Recorded in 2021. Darryl wrote the story of losing his son, Chase, in the first Scars to Stars™ book that was released on February 22, 2022.
In this episode we talk about him telling the story through his own book and speaking to others including police officers.
We also discuss writing your story and how vulnerability and authenticity help you connect more with readers. Stories of overcoming adversity are touching and relatable.
Mentioned Resources:
Darryl’s Website: https://www.thefamilyrecoverycoach.com/gzwoxcac
About the Guest:
Darryl Rodgers is a family recovery coach, speaker, and author, living in Cary, North Carolina. As a family recovery coach, Darryl coaches parents who have a son or daughter battling drug addiction. At the age of 19, Darryl began a career as a corporate pilot. He served as a medic in the Army National Guard and became a copilot on the AH-64 Apache helicopter. Darryl and his wife, Kim have been married for thirty-three years. They are the proud parents of two boys, Justin, and Chase.
About Deana:
Deana Brown Mitchell is a driven, optimistic, and compassionate leader in all areas of her life.
As a bestselling author, speaker and award-winning entrepreneur, Deana vulnerably shares her experiences for the benefit of others. As a consultant/coach, she has a unique perspective on customizing a path forward for any situation.
Currently President of Genius & Sanity, and known as “The Shower Genius”, she teaches her proprietary framework created from her own experiences of burnout and always putting herself last... for entrepreneurs and leaders who want to continue or expand their business while taking better care of themselves and achieving the life of their dreams.
In 2022 Deana released the book, The Shower Genius, How Self-Care, Creativity & Sanity will Change Your Life Personally & Professionally.
Also, Deana is the Founder & Executive Director of The Realize Foundation. She is a suicide survivor herself, and vulnerably uses her own mental health journey to let others know there is hope. The Realize Foundation produces events and publishes books that let people know there are not alone.
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds” Jeremiah 30:17
https://www.realizefoundation.org/
https://www.facebook.com/RealizeFoundation
https://www.instagram.com/realizefoundation/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-realize-foundation/
https://www.youtube.com/@realizefoundation5598
https://twitter.com/ScarstoStarsTM
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