In this episode of T & A Talk on Going Rogue, Angie and Tommy dive into the complexities of personal health, nutrition, and the broader implications of health policy in America. Battling a persistent cold, Angie shares her thoughts on the state of healthcare and the potential for reform, spurred by recent political shifts. The two explore the differences between American and international food standards, discuss RFK's commitment to improving health and diet in the U.S., and consider the critical role of community and fitness in holistic recovery.

Tommy shares his enthusiasm for CrossFit and how community-driven workouts enhance both physical and mental health. Angie provides insights from her fitness coaching experience at a recovery center, where clients build strength and confidence, showing that true health extends beyond sobriety.

Together, they discuss how changing the food industry’s practices, promoting nutritional education, and encouraging physical fitness could reshape America’s future.

Key Points:

1. The State of American Health and Policy
2. Differences in Food Standards
3. The Power of Fitness and Community in Recovery
4. Nutrition, Clean Eating, and Education
5. Future of Health and Education in America
6. Personal Reflections on Health Choices

Angie and Tommy wrap up with a shared hope for a healthier America, driven by informed policy changes, accessible clean foods, and an emphasis on fitness in schools and communities. Join them in dreaming of a future where America can become not only a great country but a healthy one too.

In this powerful episode of Going Rogue, host Angie Manson sits down with Eric Fisher, an experienced addiction counselor and martial arts enthusiast who has dedicated his life to helping others find strength and resilience in recovery. Eric brings a unique perspective to addiction treatment, drawing on his martial arts background to illustrate how recovery can be approached as a “fight” that requires skill, practice, and inner mastery.

Eric shares his unconventional journey from Tennessee to Canada and how a series of life-changing moments brought him into the world of addiction counseling. With over a decade in the field, he has worked across a range of settings, from outpatient facilities to private practice and community programs, bringing a wealth of knowledge about the evolving landscape of addiction treatment.

Together, Angie and Eric dive into:

• The role of trauma as the unseen root of addiction and the importance of addressing both mind and body in recovery.
• Techniques like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) that are changing the way trauma is processed, helping individuals reframe their pasts and release long-held pain.
• The challenge of balancing holistic approaches and traditional medical treatments, including the delicate navigation of mental health medications in the recovery journey.
• Eric’s new book, The Martial Art of Recovery, which combines martial arts philosophy with therapeutic concepts to give readers tools to conquer addiction and achieve mental wellness.

As they unpack these topics, Eric provides practical insights, humorous anecdotes about adapting to Canadian winters, and thought-provoking advice on how to support family members through recovery without enabling old patterns.

Thank you for tuning into this episode of Going Rogue.

》》About Eric Fisher:

Eric is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. He has worked in inpatient and outpatient treatment centers in the US and Canada. Eric currently has his own private practice, Recovery Arts Counselling, where he focuses on helping support people primarily with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, and relationship concerns. In May of this year, he published his first book, "The Martial Art of Recovery: Self-Mastery Practices to Subdue Addiction & Achieve Mental Wellness." He is a master practitioner of accelerated resolution therapy and also has been trained in EMDR, a therapy often used for trauma. Eric enjoys travelling to new places, meeting new people, biking in the local parks, hiking, writing, and trying new foods to keep his palette guessing.

Learn More About Eric:

https://www.recoveryartscounselling.com

https://www.instagram.com/recoveryartscounselling/

Full video here: https://youtu.be/06RfLJbxjuk

In this episode of T&A Talk - Going Rogue, Angie Manson and Thomas Legan dive into Angie's journey through Day 44 of the 75 Hard challenge. They discuss the discipline it takes to keep up with the program, even when life throws unexpected obstacles, like poison-sprayed parks. Angie shares her struggles and triumphs, giving a real glimpse into what it means to commit to personal growth through tough physical and mental challenges.

The conversation also takes a detour into Aftershock Festival highlights, including their thoughts on bands like Pantera and Slipknot, and how some performances lived up to the hype while others fell flat. From metal legends to music mishaps, this episode has it all, including a discussion on their lifting sessions, where both Angie and Tom hit personal bests in the gym while balancing the demands of festival life.

Tune in for an inspiring, humorous, and raw conversation about fitness, recovery, heavy metal, and pushing through life's toughest moments.

Key Points:

• The importance of controlling your environment to maintain discipline.
• Angie's passionate take on advocating for safer community practices, leading her to consider joining the homeowner's association board.
• Highlights of seeing Pantera live at Aftershock Festival and why their music still holds up today.
• Insight into how classic bands evolve—or don’t—and what makes a show memorable.
• Angie and Tom share their post-festival lifting session at NorCal Strength Systems.Tom hits a personal record (PR) in snatching after two years of trying, and Angie surprises herself with a strong performance in clean and jerk.How the 75 Hard challenge integrates with their gym routine and the mental strength it builds.
• How they navigated healthier food options at the festival, including their find of the best grass-fed burger truck.

Join Angie and Tom next week as they continue their fitness journeys, share more festival stories, and dive into all things recovery, personal growth, and heavy metal. Don’t forget to subscribe to Going Rogue with Angie Manson and leave us a five-star review!

Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/X-mxv-XGL1g