Randy Mortensen

God Took Me to Las Vegas

Randy Mortensen

  • Episode 242 - From Rock Bottom to Empowerment: Dr. Mary Burmeister’s Sobriety Journey and Mission to Inspire

Episode 242 - From Rock Bottom to Empowerment: Dr. Mary Burmeister’s Sobriety Journey and Mission to Inspire

Wednesday 8th January 2025

Dr. Mary Burmeister shares her inspiring sobriety journey and mission to help others in this heartfelt episode.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
Hopeful

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God Took Me to Las Vegas
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From Rock Bottom to Resilience: Dr. Mary Burmeister’s Sobriety Journey

Episode Overview

  • Trust your gut and intuition.
  • Seek help even when it's scary.
  • Societal pressures can be challenging but sobriety brings true joy.
  • Support systems are crucial for recovery.
  • Building sustainable fitness routines can aid in overall well-being.
The amount of fun that I have had the last three years of being sober is unexplainable
In this episode of 'God Took Me to Las Vegas', host Randy Mortensen sits down with Dr. Mary Burmeister, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness coach, and former collegiate athlete who has recently celebrated three years of sobriety. Dr. Mary’s journey from the depths of alcohol dependency to becoming an inspiration for many is nothing short of remarkable. She shares candidly about her struggles with alcohol, which began at the tender age of 17 in a small town in Iowa.
Her story is filled with resilience, transformation, and a mission to help others find their path to sobriety. You'll hear about her darkest moments, including a near-fatal attempt to take her own life during college, and how she turned her life around despite these challenges. Dr. Mary offers valuable insights into the importance of seeking help, even when it's scary, and the power of trusting your gut and intuition.
She also discusses the societal pressures that come with sobriety, like being told she was more fun when she drank, and how she has found true joy in her sober life. Her current mission involves helping women over 30, especially former athletes, build sustainable fitness and wellness routines. This episode is packed with heartfelt advice and practical tips for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Tune in to hear Dr.
Mary’s inspiring story and learn how she’s making a difference one step at a time.