Silverladder Podcast
Silverladder is focused on real-life stories and experiences of individuals who have faced and overcome challenges related to mental health, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, parenting, and much more.
Silverladder is hosted by mental health educator and consultant Shane Watson, whose story of addiction, recovery, and work in the field can be found under "My Story" on the toolbar at Silverladder.com.
Silverladder Podcast
From Crash to Counselor: Josh Anderson's Rise Above Addiction and Paralysis
A near-fatal accident under the influence left Josh Anderson paralyzed from the waist down and changed his life drastically. But it isn't what got him sober. In this episode, he discusses his challenges, his victories, his recovery, and the work he does now as a licensed therapist.
This powerful comeback story is ideal for those facing addiction, struggles with opioids, physical obstacles, and general life challenges.
Josh's work: https://guidingroad.com/
Josh's art: https://untamedsanctuary.com/
Silverladder website: https://silverladder.com/blog/
My story (Shane/host): https://silverladder.com/blog/?page_id=963
Intro voice-over artist: Lisa Long
Resources:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
Crisis Text Line: Text "Home" to 741741
Mental / Behavioral Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.gov/