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Salt to SugarEpisode 23 - Returning to God After Turning Away with Zac RicheyIn this episode I talk to Christian leader, Zac Richey who hosts an amazing Bible study I go to on Friday nights called Friday Night Faith. We discuss the times we have turned away from God, then our return, and how life has changed since. I have found my deepest healing from God, and am so excited to share this part of my journey. Follow Friday Night Faith on instagram @fridaynightfaith_ to get plugged in if you're interested and local to the Phoenix area!2024-09-1045 minSalt to SugarEpisode 22 - Interview with my mom, Cathy PetersonThis episode is for the support systems of those struggling with addiction and mental health. My mom and I get brutally honest in this episode about what it was like raising me, and share great wisdom and hope for loved ones. You don't want to miss this one.2024-06-1647 minSalt to SugarEpisode 21 - Ramsey on Mindfulness, Energy, and Living PresentFollow Ramsey Bergeron to learn more. He is a professional mindset coach to help people live with purpose and take power back over their lives. Connect with Ramsey on Facebook and Instagram @ramseybergeron or visit his website at bergeronwellbeing.com2024-01-201h 05Salt to SugarEpisode 20 - Living Room Episode - I Admit I Need HelpIn this episode I explain where I am at with my eating disorder. Whether it's alcoholism, substance abuse, a major life change, etc. it is so scary to ask for help. I wanted to show this in real time. I finally got to a point where I was ready to ask for help. I'm terrified of what life will feel like without this survival mechanism and way of living, but I am strong and hopeful for more peace, fulfillment and love for myself than I ever knew possible. 2024-01-1020 minSalt to SugarEpisode 19 - Ruben Ochoa on Business, His Story, and Mental HealthRuben Ochoa is a successful business man and veteran local to Phoenix. He shares his incredible story, how he earned his accomplishments, and where he is at in his mental health journey. This is a great conversation you don't want to miss. I hope you enjoy!2024-01-0643 minSalt to SugarEpisode 18 - Helen Marie on Hypnotherapy and Childhood Trauma*Trigger warning* We discuss childhood sexual abuse in this episode. Helen Marie is my friend and hypnotherapist and has helped me a lot in my healing journey. She explains how hypnotherapy works and all the benefits. Find her on instagram @true.life.harmony and Facebook at True Life Harmony.2023-08-2949 minSalt to SugarEpisode 17 - Devon on Podcasting and LifeDevon is a fellow podcaster in Vancouver, Canada. We discuss how we met, our podcasting journeys, and life. This is a fun episode! Devon's podcast is called Floor20, found on all streaming platforms. You can find him on instagram @floor20pod so go give him a follow!
2023-08-2352 minSalt to SugarEpisode 16 - Addiction and PTSD Survivor and Speaker Chris SmithIn this episode of Salt to Sugar, veteran Chris Smith shares how he has overcome his addiction to meth and PTSD through alternative programs to the traditional 12-step. We discuss the methods and resources that help him live in peace and fulfillment. Follow Chris on instagram @a_warriors_journey_home2023-07-1237 min
The Bootleggers Music Group Radio/TVBridging The Gap - With David Coleman - Kelsea PetersonFinding The Shadow In The Darkness With Special Guests Kelsea Lynne Peterson and Paul Jones
ON BRIDGING THE GAP
Hosted by David Coleman
Speaker, author, ARMY Veteran and Life Warrior, Kelsea Lynne Peterson (along with Bootlegger’s Founder, and Speaker, Paul Jones) shares how she overcame the darkest of moments, including thoughts of suicide, through her faith in God and unrelenting mission to find the shadow in the darkness. Kelsea also discusses her remarkable book, Expensive Skin, that chronicles her tattoos and her mission to help those facing their own demons. 2023-06-2956 minSalt to SugarEpisode 15 - Rapper Jon Jeremy's Sobriety JourneyJon Jeremy is a rapper out of New York and has an incredible sobriety journey. He uses his sobriety to inspire his art of rap music and shares with us on the Salt to Sugar Podcast a deeper insight into what that looks like and how it happened. Check out his website at www.jonjeremy.com and follow him on instagram @jonjeremyraps 2023-06-2139 minSalt to SugarEpisode 14 - Chapter 4 of Expensive SkinIn this episode I read and provide further insight into Chapter 4 of Expensive Skin. If you are enjoying this podcast, please subscribe! Go to www.salttosugar.com for a free E-book of Expensive Skin and more information about my coaching program. 2023-06-1419 minSalt to SugarEpisode 13 - My Healing Journey Right NowIn this episode of Salt to Sugar, I discuss Trauma that I experienced when I was 6 years old and have recently relived. I share where I am at in the healing process and share how that looks for me at this time. More to come! I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to share my experiences to hopefully help others feel that they are not alone. Please subscribe if you are enjoying this podcast!2023-06-0835 minSalt to SugarEpisode 12 - The First Salt to Sugar Mental Health and Service PanelThis is a very special episode! I bring a panel of veterans to the table to discuss mental health and service in an effort to destigmatize mental health and inform the community of the solutions that are out there for those struggling. Each panel member shares a unique perspective in the veteran and mental health field. This podcast was a part of a fundraiser for Valors Veterans Community Arizona. If you like the podcast and want to donate to the cause, please visit
