{"podcast":{"title":"The Work of Warriors","slug":"the-work-of-warriors-6595134","podcast_index_feed_id":6595134,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-work-of-warriors","website_url":"https://www.kimrapach.com/","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/aCdZT67NyDhirEnvZ17NHM0BIMPI-s8rZVU1fWzsSms/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYTkw/ZmVlMzk0YzE2YmEz/YzcxZDAyZDE3NzU2/ODQwNC5wbmc.jpg","author":"Kim Rapach","episode_count":45,"summary":"Being a warrior isn’t about sacrificing yourself for others. It’s about fighting for you first, because without that, nothing else lasts. I’m Kim Rapach, a former therapist on a mission to end celebrity suicide. My work is dedicated to helping entertainers and entrepreneurs escape the darkness that often shadows success. The Work of Warriors is a space for bold, honest conversations with talented individuals who aren’t just using their gifts to change the world, they’re leading with mental wellness, setting the standard for others to follow. To shift the narrative in this industry, we focus on three things: Normalizing open conversations around mental health Redefining success to include mental wellness Encouraging self-love and healthy boundaries When we fight for ourselves, we heal the world. And the world needs more warriors willing to do just that. If you’re struggling, reach out. Your life matters more than you know. Call 988 or connect with your local resources. To all entertainers and creators: Thank you. Your work changes lives, including mine.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-work-of-warriors-6595134"},"episode":{"title":"You Don't Have to Live This Way, with Chris Howe","slug":"you-don-t-have-to-live-this-way-with-chris-howe","published_at":"2024-09-27T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-work-of-warriors-6595134/you-don-t-have-to-live-this-way-with-chris-howe","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-work-of-warriors-6595134","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/58a7c07c","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/58a7c07c/b69bc83e.mp3","summary":"The entertainment industry rewards performance, pressure, and pushing through. But eventually the nervous system keeps the score. The RED HEART Retreat is a space for high-performing women in high-pressure environments to step out of survival mode, reconnect to themselves, and learn a new way of operating, without losing their edge. Deep nervous system work, honest connection, rest, and emotional freedom. June 4–7 in Ottawa, Illinois. Limited spots remaining. SUMMARY Chris Howe, a firefighter and co-owner of 12 Mile Tattoo, shares his story of recovery and how he uses his experiences to help others. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and connection in healing and highlights the value of lived experience in supporting others. Chris also discusses the challenges he has faced in his firefighting career and his commitment to helping individuals overcome addiction and live meaningful lives. In this part of the conversation, Chris Howe and Kim Rapach discuss the importance of finding hope and support in community. They also delve into the impact of childhood and family dynamics on personal struggles. Chris shares his experience of using music and substance abuse as a means of escape. He reflects on his search for change and reinvention, as well as the power of vulnerability and connection in his recovery journey. The conversation concludes with a discussion on overcoming negative beliefs and embracing a new path. In this conversation, Chris Howe shares his journey of finding community in firefighting, struggling with alcoholism and drug addiction, and seeking validation and acceptance. He opens up about the pressure to hide weakness and the role he played as the party guy. Chris talks about hitting rock bottom and attempting suicide multiple times before finding h…","meta_description":"The entertainment industry rewards performance, pressure, and pushing through. But eventually the nervous system keeps the score. The RED HEART Retreat is…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":6206,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-work-of-warriors-6595134/episodes/you-don-t-have-to-live-this-way-with-chris-howe/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-work-of-warriors-6595134/you-don-t-have-to-live-this-way-with-chris-howe.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}