Real God Shots 365
Playful and adventurous conversations with people from all walks of life. We celebrate the inspirational nudges that we all receive. Our guests talk about their ups and downs and failures and successes. In the process we have a lot of fun.
Real God Shots 365
It’s OK, To Not Be OK
Episode #60
“It’s OK, To Not Be OK!“
HOST:
Tim Broderick
GUEST:
Ryan Clevenger
TOPICS:
Creating content and creating a podcast.
Growing up in a military family.
The dream of a military career coming to an end due to physical injuries.
A journey through the VA system to establish service connected disability status.
Becoming aware of services available to Veterans.
Living a disciplined and detailed life.
Using drugs and alcohol, as a means of escape.
Dealing with the consequences of addiction.
Moving beyond incarceration and addiction.
Moments of clarity.
Asking for guidance.
Viewing an arrest and incarceration as a rescue and a life-changing experience.
Gaining residency at Oxford House.
Becoming a part of the Oxford House management and business development team.
Getting in touch with being the problem, not everything outside one’s self being the problem.
The autonomy of each Oxford House residences within the organization.
Developing and benefiting from the ability of networking with others.
Experiencing a God Shot in the moment.
Practicing spiritual practices other than religion.
Creating and adhering to a structure.
Returning to University Education after 20 years.
The inspiration for creating a podcast.
Creating a positive impactful message and sharing it with others.
Love is the greatest weapon and the greatest shield.
Witnessing the transformation of others.
Starting where you’re at and moving forward.
The bond of military veterans.
Establishing and working towards goals.
RESOURCES:
TikTok
Pricklypear86
@clevenger86
Community Bridges, Inc.
Supportive Services For Veterans and Families:
https://communitybridgesaz.org/families-patients/veterans/
Oxford House:
https://www.oxfordhouse.org/purpose_and_structure
Alcoholics Anonymous:
JROTC:
Maricopa County, Veterans StandDown:
PRODUCTION MANAGER:
Kerri Lynch