How Sobriety Transformed My Life After Addiction | Therapist Shares Recovery & Trauma Healing Tools

Ryan Soave joins me on Rise Above to share his powerful story of 17 years in sobriety and the lessons he’s learned as a therapist helping others heal from addiction, trauma, and the human condition. We dive into: The fear and courage of sharing your story publicly Why mental health and addiction exist on a spectrum The importance of learning to sit with uncomfortable feelings How childhood experiences shape adult behaviors Strategies to break patterns, slow down, and live with purpose Ryan also opens up about his own journey—how sobriety transformed his life, the challenges he still faces, and the tools he uses daily to grow as a father, husband, and leader. If you or someone you love is struggling, Ryan’s insights will remind you that healing is possible and that every emotion—even pain—can be a gateway to growth. 👉 Subscribe to Rise Above for more stories of resilience and recovery. 👉 Learn more about Ryan and his free course: RyanSoave.com #AddictionRecovery #Sobriety #MentalHealthAwareness #RiseAbovePodcast #TraumaHealing #SoberLife #RecoveryCommunity #TherapyTools #SitWithFeelings #InspirationDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices