Doom to Bloom Podcast

Ginelle is a queer, bipolar, body-positive, and sober author of the upcoming book "Make a Home Out of You: A Memoir." To connect with Ginelle, check out her website: https://www.ginelletesta.com

Matt is more than just an entrepreneur and author—he's a conqueror of challenges and a beacon of personal transformation. With an unwavering belief in the inherent wisdom within each of us, he guides his clients to unearth their inner strength and conquer the barriers blocking their path to success. Matt’s scaled his business to generate an impressive $1M in annual revenue, and he works one-on-one with individuals who grapple with self-doubt, illuminating the truth that there's nothing inherently flawed within them and empowering them to embrace their true selves, enabling them to pursue their passions and aspirations with confidence and purpose. Connect with Matt: Email: matt@mattgerlach.com Website: mattgerlach.com Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/matt-gerlach/ IG: instagram.com/iammattgerlach FB: facebook.com/mattggerlach TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@iammattgerlach

Dale Walsh was diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness in 1975 and was hospitalized out of Dartmouth College for divine delusions. His recovery over the last 49 years has been a constant journey of self- development and patient overcoming. He now is a mentor for the family caregivers of those diagnosed with schizophrenia and a financial professional. Connect with Dale: Website: www.dewlivelove.net IG:@daleewalsh55 FB: Dale Walsh (Dewey DEW) Volumes of Poetry published on Amazon.com which can be found under the name D.E.Walsh.

Helen Sernett found out the hard way how important sleep is to mental health, physical wellness, cognitive function, and relationships. Her story will inspire you to value sleep more and if you are struggling to get sleep she will give you some tips and ideas to try to help you finally get the restorative rest you need. To further connect with Helen, reach out at: https://www.sleeplists.com/

Jason Lange is a men’s embodiment coach, group facilitator, certified No More Mr. Nice Guy coach, and evolutionary guide. He helps men drop in and wake up to deeper clarity in their life’s purpose and relationships. He believes every man should be in a men’s group for the growth and support opportunities they provide. Connect with Jason at: Website: https://evolutionary.men, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolutionarymen/

Darlene Greene wants to help you take charge of your own health, get out of pain, improve your energy, increase the quality of your sleep, reduce systemic inflammation, increase mental clarity, improve your nervous system, lower your anxiety, enhance brain functioning, improve cardiovascular functioning, and elevate your GHK-Cu for a host of additional benefits to include increasing your own stem cells, producing growth factors, protect lungs, reset genes to their younger healthier state, repair damaged DNA, inhibit cancer, increase hair growth, improve skin, increase healing, accelerate wound healing, reduce Fibrinogen (top predictor of cardiovascular disease) and more... Having exhausted IV stem cells, hyperbaric chamber, ozone therapies and more to help her husband with his Early Alzheimer’s, she FINALLY discovered an affordable technology that dramatically improved his symptoms within the first week, without drugs, without a prescription, and without any contra-indications to other treatments or therapeutic modalities. After experiencing the amazing results for herself, and watching family and friends have their own miracles, Darlene is passionate about sharing this technology with the world. A driving force for her remains, “Why didn’t I know about this two years ago… where would my husband be if we had started using this technology two years ago…and who out there needs to know about this right now?” When an anesthesiologist says, “This is the most significant medical breakthrough in my lifetime…” and when over 300 Olympic Athletes use the technology in the 2008 Olympics, aren’t you curious as to what it could do for you in addition to making you look and feel younger? Darlene Greene has over 26 years of experience in executive leadership and senior management positions across diverse industries, including positions such as: Vice President of Strategic Technology Partner at McAfee (Intel), Dean of Culver Girls Academy, Director of Client Services for HyeTech Networks and Security, and Senior Director LifeWave Foundational Cell Activation Technology. During her 20 years of military experience, she earned her MBA and held three Commanding Officer positions, including serving as base commander and overseeing over 1200 personnel in multiple departments. Darlene created the Returning Warrior Weekend Workshop in 2006 to help military members and their spouses reintegrate successfully – a program still supporting military across the country today. Darlene’s passion today is helping people elevate their GHK-CU peptide to activate their stem cells, repair their DNA, reverse age, and get out of pain through the latest photo biomodulation technology. Reach out to her on her website: https://iamreverseaging.com/. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darlene.bennett.greene LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darlenegreene

