Episode 83 - Life Balance: Interview with Heidi Ramsey
Episode 83 - Life Balance: Interview with Heidi Ramsey

Recovery Is Possible

In this episode we discuss life balance, pushing yourself to the point of injury, process addictions, and more. Heidi previously appeared in Episode 20 of this podcast, and she wanted to let us know what has happened since then. Heidi has married and...

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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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Finding Balance: Heidi Ramsey’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

“And if you think for one minute that things can't get better, or they're not going to get better or they won't get better, just wait another five minutes and it probably will.”

Heidi Ramsey returns to 'Recovery Is Possible' for a heart-to-heart with Michael Van Meter about the highs and lows of her journey towards life balance and recovery. Having previously shared her story in Episode 20, Heidi now brings fresh insights gained from her recent marriage and a renewed outlook on life. This episode dives deep into the struggles of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, especially for those in demanding professions like law enforcement.

Heidi opens up about pushing herself to the brink of injury and the dangers of process addictions—those compulsive behaviors that can be just as damaging as substance abuse. She candidly discusses the importance of focusing on oneself and the value of doing things purely for enjoyment, rather than obligation. Throughout the conversation, Heidi's resilience shines through, offering a beacon of hope to anyone grappling with addiction.

Her message is clear: with time, effort, and support, achieving balance and recovery is possible. Whether you’re in the throes of addiction or supporting someone who is, Heidi’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to seek help and make positive changes.

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