For today’s episode of “Harder to Breathe'", host and former drummer of “Maroon 5” Ryan Dusick is joined by co-host and actor Brian “Duck” Maillard to discuss a highly effective form of therapy known as “Somatic Experiencing” with licensed professional, speaker, author, and coach, Jen Guidry.

Jen reached the highest level of career success in the Mortgage world, having achieved a 7 figure income, and constantly in high demand. Everything was great… until she was diagnosed with cancer. The near-death experience totally rocked her world, and it forced her to realize that she was working in a space that wasn’t fulfilling. She wanted to help people.

As she explains, after surviving several high-intensity Panic Attacks while driving her vehicle, Jen was introduced by a friend to Somatic Experiencing– which at its core is a form of therapy intended to target the body and the way that the body physically manifests trauma. From there, she went down a deep rabbit hole, eventually becoming a licensed specialist in the area, writing books, and now coaching many people on the benefits every single day.

It’s an amazing and highly balanced conversation. Ryan walks us through his personal experience with Somatic Experiencing and how it was effective for him in a way that traditional talk therapy was not, and Duck represents us, the audience, as a mediator of the discussion to ensure that those of us who aren’t quite as familiar with the practice understand exactly what it’s about. It’s a fantastic discussion, and another can’t-miss episode of the “Harder to Breathe” Podcast.

0:00:00 Introduction & Revisiting Former Podcasts

0:04:27 Relating Talk Radio to Podcasts

0:07:48 Balancing the Subjectivity within Therapy

0:11:56 Ryan’s Experience as a Recovery Center Volunteer

0:14:33 Today’s Guest: Jen Guidry

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0:18:51 Jen Guidry Joins the Podcast

0:20:10 Making the Choice to Change Careers Mid-Life

0:24:14 Jen’s Personal Connection to her Work

0:24:32 Dropping Stress & Burnout as a “Badge of Honor”

0:29:33 Dealing with vs. Escaping Something Painful

0:31:17 Can a Well-Balanced Person Become Successful?

0:35:27 Duck’s Cancer Scare

0:37:52 Regulating the Nervous System

0:45:17 The Process: What is Somatic Experiencing?

0:50:27 Ryan’s Experience with Somatic Experiencing

0:56:47 Traditional Therapy vs. Coaching

1:00:27 Jen’s Preference for Specialization

1:04:52 Growing Up the Child of an Alcoholic

1:09:47 Working with Jen Guidry

1:13:17 Wrap Up & Conclusion

For today’s episode of “Harder to Breathe'', host and former drummer of “Maroon 5” Ryan Dusick is joined by co-host and actor Brian “Duck” Maillard for a discussion with the talented film & television actor Pooch Hall, most known for his roles on “The Game” and “Ray Donovan”.

Duck and Pooch have a history that extends over 20 years, going back to a shared experience on a Ford Commercial in the early 2000s. They’ve stayed in touch ever since, something that is hard to come by in the ever-changing world of show business.

In the years since, Pooch has ascended to the highest of highs and dipped to the lowest of lows. He’s worked with some of the biggest stars in the entertainment industry and experienced all the fame, money, and success that comes along with the limelight… and he’s seen what it’s like to end up on TMZ for being jailed on a DUI with his child in the car.

Now, having successfully found sobriety, Pooch is open and forthcoming about the experiences of his past… and how they have shaped the man who he is today. It’s a broad conversation in which Pooch shares so much about how he views Purpose, embracing emotion, and ultimately finding a path to sobriety amidst fame and controversy. It only covers the surface of Pooch’s incredible story, so be sure to subscribe to the “Harder to Breathe” Podcast so you don’t miss a future Part 2.

0:00:00 Introduction & Fashion Choices

0:06:10 Losing Yourself in the Height of Fame

0:10:15 A Regret of Ryan’s During His Time in the Band

0:12:57 The Alicia Keys Story

0:15:14 Today’s Guest: Pooch Hall

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0:18:10 The Ford Commercial & Duck’s Personal Connection to Pooch

0:23:07 Finding and Defining “Purpose”

0:34:52 Embracing All Feelings

0:38:58 Is It Better to Embrace or Suppress Anger?

0:59:02 Duck’s Apology to Pooch

0:51:47 Finding A Path to Sobriety Amidst Fame & Controversy

1:09:39 Rock Bottom & Powerful AA Stories

1:20:22 Wrap Up & Conclusion

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