Help Me Find Hope
Help Me Find Hope
Podcast Description
Navigating the behavioral health system can be a disheartening and exhausting task. Whether you are searching for help for yourself or a loved one, it is very easy to feel isolated and unheard while on this journey. Help Me Find Hope aims to provide you with a sense of community. Each episode offers real and raw accounts filled with first-hand accounts of trauma experiences and wisdom from special guests or passionate patient advocates. This show will leave you feeling empowered and uplifted as you continue to navigate your own path toward healing.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of trauma, recovery, and community support. Topics include personal recovery journeys, the impact of mental health crises, and the importance of mentorship. Episodes feature compelling narratives, such as the transformative story of Monty Burks and discussions on coping mechanisms following the Antioch High School shooting.
Navigating the behavioral health system can be a disheartening and exhausting task. Whether you are searching for help for yourself or a loved one, it is very easy to feel isolated and unheard while on this journey. Help Me Find Hope aims to provide you with a sense of community. Each episode offers real and raw accounts filled with first-hand accounts of trauma experiences and wisdom from special guests or passionate patient advocates. This show will leave you feeling empowered and uplifted as you continue to navigate your own path toward healing.
In this episode of 'Help Me Find Hope', I sit down with a long-time friend, Monty Burks, to explore his journey of long-term recovery and the transformative power of community, family, and listening. Monty shares his compelling story from a challenging youth and substance misuse to becoming a dedicated advocate within faith communities and government. They discuss the critical role of mentorship, the influence of matriarchs, and the importance of supportive networks in healing and sustained recovery. Join this meaningful conversation to understand how vital community support is in helping individuals rediscover their path and purpose.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts
01:32 Welcome to Help Me Find Hope
02:48 Monty Burks' Early Life and Challenges
05:18 Turning Point and Recovery Journey
09:22 The Power of Listening and Community
13:30 Martial Arts and Personal Growth
16:22 Humility and Emotional Control
19:40 The Power of Grandmothers in Foster Care
21:48 Walking in Freedom: Overcoming Relapse Triggers
23:09 The Role of Community and Mentorship
24:23 Personal Stories of Transformation
29:26 The Importance of Everyday Heroes
31:14 Music as a Tool for Healing and Connection
36:09 Encouragement for Mentorship and Community Involvement
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