Why Recovery Starts With Self-Worth | Earl Thiessen on Trauma & Healing

Returning guest Earl Thiessen is back on the Unbreakable Podcast... and this conversation goes even deeper.After resonating with thousands of listeners during his first appearance, Earl returns to talk about addiction recovery, homelessness, trauma, burnout, emotional regulation, Indigenous healing, purpose, and the growing demand for recovery support across Canada.From sleeping under a bridge during active addiction to helping shape recovery housing and support systems nationwide, Earl’s story is living proof that healing and transformation are possible.In this episode, Kait Dinunzio and Earl dive into:The reality of addiction recoveryTrauma and disconnection from selfWhy purpose changes everythingBurnout in leadership and service workIndigenous culture, healing, and reconnectionBoundaries, resilience, and emotional regulationThe growing addiction crisis in CanadaWhy kindness matters now more than everOne of the most powerful moments:“One drink will kill me. One drink will ruin everything that I have worked so hard for.”This episode isn’t just about recovery.It’s about rebuilding identity, reconnecting to self, and proving that your past does not define your future.If Earl’s first episode impacted you, this follow-up conversation brings even more honesty, wisdom, and insight.Watch now and remember:Protect your peace. Chase your dreams. Stay Unbreakable.Follow Unbreakable:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbreakable_legacy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourunbreakablelegacy?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575849122753LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/unbreakable-legacyWebsite: http://www.YourUnbreakableLegacy.comSubscribe to Unbreakable’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@UnbreakablePodcastNetwork#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #Resilience #UnbreakablePodcast #EarlThiessen #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth #RecoveryStory #SelfWorth