Patrick Custer
Patrick Custer
From Chaos To The Canvas (ft. Ryan Rado) | Rooted Recovery Stories 206
From Chaos To The Canvas (ft. Ryan Rado) | Rooted Recovery Stories 206
From Chaos To The Canvas (ft. Ryan Rado) | Rooted Recovery Stories 206
Tuesday 5th August 2025
Join Patrick Custer and artist Ryan Rado as they explore trauma recovery, Tourette's syndrome, and the healing power of art in Rooted Recovery Stories.
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Author:
Patrick Custer
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Ryan Rado discusses his turbulent childhood and its impact.
- Art becomes a therapeutic outlet for emotional expression.
- Tourette's syndrome opens conversations, easing social tensions.
- The challenge of body dysmorphia and redefining self-worth.
- Cultivating self-love and healing through creative processes.
"I didn’t know how to express the pain. So I turned it into art."
In this enlightening episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, host Patrick Custer engages in a profound conversation with artist Ryan Rado, who shares his journey of transforming trauma into art. Ryan opens up about his challenging childhood, marked by emotional abuse and violence, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of love and self-worth. He speaks candidly about living with Tourette's syndrome, revealing how it has become a unique way to connect with others and shift the focus from their anxieties.
Ryan's art serves as a powerful therapeutic outlet, allowing him to express emotions that were once silenced. Through painting, he channels his rage and anger into creative works that resonate with audiences, transforming his personal scars into beacons of hope and understanding. This creative revolution is set against the backdrop of a chaotic home life, where Ryan navigated the complexities of family dynamics and bullying. Body dysmorphia presents another layer of challenge in Ryan's journey.
He discusses the struggle of reconciling his self-image with societal perceptions and the realization that this issue transcends gender stereotypes. With vulnerability and honesty, Ryan shares his path to self-acceptance and the ongoing battle to redefine his worth beyond physical appearance. Throughout the episode, the theme of emotional healing through creativity is woven intricately, illustrating the profound impact art can have on personal recovery.
Patrick Custer's insightful questions and empathetic hosting guide listeners through Ryan's narrative, offering hope and inspiration to those facing similar struggles. Ryan's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of art. As listeners tune in, they're encouraged to reflect on their own experiences and consider how creative expression might illuminate their paths to healing.
The episode concludes with a call to action for self-love and the reminder that change is only one decision away.