Addiction, PTSD, and Losing Everything: How He Rebuilt His Life From Rock Bottom

Addiction recovery, PTSD, and rock bottom can feel impossible to climb out of when you have lost your family, career, and sense of purpose. Ryan Reichert's story is about rebuilding life after everything falls apart.In this episode, Travis talks with Ryan about military PTSD, prescription drug abuse, sobriety, faith, daily habits, and the hard but hopeful process of turning pain into purpose.What We Discussed Ryan’s early struggles with identity and pressure to succeed  How injury led to prescription drug abuse and addiction  The impact of military service, PTSD, and trauma on mental health  Hitting rock bottom: losing his family, career, and sense of self  The moment he chose sobriety and walked into his first AA meeting  How faith and spirituality helped him rebuild his life  The “three daily wins” system for physical, mental, and spiritual growth  Letting go of control and focusing on what you can change  Overcoming limiting beliefs and redefining success  Why community and meaningful conversations are key to healingConnect with Ryan Reichert: Website: Our Protector Development Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.t.reichert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanreichert78/Ryan is a speaker, coach, and founder of Our Protector Development, a platform focused on helping people turn pain into purpose through faith, reflection, and action.  Get Travis White's coloring book here: https://a.co/d/05Bl6CQRVisit Blog:https://overcomepod.comWorkbook:https://overcome68.gumroad.com/l/you-are-not-broken-workbookShop Merch:https://www.etsy.com/shop/OvercomeMentalHealthFollow Overcome - a Mental Health PodcastInstagram: @overcomepodYoutube:  @overcomepodListen to usSpotifyApple PodcastsWant to have a real conversation about your mental health? Fill out this form!