Ryan Gray attended the University of North Carolina Asheville (UNCA) to study literature and graduated in 2016. He is currently pursuing a career in behavioral health as a peer support specialist. He is self-supporting (financially and otherwise) despite severe schizophrenia, depression, ADHD, and anxiety. He has been unusually close to his family ever since he got clean 16 years ago. He credits his recovery to the encouragement of many people along the way, including nurses, social workers, counselors, and doctors, sponsors, and fellow AA members. Connect further with Ryan: Website: www.twilightinyork.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100056778799688

The journey from people-pleaser to confident & fierce advocate was not linear, nor was it neat & tidy. But it was exciting, challenging and energizing with each new tool she acquired. ​ Kelly left her peacekeeping role behind her at 18 & devoured all of the education she could possibly manage, from post-secondary studies to weekend workshops, online courses & leadership retreats. And as she re-entred the workforce with more personal strength & perspective, Kelly strategically chose companies & positions in which she could implement these emotionally intelligent tools to help hire & build stronger teams. She took on roles that mentored & coached others, empowering them to set goals with more clarity & move with more conviction toward the life they wanted for themselves. Kelly now has her own personal Life Coaching practice offering 1:1 support with clients, working directly with women who are ready to do the necessary work to deeply understand who they are, set life-changing boundaries & start putting themselves first. Connect with Kelly: Website: kellysarlo.com Instagram: @kellysarlocoaching Free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/deepworkwarriors

Rick Koenig's life is a tale of diverse experiences, challenges, and profound personal growth. Beginning his martial arts journey at the age of 4, Rick grew up in the unique setting of his father's pizzerias in New Jersey, actively involved in their operations. Transitioning into security work at nightclubs in Philadelphia and New Jersey, Rick crossed paths with notable figures like Paul Wight II and provided security for legends such as Mike Tyson and Dennis Rodman. However, life took a difficult turn as he became entangled in "mob connections," leading to imprisonment alongside his father in maximum-security prisons. Upon his release, Rick displayed resilience, purchasing and owning MMA facilities while pursuing a career as a professional fighter in the late 1980s. In 2009, he relocated to Branson, Missouri, establishing his own MMA school. Playing a significant role in the martial arts community, Rick trained law enforcement personnel and became a member of the 1% Biker's Club, highlighting his commitment to the craft. Life presented further challenges, including the heart-wrenching disappearance of his oldest son for two years. Although his son was eventually found, his passing under suspicious circumstances fueled doubt and conspiracy theories. Rick also confronted and triumphed over struggles with alcohol addiction. Today, Rick has transitioned into a full-time role at his gym, dedicating his energy to training others. He serves as an inspiration, leader, and mentor, embodying resilience and personal growth. Rick Koenig's journey stands as a testament to overcoming adversity and forging a path towards a brighter future. Connect with Rick: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rick.koenig.7 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strengthsertified1?_t=8hAvs3oyu5e&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rick.koenig/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrengthSertified

When Ann Hince was 19, she woke one morning to find her mother dead in her bathroom. Twenty years later the tears from that trauma were still just under the surface. Ann found a simple technique that helped her release these emotions - but she went further and can now put her awareness inside her body - and has changed the bone structure of her skull and grown ¾ of an inch at age 56. Ann has found that seeking out our truth, what we truly feel, and accepting those feelings, is the key to inner peace. Connect with Ann: Website: https://annhince.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnHinceWisdom Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@annhince Book: A Pathway to Insight https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08N9P9LP6/ Book: A Pathway to Insight Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6W5LZKX/

