Substance Awareness & Breaking the Stigma

🔍 Episode Overview: In this heart-wrenching and powerful episode, Stephanie Bloom sits down with Dave Maheler, a recovery coach and Wall Street professional whose life has been marked by staggering loss and unwavering resilience. From surviving 9/11 inside the World Trade Center to losing both of his children—one to fentanyl poisoning and one to chronic illness—Dave has experienced devastation most cannot imagine. Yet, through grief and trauma, Dave found purpose. He now dedicates his life to supporting individuals and families navigating addiction, emphasizing the need for whole-family healing, dismantling stigma, and redefining what recovery really means. 🧠 Key Topics Covered: The difference between sobriety and true recovery How family dynamics can either hinder or support healing What it means to serve others as a path to healing Insights from coaching people in addiction recovery The impact of fentanyl and the urgency of awareness Dave's spiritual journey and how faith keeps him grounded Practical tools for relapse prevention and recovery support 💬 Notable Quotes: "Sobriety is stopping. Recovery is changing." "Families need to heal together. One person's recovery isn't enough if the whole house is broken." "Every small victory is a building block. Don't wait for the miracle—acknowledge the progress." ✅ Resources Mentioned: Dave's website: GroundZeroRecoveryCoaching.com Celebrate Recovery program Nar-Anon family support 👣 Connect + Take Action: If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear they're not alone. Healing is possible—even after devastation. 🖥️ For more powerful conversations about healing, resilience, and purpose, visit 👉 www.WalkWithMeConversations.com