Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
318 Todd Crandell on Healing Trauma, Recovery, and 114 Ironman Races
318 Todd Crandell on Healing Trauma, Recovery, and 114 Ironman Races
318 Todd Crandell on Healing Trauma, Recovery, and 114 Ironman Races
Wednesday 1st May 2024
Join Todd Crandell as he shares his journey from addiction to completing 114 Ironman races, offering hope and practical tips for recovery.
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45 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Motivational
Supportive
Honest
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!From Addiction to Ironman: Todd Crandell's Journey of Recovery
Episode Overview
- Overcoming addiction requires addressing underlying traumas.
- Creating a supportive environment is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Practical therapies like CBT and EMDR can aid in recovery.
- High-energy activities like Ironman races can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
- Empathy and understanding are key in supporting those in recovery.
'If you want the reward, do the damn work.'
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around from the depths of addiction to the heights of athletic achievement? In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, Todd Crandell shares his incredible journey from battling addiction to completing 114 Ironman races. Todd, an author, speaker, and recovery advocate, brings a high-energy approach to his story, making it both captivating and inspiring.
He discusses his early struggles with addiction, the pivotal moments that led to his sobriety, and how he now channels his energy into helping others through his organisation, Racing for Recovery. Todd's story isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's also about understanding and healing from trauma. He opens up about the emotional scars that led him to substance abuse and how addressing these issues has been crucial in his recovery journey.
His candid discussion about childhood experiences and the impact of family dynamics offers a relatable perspective for anyone dealing with similar challenges. The episode also delves into practical advice for maintaining sobriety. Todd emphasises the importance of creating a supportive environment and shares his go-to strategies like cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR for dealing with past traumas. His no-nonsense attitude—captured perfectly in his mantra, 'If you want the reward, do the damn work'—is both motivating and empowering.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just interested in stories of resilience and triumph, Todd's journey offers valuable insights and a hefty dose of inspiration. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and how you can too. You'll walk away feeling hopeful and ready to tackle your own challenges, one day at a time. Feeling inspired yet?
Dive into this episode to hear Todd's full story and discover practical tips for your own recovery journey.