Erik DaRosa, known by friends as “Yoda,” is the Founder and CEO of From Survivor to Thriver, a mental health advocate, speaker, author and Co-host of the popular From Survivor to Thriver podcast. Through his work and his own lived experience, Erik is upending the front-end of the mental health space and building a bridge between those who seek resources and those who provide both help and hope. Each week on his podcast, he tackles different mental health topics through honest and relatable "kitchen table" conversations with real people who are helping to shatter mental health stigmas and find their voices. He aims to normalize discussions around mental health topics and remind his audience they are not alone, there is strength in community and "it's perfectly ok to not always be ok." In 2011, Erik traded in a successful career as a NYC finance executive when he moved to Colorado with his wife and two cats. Erik spent twelve winters as a ski instructor for the Aspen Skiing Company before retiring in the Spring of 2023. Born and raised in New England, Erik earned his MBA from the NYU Stern School of Business and his BA in Economics from Brandeis University. He lives in Colorado with his wife Amy and two cats, Lincoln and Taylor. Connect with Erik: https://fromsurvivortothriver.com

Becca Williams is a seasoned emotions therapist and plant medicine facilitator, with expertise in emotional and trauma recovery. Her focus extends to psychedelic integration, psilocybin microdosing, and providing cannabis-assisted support to break negative emotional cycles. Through her Emotional Liberation workshops, immersive retreats, and masterclass courses, Becca seamlessly blends ancient healing modalities with Western neuroscience, promoting a holistic integration of inner and outer life experiences. As a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and a certified Emotions Facilitator, Becca brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. With a passion for plant medicine advocacy and activism, she has served as a group facilitator, speaker, and mentor, contributing to personal and collective transformation for over two decades. Connect with Becca: Website: https://beccawilliams.org Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-williams-b827ab7/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.more.difficult.emotions/ ; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becca.williams.9655

Jenna Allen, is a certified life coach, who has overcome many obstacles in her life including (but not limited to): drinking, partying and people pleasing. Connect with Jenna: Instagram: coach_with_jenna_ Tik tok @coachwithjenna

Colin Kingsmill believes that we have lost touch with our shared humanity and have become distracted by division, identity politics, negative news cycles, corporate and special interest greed and other forces that crush our souls and keep us from being healthy and thriving. He is on a mission to help people: - Rediscover their Humanity - Live in Integrity - Be Fearless - Become Free (from suffering that is holding them down) This way, they remember who they are and who they will be and change the world. Connect with Colin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinkingsmill/ Website: https://colinkingsmill.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colin_kingsmill/

It is life changing when you can talk with someone who has already navigated what you are experiencing or working through. Education is great and necessary, but working with someone who has the life experience and empathy will take you further. "Linn is a graduate of the renowned, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Her journey with holistic medicine and spiritual counseling however, started way before this time. Linn’s educational background includes; Holistic/Functional Medicine, Spiritual Counseling, Licensed Eastern/Western M.T, Neurolinguistics Programming, Yoga Therapy, Life Coaching, Death Doula, Hypnosis, Human Design Analysis, and she is also a Film Director, Producer, and Writer. It was her own journey that led her to all of these practices. She is able to connect with people authentically because she herself had to overcome so much trauma and health issues and understands what it is like to be on a healing journey that can often times feel defeating. Linn is able to connect with people on a wide range of traumatic events that she herself has overcome, such as: death of all loved ones, abandonment, neglect, sexuality, growing up with an alcoholic, relationship trauma, career challenges, lack of direction, feelings of hopelessness, gender identity, anger and fear, addiction, illness, homelessness and near death experiences. Rather these events took place as a child or later in life, Linn has the tools to assist you in moving forward to live the life you absolutely deserve and the life you know you should be living. Connect with Linn: https://www.linnrivers.com/

