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Resilience in the Face of Overdose: Rachel's Journey

Rachel St. Jean shares her journey of loss, grief, and resilience after her husband's overdose, hoping her story helps others heal.

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From Darkness to Life contains the real stories of courageous individuals who have found their way out of the darkness caused by mental health challenges and substance abuse. If these episodes resonate with you and you yourself or someone you love needs help, please reach out.

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April 17, 2025

Resilience in the Face of Overdose: Rachel's Journey

Rachel St. Jean shares her journey of loss, grief, and resilience after her husband's overdose, hoping her story helps others heal.
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Season 5
Episode
7
April 3, 2025

Transcending Trauma: Sanar Alixandyr's Path to Healing

Ryan talks with Sanar Alixandyr, who shares her journey of overcoming PTSD, depression, and eating disorders, offering insights into personal transformation and healing.
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Welcome Back to OCJ - part 2

Amber and Derrick join Our Collective Journey and discuss how hearing others' experiences of resiliency, inspired them to take action and use their stories to help those who may be struggling.
November 4, 2021
Season 2
Episode
2

Welcome Back to OCJ - part 1

Rick, Ryan and Damyan are back for season two of the OCJ podcast series From Darkness to Life. The Team discuss the first year of existence and the direction that OCJ is going in year two.
November 4, 2021
Season 2
Episode
1

A Look Back and a Look Ahead - Season 1 Closer

Highlights, lessons learned, what's been done, and what's next are all touched on. It's evident that gratitude, humility, and their passion for helping others are the fuel that power the OCJ train.
July 15, 2021
Season 1
Episode
27

Leave a Light On

This episode is a beauty! Lethbridge resident, Shehton Gallamore, drops in to share about his life in addiction and recovery. Sheh also discusses his �Leave a Light On Project�.
July 8, 2021
Season 1
Episode
26

Behind the Curtain of a Paramedic

Stephen puts on the headset this week to share a glimpse into the life of being a paramedic.
July 1, 2021
Season 1
Episode
25

Vulnerability. Dads. Forgiveness.

This week Ryan and Damyan talk with Mark Davidson, superintendent of MHPSD 76. Mark gets vulnerable as he takes us through growing up in his shoes.
June 24, 2021
Season 1
Episode
24

Recover Out Loud

This week our guest Troy Colmer shares his powerful story involving his relationship to alcohol while still functioning in society. Troy also speaks about his passion project, Sober Athletic Wear.
June 17, 2021
Season 1
Episode
23

The 3 A's to Navigating Life's Challenges

This week we are joined by professional speaker, coach, entertainer, PGA of Canada golf professional and mental health advocate, Trevor Moore.
June 10, 2021
Season 1
Episode
22

For Imperfect People

This episode is a special one. For the first time, a pastor joins the guys to navigate various subjects including the very important topics of spirituality and God.
June 3, 2021
Season 1
Episode
21

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