EP 95: Good Wolf, Running Part 2
EP 95: Good Wolf, Running Part 2

Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden shares his marathon journey, intertwining tales of running with his path to recovery.

InspiringRawEmpoweringInformativeHopeful

38:40•19 Jun 2023

RSS Feed

About this podcast

Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden

The podcast to help you battle the everyday struggle with addiction, cravings, dependency and bad habits but also give you some helpful tips and good habits that help me. This podcast will give my struggles and triumphs with addiction some life and hopefully assist you in your own battle regarding addiction. The reason for the name and artwork of this Podcast is based on the Yin Yang sign from Taoism, depicted by two wolves, a good wolf and an evil wolf. A concept of addiction is that these wolves live inside you and you have to choose which one to feed… Addiction effects everyone in a different way, a different reaction to different substances, some people are able to have one drink and never be concerned others have one and there whole life turns upside down. A small note about me, my biggest dependencies were cigarettes and alcohol and I am more that 5 year free of both of them. This podcast will house my point of view on addiction, dependency, cravings, Habits (Good and Bad) and give a platform for people to reach out and let their stories be heard, through me or as a guest on the show. I will discuss things that helped me in the battle and obstacles that hindered me throughout the continuous war with addiction. The Podcast will have a feel good serious vibe where some hard topics will be discussed in relieving way to deal with these hard topics. I want to let you know you are not alone in this struggle and together we can start saying no to things that don’t fulfil us and yes to things that do.

Sobriety ToolkitBody & MindUnderstanding AddictionMindful RecoveryChallenges

Episodes: 126

View Podcast Visit External Site

Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Marathons and Mindfulness: Carel's Journey of Running and Recovery

Episode Overview

Karel shares the challenges and triumphs of his marathon running
Reflects on the mental and physical obstacles faced during training
Discusses the sense of accomplishment and drive to maintain an active lifestyle
Offers relatable experiences and motivations for those battling their inner demons
Inspires self-reflection, perseverance, and the pursuit of personal growth

“Let me know what's your good wolf, what's your epic tale. And yeah, thank you guys. Thank you for listening. Stay safe, stay strong, and most of all, stay unique.”

Imagine running a marathon while battling the inner demons of addiction. In this gripping episode of the Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast, Carel van Heerden continues his story about how running became a cornerstone in his recovery journey. Episode 95, 'Good Wolf, Running Part 2', dives into the physical and mental hurdles Carel faced while training for marathons, and how each step helped him reclaim control over his life.

Carel's storytelling is both raw and relatable, offering a window into the challenges and victories that come with long-distance running and sobriety. From the origins of the marathon to personal anecdotes of triumph, this episode is a blend of history and heartfelt narrative. Whether you're a runner, someone in recovery, or just curious about the intersection of physical endurance and mental resilience, this episode promises to inspire and motivate.

Carel's candid reflections on his journey provide valuable insights for anyone looking to overcome their own battles and foster a healthier lifestyle.

PreviousEP 94: Own Your Mistakes

NextEP 96: Good Habit of Running Part 3