Stacey Elza is the author of "Falling Lessons," a young adult novel about a girl who lives, learns, and falls in love in 2050 Florida. Stacey also writes about ADHD, practice hapkido, play video games, and read murder mysteries (and, because of the ADHD, she can even re-read the murder mysteries, having forgotten how they end). Stacey lives in Morgantown, WV, with my husband, two daughters, and two cats. Connect with Stacey: TikTok: @sherantprincessofsour website: https://www.staceyelza.com/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Falling-Lessons-Stacey-Elza/dp/195848184X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Jennifer Drake Simmons is the author of “A Mom’s Will, a story of hope and determination in overcoming her son’s rate diagnosis. She is a devoted mom to sons Will and Blake and wife to her high school sweetheart, Brian. She graduated with honors from Virginia Tech where she received a B.S. in Nutrition and Exercise Science. Jennifer pursued a career in event planning and fundraising with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Washington D.C. before she moved home to Pittsburgh, PA. She stays busy making jewelry and volunteering on multiple boards and booster clubs. Jennifer offers support, encouragement and resources to families living with epilepsy. Connect with Jennifer: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMomsWill?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Do you love your body? As the creator of Love Your Body, Love Yourself, Marla Mervis-Hartmann helps women access their yes! to that question. After experiencing years of dysfunction in relation to food, exercise, and body confidence, Marla transformed her life through the radical act of self-compassion and friending herself. She has since used her experiences to help empower women as they choose appreciation for their bodies, honor themselves through nourishing lifestyle choices, and cultivate confidence along the way. Marla works at Ai Pono a Eating Disorder Recovery Center sharing Body-Love Reiki Circles and was known as the leading body image expert and Reiki Master at Journey Malibu–a Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation center. Most recently, she has been featured at TEDx Salinas. Her dedication to women’s studies has had several focuses including women’s sexual wellness, postpartum care, pelvic floor support, tantra and yoga instruction, massage therapy, and lifestyle coaching through Love Your Body, Love Yourself. Marla’s mission is to inspire women to feel good about themselves as they pursue the lives they desire. Currently, Marla lives in Maui with her husband, Olaf, and son, Aspen–where she works full-time as a professional coach, speaker, facilitator, and Living Light Reiki Master and Instructor. Marla will see her first book, Be-Friend Yourself on bookshelves beginning of 2024. Connect with Marla: Instagram: @loveyourbodyloveyourselfalways Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/marlamervis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loveyourbodyloveyourself/ Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/nEVjlT9B6dU?si=Y2VtAwhRWwDtEiwK

Tina Davidson, a highly regarded American composer, creates music that stands out for its emotional depth and lyrical dignity. Lauded for her authentic voice, The New York Times has praised her “vivid ear for harmony and colors.”  Her memoir, Let Your Heart Be Broken, Life and Music from a Classical Composer, is available from Boyle & Dalton. Her memoir traces her extraordinary life in equally lyrical language, juxtaposing memories, journal entries, notes on compositions in progress, and insights into the life of an artist – and a mother – at work. Connect with Tina: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinadavidsoncomposerauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinadavidson.music/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrDxwJr9x_EvCiCT8LHt2wQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-davidson-6040971b/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2481563/

Ending 2020 and at 36 years old, Sean found himself at a loss. He felt like he had tried everything and that the person he had become and all the negativity he felt was someone else's fault. Depressing thoughts and negativity seemed to be getting worse and worse and the scale kept climbing. At 320lbs, Sean had enough. Starting 2021, Sean decided to try some things he had never done before in an effort to start feeling better, to start being more positive, and to start living a better life. Where did he even get started? Sean decided he didn't like the relationship he had with alcohol and made an effort to take a break. This was the beginning of change and the start of positive progress. Sean has now passed his 3rd year sober, has lost 100lbs, has become more positive and has a completely new mindset. This all started with allowing himself to do something he had never done before to challenge who he thought he was. Connect with Sean: https://seanrobinson.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086376760527 https://www.instagram.com/going.dry/ https://www.youtube.com/@goingdry https://www.tiktok.com/@goingdry https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-robinson-161723a9/ https://a.co/d/4d8hOVa