Peji's Recovery Corner

Born in 1991 and raised in Los Angeles, Raven Diggs is passionate about recovery and supporting others who struggle with wellness. As the daughter of an entertainer and recovering alcoholic, Raven was exposed to substance abuse at an early age, later becoming a product of her environment. Since finding sobriety and wellness at age 24, Raven has focused on service to others in recovery and as a com...

Darryl Rodgers is a family recovery coach, interventionist, speaker, and author. Through interventions and his one-of-a-kind online coaching program for parents, Darryl helps the families of loved ones battling drug or alcohol addiction recover and heal together. Darryl began his work in the field of drug prevention and family recovery when his oldest of two boys, Chase, died in a marijuana-impair...

Jeffrey is a member of the reality group called "You're doing it wrong and confusing everyone." Has actively worked the steps with many men whom have undergone a profound transformation simply because Jeff can read a book and explain it very well. Currently is working step 9 which is a lifetime process that will never be completed entirely but will do so whenever the opportunity presents...

Jordan, originally from New Jersey, struggled with opiate addiction until he eventually moved to California for a fresh start in 2014. Despite the challenges, his battle with addiction continued on the West Coast as he hopped from treatment center to sober livings. However, in 2018, Jordan finally achieved sobriety and has since built a fulfilling and meaningful life.

BeeJay is an enrolled tribal member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Oklahoma. He actively works the 12 steps of AA with his sponsor. Currently he is on his 9th step. He attends meetings and is committed to being of service to his community whenever possible. He leads by example and is always willing to lend an open ear or helping hand.

Ajai Sanders is a sober women with 25 years of solid recovery. She wears her recovery like a loose garment and truly demonstrates how a dignified woman of recovery should conduct herself. She helps countless people in the recovery community both on a personal level and community level. She is also a triple threat. She's best known for her comedic talent where she's appeared in Iconic TV shows such...

McCauley Sexton is a consultant, harm reductionist, writer, alternative treatment industry professional, and cohost of the Recovery Reform Podcast with Dr. Taylor Nichols. McCauley offers unconditional support to people who use drugs, while respecting each individual’s autonomy.

Lured and Abandoned by Melissa Ann Delise-Ruby from ITFEIA and Midnight Path Society. *** Join us as we uncover the shocking story of Ashley White, who, along with her significant other, was lured by the fake advocate Melissa Ann Delise-Ruby from ITFEIA and Midnight Path Society. Promised support after being drawn out of a questionable treatment center, they soon found themselves exploited for a n...

TJ Woodward is a revolutionary recovery expert, bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and addiction treatment specialist who has helped countless people through his simple, yet powerful teachings. He is also the creator of The Conscious Recovery Method, which is a groundbreaking and effective approach to viewing and treating addiction. TJ is a featured thought-leader on wholehearted.org along...

Real Talk: Unmasking the Hypocrisy of a Self-Proclaimed Ethical Community – A Deep Dive into the Treatment Industry's Rumors vs. Facts. Pej will share his experience as a public figure, exploring how his past experience in these groups can negatively impact careers and transform good intentions into detrimental outcomes.

Joanna's journey from addiction to recovery led her to pursue a major in fine arts and become a skilled tattoo artist, channeling her experiences into powerful art forms that inspire others.

Hey there, it's Pej, your friendly neighborhood interventionist and recovery advocate. In today's session, we dove deep into the world of youth drug prevention. As someone with 17 years of sobriety under my belt, I know firsthand the importance of reaching out to our young people before addiction takes hold. We discussed: - practical strategies for parents and loved ones - fostering open communica...

Madison got sober the first time at the age of 18. She struggled to accept that she was an alcoholic & couldn’t face her reality. She went in and out of multiple different inpatient treatment facilities, outpatient programs, and sober living homes. She struggled with living life according to a spiritual program. She didn’t get sober and stay sober until she was 20. Now, she’s 22 with 2 years o...

Originally from Vancouver, WA, Robin's journey brought her to Houston, TX, where she discovered the transformative APG model of peer support in 2013. She became a dedicated family participant in Lifeway International's APG program, joining alongside two of her teenagers. It was in this family group that she embarked on her own path to long-term recovery, inspired by the stories and journeys of oth...

** Daniel has been a respected member of the recovery treatment community here in Southern California for 5 years. He grew up in a Mormon household as the youngest of 6 kids and speaks highly of his upbringing. Daniel served a mission in Detroit Michigan and became a collegiate athlete. His life experiences include a struggle with addiction, getting married and divorced at a young age and ultimate...

Episode Notes Notes go here**** Welcome to another powerful episode of Pej's Recovery Corner! This week, Pej sits down with Ce'gon Shoeleh, a remarkable individual from Tulsa, Oklahoma, who has triumphed over addiction and is now excelling academically with a 4.0 GPA in psychology. Episode Highlights: Ce'gon’s Personal Journey: Hear Ce'gon's courageous story of battling heroin, fentanyl, and meth...

Hailey Paulson is a living miracle who found her way to recovery after surviving an extremely low bottom. She is a very talented business professional who excels at everything she puts her mind to. As a result of her dedication to putting her 12-step (AA) life before anything else, she has made it priority number one. Hailey was born into a long line of Czechoslovakian ballet dancers and was essen...

Reza F has been struggling with drugs and alcohol for the last 14 years. He has had periods of sobriety with the highest being 5 years, but failed to sustain it due to his huge ego and self will. Reza suffered huge mental health issues following his last run and was in a very long marijuana induced psychosis. After many treatment centers, detoxes, and sober livings he finally turned his life aroun...

Alec Richards was born and raised in Southern California. Kind hearted and full of life, he is an example of the many highs and lows that comes with being a celebrity offspring in the heart of Hollywood. He had to navigate himself through many years of tribulations and pain to become the well rounded strong man he is today. At 29 years young, he is an old soul who has lived a couple lifetimes and...

Hello, everyone, and welcome to another episode of "Peji's Recovery Corner." I'm your host, Pej, and today, we have a deeply inspiring and raw episode for you. We're joined by a courageous guest, Grace, who bravely shares her journey from a tumultuous upbringing marked by mental and physical abuse to overcoming years of addiction and self-destructive behavior. Grace opens up about her ea...

Episode Notes Farid Tabrizy holds an honorary doctorate in Human Resources Management. In addition, Farid is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Board Certified Expert in Alternative Medicine, Board Certified Sports Counselor, and a Certified Massage Therapist in Acupressure/Shiatzu with over 20 years’ experience. He is a yoga practitioner, tai chi instructor, and Grand Master with an 10th degree black be...

Episode Notes Elena Morgan, a 23-year-old originally from Louisville, KY. She has been in recovery for nearly 18 months, transitioning from a wild city girl lifestyle to a peaceful and calm one, all thanks to her higher power. Notes go here

Methadone AddictJoey Price is an individual who grew up in Port Neches, TX, with a focus on family, friendships, and sports. He demonstrated leadership skills early on, serving as class president for three years and being crowned the class awards king in his high school, PNG. Joey particularly excelled in soccer and went on to become a collegiate kicker for Sam Houston State University. During his...

Sober at 23 from Fentanyl Gabe was heavily addicted to substances, most specifically fentanyl. He faced many challenges in his life during his addiction, including being a solid father for his daughter. He entered rehab with some reluctance per his mother's request and did not take his recovery seriously. This marked the start of a journey of going in and out of treatment centers, and after a few...