode, we dig deeper into one of those documentaries, the story of the Mental Hospital in Weyburn. We also discuss pain management through mindfulness and hypnosis, healing attributes of music, and the topic of ice baths – which we both forgo. Steve shares his ideas on how he believes empowering communities to care for each other is a path toward healing.
Guest Links:

Instagram: @wolfsonsworldkids
https://youtu.be/YpI9uXt5lqs?si=Bms1LVXiTM6oFqiI
https://www.nfb.ca/film/mozambique_building_a_future/ National Centre for Truth & Reconciliation 
https://nctr.ca/education/teaching-resources/residential-school-history/
https://boardingschoolhealing.org/education/us-indian-boarding-school-history/
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About the Host:

Angela Gill Nelms is a co-founder and CEO of Recovery Advocate Network, a non-profit that focuses on mental wellness. Her primary objectives include educating individuals on what wellness truly means, eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health, and helping those who require treatment to find the financial resources to live their best lives. She is also CEO of BeBraveBeBadass and specializes in leadership, team building, mental well-being, and living life to the fullest. She is an expert in building strong company culture with vast experience as a COO at Florence Healthcare, RenovoRx, and currently at Aetos Imaging.

#BeBraveBeBadass #HumansAsHumans. www.AngelaGillNelms.com
Keywords: 
filmmaking, dentistry, storytelling, children's books, grief, healing, cross-cultural experiences, children's books, emotions, grief, distilling, storytelling, mental health, art, mental institutions

Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation’s "Between the Lines" Blog Club Series. My name is Joshua Young, and this is episode #88, where the incredibly talented Elijah Alexander will read my blog post entitled “Confronting Teen Suicide: A Father's Perspective.” Elijah, a graduate of The Yale School of Drama and recipient of the Fox Fellowship, has built a notable career spanning 17 years across stage, screen, and voice acting. He is currently filming season 5 of The Chosen and continues to tour with his work The Mitzvah Project, a social-justice themed educational program and one-man performance piece. Elijah has appeared in numerous TV and Film projects such as Mr. & Mrs. Smith, JAG, and Touch to name a few. He has also narrated over 27 audiobooks, including James Jones' award-winning novel From Here to Eternity. You can currently see Elijah in the play “The Lifespan of a Fact” at the Aurora Theatre Company in Berkley, CA which is running through the end of July. On a side note, he is also competing in a triathlon on August 11 to raise money for families dealing with pediatric cancer. Additionally, Elijah supports the Maslow Project, which is an amazing organization in Medford Oregon that helps unhoused & orphaned teens struggling with mental health challenges, getting their basic needs met while providing them with resources to mental health care counseling, education and work placement. Please visit Elijah’s website at ElijahAlexander.net for a more detailed bio, news and his current and upcoming projects. We want to thank Elijah for volunteering to read for us here at RAN and you can find out more about him and the links to his current play, website, charities, and so on in the guest links below:
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http://elijahalexander.net/
https://auroratheatre.org/fact
https://pages.donately.com/sophiasbuddies/fundraiser/sohpia-s-buddies
https://www.maslowproject.com/
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Joshua Young is a dedicated writer and public speaker in the recovery and mental health space. Joshua is a sexual abuse survivor, alcoholic in recovery , and advocate. He passionately serves as a board member for Recovery Advocate Network, a non-profit addressing the disparity in mental health resources and focuses on aiding those with mental health disorders, processing disorders, substance abuse, trauma healing, and sexual identity challenges. Discover more about his impactful journey at joshuamyoung.com.

Welcome back to Coffee and Conversation Episode 087.  
About the Episode: 
Our conversation explores the importance of vulnerability and intrinsic values in building strong relationships and creating fulfilling lives. Patrick Touhey, author of Create Forever Teammates, emphasizes the need to shift focus from extrinsic outcomes to meaningful connections. He shares personal stories and experiences to highlight the power of vulnerability and its impact on individuals and teams. We also touch on the role of trust, authenticity, and empathy in fostering intrinsic values and creating a culture of love and support.  We explore the importance of self-love, authenticity, and building strong relationships. We emphasize the need to embrace vulnerability and connect with others on a deeper level. The key themes include love, appreciation, and inclusion. The conversation also highlights the power of self-compassion and the freedom that comes from accepting and loving oneself. The main takeaway is that true success and fulfillment come from cultivating self-love and nurturing meaningful relationships.                                                                                                                   
About the Guest:
Today's guest is Patrick Touhey, an entrepreneurial executive with extensive experience in the corporate and sports world. Patrick's devotion is to empower people from business executives to those involved in amateur and professional sports, athletes, and coaches. He also helps everyday people realize their potential to live successfully, meaningfully, and purposefully. As president of Elite Performance Too-E, LLC, a premier provider of performance enhancement tools and services for athletes, Patrick speaks publicly at seminars to diverse audiences about the importance of intrinsic motivation, encouraging people to challenge themselves and strive for excellence in all aspects of their lives. Patrick has also authored and published an award-winning book, "Create Forever Teammates: How Connections and Relationships are Winning Steps in Life and Sports." Not only does Patrick make a difference with those in the sports world, but he also impacts the business world. Being very successful in the business world, Patrick fosters his member's total development and motivation for optimal performance and nurtures client relationships to foster long-term loyalty and satisfaction. By instilling his values, such as integrity, perseverance, and teamwork, he believes we can shape the next generation of leaders who will positively impact the world.  
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Buy the book: https://a.co/d/4wHcfuQ Instagram: @elitetooe LinkedIn: Patrick Touhey Facebook: Elite Performance Too-E Website: http://www.eliteperformancetoo-e.com/ Donate Today:
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Angela Gill Nelms is the co-founder and CEO of Recovery Advocate Network, a non-profit focusing on mental wellness. Her primary objectives include educating individuals on what wellness truly means, eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health, and helping those who require treatment to find the financial resources to live their best lives.
#BeBraveBeBadass. www.AngelaGillNelms.com
Keywords: 
vulnerability, intrinsic values,