VVCAZ – VALORS VETERANS COMMUNITY AZ (vvcazvets.org)
2023-06-0352 minSalt to SugarEpisode 11 - Photographer and my BFF Galya SmithIn this episode of Salt to Sugar I talk to Galya about her passion of photography and how the Salt to Sugar Method has helped her. To book a shoot with my girl G go to @galyasmithphotography on instagram and you can also get inspired by her passion projects at @burymeinblackphotography 2023-04-2239 minSalt to SugarEpisode 10 - Ro Gonzalez Founder of Valor Veterans Community ArizonaIn this episode, Ro and I discuss why he founded the non profit, Valor Veterans Community Arizona, and about mental health and service members. If you like this episode, please subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes!2023-04-1937 minSalt to SugarEpisode 9 - Making Changes with NFL Star David FulcherIn this episode of Salt to Sugar I have a conversation with NFL star David Fulcher who went on from the Super Bowl to helping inmates create change in their life upon getting out of jail. There is so much wisdom from this man about how we create change in our lives! You'll enjoy this podcast, so please subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. 2023-04-1345 minSalt to SugarEpisode 8 - Chapter 3 of Expensive SkinIn this episode, I discuss chapter 3 of my book, Expensive Skin. If you want a free copy of my book, go to www.salttosugar.com.2023-04-1124 minSalt to SugarEpisode 7 - Chapter 2 of Expensive SkinI discuss chapter 2 of my book, Expensive Skin. If you want a free copy of Expensive Skin, go to www.salttosugar.com!2023-04-0821 minSalt to SugarEpisode 6 - Chapter 1 of Expensive SkinIn honor of the promotion going on where I am giving away 100 free copies of my book, Expensive Skin, I am reading through Chapter 1 in this episode and discussing the chapter with additional insights. If you want a free copy of Expensive Skin, go to www.salttosugar.com I really believe in this book and am excited to get it into your hands! 2023-04-0416 minSalt to SugarEpisode 5 - Medication for Mental HealthIn this episode I talk about a very stigmatized topic and that's mental health medication. Medication can help regulate our brain chemistry so that we can boost up from a level 7 to a level 4 depression or manic state which then helps us better implement other coping skills to achieve a content state. Medication is a powerful tool for us if we feel like we are stuck. I talk all about it in this episode and it's worth a listen! Please subscribe if you are enjoying the podcast.2023-03-3023 minSalt to SugarEpisode 4 - Discipline of Physical Health for our Mental HealthThis episode of Salt to Sugar is all about the importance of discipline and physical health for our mental health, particularly in working out. In my opinion, this is a topic that the mental health world doesn't stress enough and it's one of our most powerful tools in the toolbox! If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe! Go to www.salttosugar.com for a free copy of Expensive Skin. 2023-03-2826 minSalt to SugarEpisode 3 - Gift of ResentmentsThis episode of Salt to Sugar Podcast is all about resentments and how they actually are a gift that can tell us where our work lies. This is actually part of my program called the Salt to Sugar Method where I work with people to better their mental health in 1-1 coaching. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe! Go to salttosugar.com to get your FREE copy of Expensive Skin. 2023-03-2314 minSalt to SugarEpisode 2 - RehabIn this episode of Salt to Sugar, I talk about my experience before, during, and after rehab. Treatment is a viable option for people struggling and there are so many fears and negative connotations of it. In reality, it takes a lot of courage to tell the world you need help, that you can't do life as you know it. Treatment provides a safe place to learn a new play book for life. Whether you are struggling or someone you love is struggling with mental health and/or addiction, it is good to understand the resources available to us...2023-03-2149 min
Salt to SugarEpisode 1 - My StoryWelcome to the first episode of Salt to Sugar Podcast! I am the author of Expensive Skin and in this episode I talk about my story. I know that what I went through made me a better person. I know that if I share my experience, strength and hope, others can know they aren't alone and conquer their own challenges. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe. If you would like a FREE copy of my book, you can find it on www.salttosugar.com.2023-03-1733 min