EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 29 MIN
Todd Sylvester: How One Man's Near-Death Experience Sparked 36 Years of Sobriety
from Mental Health Momentum · host Silicon Slopes
What happens when addiction nearly takes everything, and a simple act of kindness changes the course of a life?In this deeply moving episode of Mental Health Momentum, Dr. David Morgan, Director of Mental Health Awareness at Silicon Slopes, sits down with Todd Sylvester, a renowned mental health and addiction recovery coach whose journey from the depths of substance abuse to helping thousands find hope is nothing short of miraculous.In this episode, learn how a near-death experience at the height of addiction became the catalyst for 36 years of sobriety and a life dedicated to helping others. Hear the story of the lemonade stand moment where a profound encounter shifted Todd's entire perspective during his darkest days.Learn why mental health issues and substance abuse are so deeply intertwined and how to address both simultaneously, and hear more about Todd’s revolutionary approach to helping clients remember who they truly are, rather than trying to "fix" themselves. In this episode, gain practical insights from someone who's guided thousands through addiction, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges.
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What happens when addiction nearly takes everything, and a simple act of kindness changes the course of a life?In this deeply moving episode of Mental Health Momentum, Dr. David Morgan, Director of Mental Health Awareness at Silicon Slopes, sits down with Todd Sylvester, a renowned mental health and addiction recovery coach whose journey from the depths of substance abuse to helping thousands find hope is nothing short of miraculous.In this episode, learn how a near-death experience at the height of addiction became the catalyst for 36 years of sobriety and a life dedicated to helping others. Hear the story of the lemonade stand moment where a profound encounter shifted Todd's entire perspective during his darkest days.Learn why mental health issues and substance abuse are so deeply intertwined and how to address both simultaneously, and hear more about Todd’s revolutionary approach to helping clients remember who they truly are, rather than trying to "fix" themselves. In this episode, gain practical insights from someone who's guided thousands through addiction, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges.
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