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Wake Up with MarciReal Conversations. Radical Healing.Hosted by award-winning TV personality and author Marci Hopkins, Wake Up with Marci is a safe, honest space to explore life’s toughest transitions—mental health, addiction, grief, parenting, recovery, reinvention—and everything in between. With powerful guest stories, expert advice, and raw vulnerability, this show helps you heal, grow, and wake up to your worth.
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- 2 days ago52 min
Inside One of the World’s Most Exclusive Addiction Treatment Centers | Anthony O’Brien
What does it really take to overcome alcohol addiction and build lasting sobriety?This week on Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins welcomes Anthony O’Brien, addiction therapist and Director of Therapy Services at Rosglas Recovery in Ireland.With more than 20 years of experience in addiction treatment, Anthony shares expert insights into alcohol addiction recovery, the path to sobriety, and the emotional and psychological work involved in lasting change. He also explains Rosglas Recovery’s personalized approach to alcohol addiction treatment and addiction recovery.In this episode:* How alcohol addiction develops and affects daily life* What effective alcohol addiction treatment can involve* The connection between mental health, addiction, and sobriety* The psychology behind long-term addiction recovery* Rosglas Recovery’s personalized treatment approach* How to find hope and rebuild your life in recovery▶️ Watch the full conversation to learn more about alcohol addiction treatment, sobriety, and the recovery process. Subscribe to Wake Up with Marci and share this episode with someone who may need support.CONNECT WITH ANTHONY O’BRIEN & ROSGLAS RECOVERY:🌐 Website: https://rosglasrecovery.com/📖 MARCI’S NEW BOOKWake Up, You’re Not Brokenhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1Z5Q4HJ🎙️ New episodes every Thursday!Watch or listen to Wake Up with Marci on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, ONNJ and La Tribune podcast.This episode includes AI-generated content.
- 1 weeks ago44 min
More Than a Survivor: Healing After Sexual Assault | Amy McKiernan
Healing after sexual assault is possible—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.In this episode of the Telly Award-winning Wake Up with Marci, author and advocate Amy McKiernan shares her 20-year journey from trauma and silence toward healing, self-worth, and purpose.Drawing from her book, More Than a Survivor: Eight Keys to Overcoming Sexual Assault, Amy opens up about motherhood as a turning point, finding strength through writing, and rebuilding trust in herself. Together, Amy and Marci explore why healing isn’t linear and how compassionate support can help survivors reclaim their voices.Whether you’re navigating your own healing or supporting someone you love, this conversation offers hope and a reminder: what happened to you does not define your worth.In this episode, we discuss:* Finding your voice and moving through shame after sexual assault* Lessons from Amy’s eight keys to overcoming trauma* Rebuilding self-worth and creating meaning beyond the past* The role of writing, community, and support in healing* Supporting a survivor with compassion and understandingConnect with Amy McKiernan:Website: (https://amymckiernan.com/)Book: More Than a Survivor: Eight Keys to Overcoming Sexual AssaultInstagram: [@amymckiernan_author](https://www.instagram.com/amymckiernan_author/)Discover Marci’s new book:[Wake Up, You’re Not Broken](https://a.co/d/08bfC873)New episodes every Thursday!Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and ONNJ.Subscribe to Wake Up with Marci for more honest conversations about healing, recovery, and rediscovering your sense of self.
- 2 weeks ago53 min
Breathwork for Sobriety: Healing Through the Hard Things | Brandon G. Handley
In this episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins speaks with Brandon G. Handley, founder of Spirit of the Deal, about breathwork, sobriety, meditation, and asking for help.Together, they explore how facing difficult emotions can lead to healing, clarity, and lasting personal transformation.In this episode, you’ll discover:* How breathwork supports sobriety and emotional healing* The connection between meditation, recovery, and self-awareness* Why asking for help is a sign of strength* How to stop overthinking and get out of your own way* Why facing difficult emotions can create lasting change* How to reclaim your power and move forward with greater clarityConnect with Brandon:https://www.facebook.com/thebrandonghandley brandonghandley_ [https://brandonghandley.com/]Spirit of the Deal Podcast: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirit-of-the-deal/id1518488784]📖 Get Marci’s bestselling book, Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety:[https://a.co/d/08bfC873]Watch and listen to Wake Up with Marci on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and the ONNJ Network. New episodes every Thursday.#WakeUpWithMarci #BrandonHandley #Breathwork #Sobriety #Meditation #AddictionRecovery #EmotionalHealing
- 3 weeks ago26 min
5 Sobriety Tips to Support Your Recovery Journey | Marci Hopkins
Staying sober is a daily commitment, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.In this solo episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins shares five simple sobriety practices that have supported her recovery: moving your body, journaling, talking to someone, meditating, and practising gratitude.Whether you’re newly sober, considering sobriety, or have been in recovery for years, this episode offers practical encouragement to help you stay grounded and take your recovery journey one day at a time.Key Points:Why moving your body can shift your energy and mindset* How journaling helps you process your thoughts and emotions* Why reaching out and talking to someone matters* How meditation can help you reconnect with yourself* The importance of practising gratitude during recovery* Why small, consistent actions make a meaningful difference📖 Get Marci’s bestselling book, Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety:[https://a.co/d/08bfC873]🎙️ Listen to Wake Up with Marci on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and other major podcast platforms.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations about sobriety, addiction recovery, mental health, healing, and personal transformation.#SobrietyTips #AddictionRecovery #SoberLiving
- Aug 20, 202648 min
How to Overcome Trauma and Build Resilience | Amanda Anderson
How do you overcome trauma, face adversity, and rebuild your life? Mental health strategist Amanda Anderson joins Marci Hopkins to discuss resilience, emotional healing, and turning painful experiences into purpose.In this episode of Wake Up with Marci, Amanda shares powerful insights into navigating difficult seasons, caring for your mental health, rebuilding self-belief, and using personal experiences to help others. This inspiring conversation offers hope to anyone healing from trauma or facing major life challenges.In this episode, you’ll learn:How trauma can affect your mental health* Ways to develop resilience through adversity* How to rebuild confidence and self-belief* Why emotional healing takes courage* How to transform pain into purpose* How your experiences can empower othersConnect with Amanda Anderson:LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandakanderson/]Website: [https://www.amanda-anderson.com.au/]📖 Get Marci Hopkins’ bestselling book:Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: A Companion for Your First 30 Days of Sobriety[https://a.co/d/08bfC873]Watch or listen to Wake Up with Marci on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and the ONNJ Network.Subscribe and turn on notifications for inspiring new episodes every Thursday.
