Brad Orsted
Brad Orsted
Lean on Me
Lean on Me
Lean on Me
Sunday 14th May 2023
Brad Orsted tracks mountain lions with Casey Anderson, finding healing in nature after profound loss. A tale of resilience and recovery.
15 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Healing
Transformative
About this podcast
Author:
Brad Orsted
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Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Mountain Lions and Healing: Brad Orsted's Wilderness Journey
Episode Overview
- Brad recounts his transformative experience tracking mountain lions with Casey Anderson, illustrating how it aided his journey of healing and recovery.
- The demanding physical exertion and captivating moments in nature played a pivotal role in Brad's path to healing and overcoming addiction and trauma.
- Through his memoir, 'Through the Wilderness,' Brad shares early segments, offering a glimpse into the impactful moments that shaped his recovery.
- Brad encourages individuals struggling with addiction, PTSD, or depression to seek help and find solace in the healing embrace of nature.
- Listeners are urged to pre-order 'Through the Wilderness' to delve deeper into Brad's powerful narrative and gain inspiration for their own journeys.
There is love all around you, but you have to let someone know that you're hurting. When you let someone know, they can help connect you with resources in your area that can get you on your road to recovery.
Imagine tracking a family of mountain lions through the rugged terrain of Yellowstone, your breath visible in the cold air, your heart pounding from both the exertion and the awe of the moment. This is exactly what Brad Orsted shares in this episode of 'Take It Outside'. Alongside his friend Casey Anderson, Brad recounts how these steep climbs and frozen moments became a crucial part of his healing journey.
After the tragic loss of his daughter Marley, Brad found himself in a dark place, struggling with grief and addiction. But it was in the wilderness, amidst the beauty and challenges of nature, that he began to find solace. Through reading excerpts from his memoir, 'Through the Wilderness: My Journey of Redemption and Healing in the American Wild', Brad reflects on how these experiences helped him process his trauma.
The mountain lion kittens he encountered reminded him of Marley, bringing both pain and a strange comfort. This episode isn't just about wildlife; it's about finding hope and recovery in the unlikeliest of places. If you're someone who's dealing with grief or addiction, or if you simply love stories of resilience and nature's healing power, this episode is a must-listen.