EP29: Recovery A La Carte | Trauma, Joy, and the Art of Radical Honesty — with Michael Harrell

You are an expert in your own experience. In this raw, soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with Michael Harrell to pull back the curtain on the non-linear path of healing. From our first "deep dive" meeting on a couch to Michael’s current journey through post-traumatic growth, we explore the radical idea that recovery—and life—isn't one-size-fits-all. In this episode, we dive deep into: The "A La Carte" Model:  Why there isn't just one 'right' way to heal. We discuss "taking the sausage from here and the cheesecake from there" to build a healing practice that actually sticks.  From Shields to Tapestries:  Moving past using trauma as a crutch or a shield and learning to weave those threads into the blanket of who you are today—acknowledging the broken parts without letting them define the whole. The God Problem & The Lamp:  A hilarious and heartfelt look at spiritual evolution—from praying to a cabin lamp in rehab to finding a lush, authentic connection with the universe and divinity.  You are allowed to grow, change, and learn new tricks. Whether you’re recovering from substance use or simply the "daily trauma" of being human, give yourself permission to take what resonates and leave the rest behind.Full episode + show notes: netanyaallyson.com/episodes/29