"I tell people if I can do it, anybody can do it. You know? I struggled with meth addiction for 35 years." - Lonnie

Lonnie's story is one of overcoming a decades-long battle with substance use, including multiple incarcerations, the loss of family, and hitting rock bottom. However, through a spiritual awakening in prison, renewed recovery efforts with the support of his partner Mandy, and his work as a peer support specialist, Lonnie has found purpose and fulfillment in helping others on their own recovery journeys. His story provides hope and inspiration that recovery is possible, even after experiencing the darkest of circumstances.

Here is some of what Adam and Lonnie discuss:

• Addiction is powerful and relentless, but recovery is possible, even after years of struggle
• The power of faith and community can be transformative in the journey of recovery
• Perseverance and the willingness to get back up after setbacks are crucial for long-term success
• Sharing one's story and using lived experience to support others can be incredibly meaningful and impactful

Lonnie's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of faith.

This episode continues the discussion on aging, with a focus on how behavioral health is connected to physical health as we get older. Host Adam Renshaw and Dr. Hansen explore the essential elements all humans need - water, nutrition, sleep, movement, and love - and how deficiencies in these areas can manifest as physical and mental health issues, especially for the elderly.

Main Topics Discussed:

• The connection between behavioral health and physical health
• The 5 essential elements all humans need: water, nutrition, sleep, movement, love
• The importance of love and social connection, especially for the elderly
• How lack of sleep can negatively impact both physical and mental health
• Recommendations for getting quality sleep
• The role of hydration and proper nutrition in supporting overall health
• How movement and exercise benefit the mind and body
• The challenges addiction can pose in meeting these essential needs

Here are the two previous episodes Adam and Orin did on Aging:

Brain, Vision & Hearing in Aging: Tips for Maintaining Cognitive & Sensory Health

Aging: How to Care for Our Bodies As We Get Older (Part 1: Heart, Bones, and Joints)

This podcast episode provides a comprehensive overview of the concerning rise in teen vaping and e-cigarette use.

Tammy, a public health nurse and tobacco education specialist, discusses:

• The highly addictive and dangerous nature of nicotine
• The toxic ingredients found in e-cigarette aerosol
• The targeted marketing tactics used by the vaping industry to appeal to youth.

She shares alarming statistics on the skyrocketing rates of vaping among high school students, as well as the link between e-cigarette use and increased likelihood of smoking cigarettes.

Tammy also outlines the serious short-term and potential long-term health consequences of vaping for adolescents, including brain development issues, lung damage, and addiction.

Finally, she provides guidance for parents on how to recognize signs of vaping and have open conversations with their children, as well as resources available to help teens and young adults quit vaping.

Websites:

mylifemyquit.com

mtreact.com

tobaccofreekids.org

parentsagainstvaping.org

To quit:

Text start my quit to 36072 or

Call 855-891-9989