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Recovering from Trauma and Addiction with Jesse Harless
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Recovering from Trauma and Addiction with Jesse Harless

The Eternal Optimist

February 2, 202456m 1s

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Show Notes

How do you overcome addiction and trauma and turn your life into a force for good? That’s the question that Jesse Harless answers in this inspiring episode. Jesse reveals his personal story of how he went from being a troubled child and a hopeless addict to becoming a leader and a healer in the fields of trauma-informed facilitation and addiction recovery. He shares the key moments and the tools that helped him transform his pain into purpose and his struggle into success. This episode is a testament to the human spirit and the power of change, showing that no matter how dark your past is, you can always create a brighter future.

Chapters:

  • 00:00:00 - Introduction: Meet Jesse Harless
  • 00:02:19 - Childhood: Overcoming Early Challenges
  • 00:05:50 - The Road to Recovery: A Personal Journey
  • 00:07:47 - Life-Changing Moments with 'The Miracle Morning'
  • 00:09:51 - Embracing Entrepreneurship: A New Chapter
  • 00:14:53 - Exploring Healing: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
  • 00:16:58 - Self-Acceptance and Inner Understanding
  • 00:19:44 - Growth Through Relationships
  • 00:23:27 - Redefining Addiction: A Journey of Transformation
  • 00:29:37 - Seeking Knowledge and Support
  • 00:31:00 - Psychological Safety in Communication
  • 00:36:54 - Facilitation's Role in Recovery
  • 00:42:00 - Commitment to Service and Self-Transformation
  • 00:46:08 - Tattoos: Stories of Identity
  • 00:47:13 - 'Entrepreneurs in Recovery' Podcast and Continuous Growth
  • 00:52:33 - Inspiring Book Recommendations & Musical Influences
  • 00:54:17 - Embracing Eternal Optimism

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