NOT ABOUT PERFECTION with GWENDOLYN
Mon Jan 19 2026
In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of addiction and recovery, focusing on personal stories, the role of music, and the complexities of parenting in the context of addiction. Gwen shares her journey in recovery, emphasizing the importance of humor and communication. The conversation also touches on societal issues related to substance use and the impact of non-alcoholic beverages on recovery. Overall, the episode highlights the challenges and triumphs of navigating life in recovery while fostering meaningful relationships.
Your Crisis Coach features honest conversations and real-world tools for people navigating addiction, mental health struggles, relapse, trauma, and life-altering stress. Hosted by Scott H. Silverman (crisis coach, author, addiction recovery advocate) and Fredd Carroll (author, media producer), each episode focuses on what actually helps when things feel overwhelming.
Topics include:
Addiction and recovery support
Mental health and emotional crisis tools
Relapse, trauma, and rebuilding
How to support someone in crisis
Finding clarity when life falls apart
This show is for people struggling right now, those supporting someone they love, and anyone seeking clear, grounded conversations about crisis and recovery. This is not therapy — it’s perspective, experience, and practical guidance when you need it most.
If you’re in it right now: you’re not alone.
Books by our hosts:
You’re Not God; That Job Is Taken — Scott H. Silverman
→ https://amzn.to/46ICsY3
When Your Ego Throws a Pity Party: Go Alone — Fredd Carroll
→ https://amzn.to/4mA0NoR
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In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of addiction and recovery, focusing on personal stories, the role of music, and the complexities of parenting in the context of addiction. Gwen shares her journey in recovery, emphasizing the importance of humor and communication. The conversation also touches on societal issues related to substance use and the impact of non-alcoholic beverages on recovery. Overall, the episode highlights the challenges and triumphs of navigating life in recovery while fostering meaningful relationships. Your Crisis Coach features honest conversations and real-world tools for people navigating addiction, mental health struggles, relapse, trauma, and life-altering stress. Hosted by Scott H. Silverman (crisis coach, author, addiction recovery advocate) and Fredd Carroll (author, media producer), each episode focuses on what actually helps when things feel overwhelming. Topics include: Addiction and recovery support Mental health and emotional crisis tools Relapse, trauma, and rebuilding How to support someone in crisis Finding clarity when life falls apart This show is for people struggling right now, those supporting someone they love, and anyone seeking clear, grounded conversations about crisis and recovery. This is not therapy — it’s perspective, experience, and practical guidance when you need it most. If you’re in it right now: you’re not alone. Books by our hosts: You’re Not God; That Job Is Taken — Scott H. Silverman → https://amzn.to/46ICsY3 When Your Ego Throws a Pity Party: Go Alone — Fredd Carroll → https://amzn.to/4mA0NoR