Episode 158 - Rob Carson - Mind, Body, and Spirit
Episode 158 - Rob Carson - Mind, Body, and Spirit

Recovery Is Possible

Rob Carson shares his extraordinary journey to sobriety, highlighting the importance of nurturing mind, body, and spirit for lasting recovery.

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54:31•22 Jun 2024

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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Mind, Body, and Spirit: Rob Carson's Journey to Sobriety

Episode Overview

Everyone's journey to sobriety is unique.
Nurturing mind, body, and spirit is crucial for lasting recovery.
Overcoming addiction often involves moments of despair and hope.
Societal impact of addiction highlights the need for mental health support.
Practical advice from those who have achieved sobriety can be invaluable.

“I don't believe you're powerless against alcohol”

In this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible', Michael Van Meter sits down with nationally syndicated radio host Rob Carson to discuss his journey to sobriety. Rob's story is nothing short of extraordinary. He describes his battle with alcohol and how he reached a turning point that led him to recovery. Despite the seeming overnight transformation, Rob shares the long and arduous path he walked before reaching this 'miracle' moment.

His candid recounting offers a powerful reminder that everyone's journey to sobriety is unique, but the destination remains the same - a better, healthier life. Rob emphasises the importance of nurturing the mind, body, and spirit to achieve lasting recovery. His heartfelt anecdotes, including moments of despair and hope, provide a raw and honest look at the struggles and triumphs of overcoming addiction.

Michael and Rob also touch on broader themes like the societal impact of addiction and the critical need for mental health support. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on the road to recovery. So, why not give it a listen? You might find a piece of Rob's story that resonates with your own journey.

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