Neil Scott

Recovery Coast to Coast

Neil Scott, Ben Orstad

  • Life Death & Recovery - A Wildlife Journey Through the Wilderness

Life Death & Recovery - A Wildlife Journey Through the Wilderness

Tuesday 30th January 2024

Join Neil Scott as he talks to Brad Orsted about his journey from grief to recovery, finding healing in the American wilderness.
39 minutes
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Empowering

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Recovery Coast to Coast
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Neil Scott
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Nature's Healing Embrace: Brad Orsted's Journey from Grief to Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Brad Orsted's gripping journey of redemption and healing in the American wild following the tragic loss of his daughter and battle with addiction
  • The transformative power of nature in Brad's recovery journey, facing grizzly bears and mountain lions in the wild
  • Brad's memoir, 'Through the Wilderness: My Journey of Redemption and Healing in the American Wild,' capturing his path to recovery and resilience
  • Insights into facing denial and struggle, embracing love and healing, and inspiring others in recovery
  • Challenges and triumphs in everyday life, and the importance of sharing the message of hope and recovery
Recovery is life. It's just, we're here for such a short, beautiful time. I'm excited. I'm curious. I want to be all inspired. That's what recovery is to me. I got my life back.
What if the wilderness could mend a broken heart? In this episode of 'Recovery Coast to Coast', host Neil Scott sits down with Brad Orsted, an award-winning wildlife filmmaker and photographer. Brad's story is one of deep sorrow and remarkable resilience. After the tragic loss of his young daughter, Brad found himself battling addiction. But it was the untamed beauty of the American wild that offered him a path to redemption.
Through his memoir, 'Through the Wilderness: My Journey of Redemption and Healing in the American Wild', Brad shares how encounters with grizzly bears and mountain lions became a crucial part of his four-year recovery journey. He speaks candidly about how nature's raw beauty and unforgiving challenges helped him find peace and healing. This episode isn't just for those grappling with addiction; it's for anyone seeking solace in times of hardship.
Brad's narrative is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the most profound healing comes from the most unexpected places. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the incredible power of nature to heal and transform.