EPISODE · Apr 12, 2025 · 1H 4M
Soulmates & Suitcases EP 15 The Comeback Code – Brain First Recovery & the Truth About Healing with Dave & Susan Kenney
from Soulmates And Suitcases · host Lisa and Scott Brearley
🎧 Episode 15: 🔥 The Comeback Code – Brain First Recovery & the Truth About Healing with Dave & Susan Kenney💭 What if everything you thought you knew about addiction recovery was incomplete—or even wrong? In this powerful, bonus-packed episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Dave and Susan Kenney, the visionary founders of Emergo Academy, creators of the Actualized Recovery Model, and international best-selling authors. They’re flipping the script on traditional recovery and replacing blame, shame, and powerlessness with science, strength, and story.This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a deep dive into how our brains, beliefs, and language shape our healing.💡 THE TRUTH: You are NOT powerless—and your comeback story starts in your brain.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why addiction is a temporary solution, not a permanent identity✅ The Brain-First Approach that redefines recovery (no 12 steps needed)✅ What the Iceberg Model reveals about the root of addiction✅ Why words like “powerless” can sabotage your healing✅ The ancient power of Eudaimonia (yes, Aristotle had it right!)✅ Why recovery coaches are guides, not rescuers—and how they help rewrite stories✅ The science of neuroplasticity—and how your brain is wired to change✅ What Hebb’s Law has to do with your daily habits and long-term healing✅ How to redefine “Time Out” and step into your Comeback Story✅ The question that changes everything: Are you comfortable with who you are?🌟 Dave Kenney's Mic-Drop Moment: “To give that, you must live that.”🎯 Whether you’re in recovery, coaching others, or simply hungry for transformation, this episode is packed with the insights and tools that will expand your mindset and unlock your next chapter.📖 Endorsed by brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen, their book Actualized Recovery is a game-changer—and this conversation brings it to life.💥 Your story isn’t over. It’s just getting good. Come write your comeback with us.🧠 Connect with Dave & Susan Kenney – Emergo Academy👤 Dave Kenney, MEdCo-founder and Director | Emergo Academy📞 Phone: 587.577.8609📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]🌐 Website: emergoacademy.com📅 Book an Appointment: Emergo Academy - Book Now📘 Actualized Recovery Book: Available on Amazon and endorsed by Dr. Amen📱 Follow on social:Instagram | Facebook: @ActualizedRecovery | @EmergoAcademy🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: Forward Walking Choices📚 Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Dawn Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes! 🎙️📺 YouTube: The Brearleys🎵 Spotify👇 What part of YOUR story are you ready to reclaim? Drop a comment—we want to hear your comeback. 👇📌 Hashtags for Spotify:#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ActualizedRecovery #EmergoAcademy #DaveKenney #SusanKenney #RecoveryCoachWarrior #BrainFirstRecovery #Neuroplasticity #ComebackStory #HealingJourney #ScottBrearley #LisaBrearley #AYearOfLoveBook #MyPerfectStormBook #RewriteYourStory #NotPowerless #RecoveryRedefined #DrAmenEndorsed #brainfirst #newepisode #addictionrecovery #addictionandrecovery #addictionrecoverypath #neuroplasticity #powerofwords #eudomonia #12steps #hebb'slaw #hebbslaw #mindsetshift #mindset
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🎧 Episode 15: 🔥 The Comeback Code – Brain First Recovery & the Truth About Healing with Dave & Susan Kenney💭 What if everything you thought you knew about addiction recovery was incomplete—or even wrong? In this powerful, bonus-packed episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Dave and Susan Kenney, the visionary founders of Emergo Academy, creators of the Actualized Recovery Model, and international best-selling authors. They’re flipping the script on traditional recovery and replacing blame, shame, and powerlessness with science, strength, and story.This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a deep dive into how our brains, beliefs, and language shape our healing.💡 THE TRUTH: You are NOT powerless—and your comeback story starts in your brain.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why addiction is a temporary solution, not a permanent identity✅ The Brain-First Approach that redefines recovery (no 12 steps needed)✅ What the Iceberg Model reveals about the root of addiction✅ Why words like “powerless” can sabotage your healing✅ The ancient power of Eudaimonia (yes, Aristotle had it right!)✅ Why recovery coaches are guides, not rescuers—and how they help rewrite stories✅ The science of neuroplasticity—and how your brain is wired to change✅ What Hebb’s Law has to do with your daily habits and long-term healing✅ How to redefine “Time Out” and step into your Comeback Story✅ The question that changes everything: Are you comfortable with who you are?🌟 Dave Kenney's Mic-Drop Moment: “To give that, you must live that.”🎯 Whether you’re in recovery, coaching others, or simply hungry for transformation, this episode is packed with the insights and tools that will expand your mindset and unlock your next chapter.📖 Endorsed by brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen, their book Actualized Recovery is a game-changer—and this conversation brings it to life.💥 Your story isn’t over. It’s just getting good. Come write your comeback with us.🧠 Connect with Dave & Susan Kenney – Emergo Academy👤 Dave Kenney, MEdCo-founder and Director | Emergo Academy📞 Phone: 587.577.8609📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]🌐 Website: emergoacademy.com📅 Book an Appointment: Emergo Academy - Book Now📘 Actualized Recovery Book: Available on Amazon and endorsed by Dr. Amen📱 Follow on social:Instagram | Facebook: @ActualizedRecovery | @EmergoAcademy🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: Forward Walking Choices📚 Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Dawn Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes! 🎙️📺 YouTube: The Brearleys🎵 Spotify👇 What part of YOUR story are you ready to reclaim? Drop a comment—we want to hear your comeback. 👇📌 Hashtags for Spotify:#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ActualizedRecovery #EmergoAcademy #DaveKenney #SusanKenney #RecoveryCoachWarrior #BrainFirstRecovery #Neuroplasticity #ComebackStory #HealingJourney #ScottBrearley #LisaBrearley #AYearOfLoveBook #MyPerfectStormBook #RewriteYourStory #NotPowerless #RecoveryRedefined #DrAmenEndorsed #brainfirst #newepisode #addictionrecovery #addictionandrecovery #addictionrecoverypath #neuroplasticity #powerofwords #eudomonia #12steps #hebb'slaw #hebbslaw #mindsetshift #mindset
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