- Aug 13, 202644 min
Everything Feels Impossible… Until You Do It | Vincent Van den Broeck
How do you rebuild your life after a near-fatal accident? Vincent Van den Broeck was given just a 1% chance of survival but his recovery transformed how he views resilience, success, and living with purpose.In this episode of Wake Up with Marci, Vincent shares how he rebuilt his physical and emotional strength after the accident that changed his life. He opens up about accepting help, overcoming adversity, taking small daily steps, and breaking free from autopilot.You’ll discover:* How to rebuild after trauma* Why small habits create lasting change* How vulnerability can make you stronger* The signs you’re living on autopilot* Where to begin when life feels overwhelmingVincent is an entrepreneur, founder of UID Club, podcast host, and author of the upcoming book, Everything Feels Impossible Until It’s Done.🔗 CONNECT WITH VINCENTInstagram: [https://www.instagram.com/vincentinthekitchen/]LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentvandenbroeck/]📖 GET MARCI’S BOOKWake Up, You’re Not Broken:[https://a.co/d/08bfC873]Like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs hope today.🎙️ New episodes every Thursday on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.#WakeUpWithMarci #Resilience #TraumaRecovery #VincentVanDenBroeck #OvercomingAdversity
- Aug 6, 202655 min
What If Healing Is More Powerful Than You’ve Been Told? | Dr. Joy Kong | Wake Up with Marci
Can your mind influence your body’s ability to heal? What role do stem cells play in regenerative medicine? And what does it truly mean to experience transformational healing?In this episode of Wake Up with Marci, Dr. Joy Kong shares the science behind stem cell therapy, the powerful mind-body connection, and how physical, emotional, and mental healing work together to create lasting transformation. Learn how your beliefs, nervous system, and overall health are more connected than you may realize and why healing is about much more than simply treating symptoms.In this episode, you’ll discover:* How the mind-body connection influences healing and overall well-being* The science behind stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine* Why true transformation goes beyond treating physical symptoms* How your beliefs and mindset can impact your body’s ability to healWhether you’re interested in regenerative medicine, holistic health, stem cell therapy, or personal transformation, this conversation offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on what’s possible.📖 Get Marci’s bestselling book:Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobrietyhttps://a.co/d/08bfC873Connect with Dr. Joy Kong:🌐 https://joykongmd.com/📸 https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/📘 https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-kong-md-4b8627123/▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd🎧 Listen & Subscribe:YouTube • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • iHeartRadio • Amazon Music • Pandora • Spreaker#WakeUpWithMarci #DrJoyKong #StemCellTherapy #RegenerativeMedicine #MindBodyConnection #TransformationalHealing #HolisticHealth #HealingJourney
- Jul 30, 202656 min
Losing His Son and Wife to Addiction: Turning Grief Into Purpose | Jeff Johnston
After losing his 23-year-old son, Seth, to fentanyl poisoning and later his wife, Prudence, to alcoholism, Jeff Johnston faced unimaginable grief. Instead of allowing these losses to define his future, he turned his pain into a mission to help others.In this powerful episode of Wake Up with Marci, Jeffery shares his journey through addiction, grief, and healing. He discusses the stigma surrounding substance use and mental health, the founding of the Living Undeterred Project, and how he transformed personal tragedy into meaningful change.In this episode, you’ll learn:* How Jeff navigated profound grief and loss* Why we must change the conversation around addiction* The connection between substance use and mental health* How pain can be transformed into purpose* Why compassion and honest conversations can save livesConnect with Jeff Johnston:Website: [https://www.livingundeterred.com]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingundeterredFacebook: (https://www.facebook.com/LivingUndeterred)LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-a-johnston/]Podcast: [https://linktr.ee/LivingUndeterred]Book: [https://www.thisonesforyoubook.com]New episodes of Wake Up with Marci are available every Thursday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and the ONNJ Network.Get Marci’s bestselling book, Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety:[https://a.co/d/08bfC873]
About Wake Up with Marci
Wake Up with MarciReal Conversations. Radical Healing.Hosted by award-winning TV personality and author Marci Hopkins, Wake Up with Marci is a safe, honest space to explore life’s toughest transitions—mental health, addiction, grief, parenting, recovery, reinvention—and everything in between. With powerful guest stories, expert advice, and raw vulnerability, this show helps you heal, grow, and wake up to your worth.
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