Beliefcast

Erin Evans left the comforts of home to chase her dreams in the big city of New York, where she received a degree in fashion merchandising from the Fashion Institute of Technology.  Encouraged by friends to write about how she coped with the most traumatic time of her life, she penned her family’s memoirs as a salve for others who are simultaneously battling a terminal illness and addiction.    Wh...

Becca Ribbing has dedicated the last decade of her career to helping people figure out what they want and how to get it.  Becca is the author of the book ‘The Clarity Journal and soon to be published, ‘Mindful Procrastination.’  She is a powerful coach who helps her clients feel energized, empowered, and helps them get unstuck.  She helps us to get out of our own way and accomplish amazing things....

Savvy Jardine is equally as fabulous as she is kind and loving. She has a passion for helping others to feel good on the inside and out! Although she comes from the small town of Aurora, Utah, she has always been highly driven and ambitious. From the time that she was crowned as Miss Utah's Outstanding Teen and was invited on the set of Good Things Utah, she knew it was something that she wanted t...

Adam Nugent is a real-life inspiration!  Adam Nugent is the founder and CEO of Foresight Wealth Management, an award-winning full-service financial organization providing wealth management and financial planning for high net-worth individuals and small and large businesses across the nation. Not only does his firm manage over $1.3 billion in assets, but Foresight is a four-time Inc. 5000 recipient...

Adam Nugent is a real-life inspiration!  Adam Nugent is the founder and CEO of Foresight Wealth Management, an award-winning full-service financial organization providing wealth management and financial planning for high net-worth individuals and small and large businesses across the nation. Not only does his firm manage over $1.3 billion in assets, but Foresight is a four-time Inc. 5000 recipient...

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery, interviews me, Todd Sylvester. I am a Mental Fitness Coach and have 32 years of being clean and sober. Mark and I talk about powerful principles that have changed my life over the years which I now teach to all my clients.    I think you are going to love this episode and hopefully gain some insight that will help you in your life.       If you or if s...

Gina Lambardi and Laura Kaeppeler are two of the most genuine, kind, loving people you will ever meet.  The moment you hear their voices you will instantly love them.  Their passion to make a difference in this world will set your soul on fire.  Gina and Laura are also two of the most accomplished people making a huge impact on the lives of thousands.  They are the creators of the award-winning He...

Steven Campbell is one of a kind!  Audiences are singing the praises of Steven and his humorous, motivating presentations. A sought-after speaker with a teacher’s heart and deep knowledge of the mind, Steven engages attendees with inspiring workshops that truly change lives and businesses, one brain at a time. In addition to speaking from the stage and in workshops, Steven hosts the radio show You...

Tim James is one of those guys that will leave you feeling younger and more energetic just by hearing him speak. His passion flows out of him like a fresh waterfall in a dry desert. He’s turning 48 but feels like he’s 18 (with more energy!) What’s his secret? Tim’s journey led him to a shocking discovery that helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with...

Susan Peterson is a compassionate person.  Susan’s compassion is fueled by the loss of her son to a drug overdose.  She is on a mission to help as many people suffering from addiction.  She is one of the founders of the Sobriety Foundation, a non-profit foundation where they connect and fund adults in need of treatment facilities and other community partners to achieve lifelong sobriety.   The Sob...

Kelly Owen says that finding joy in the process is critical to a successful journey.  “I am not scared of failing. I would instead try and fail than not try at all. Failing is a part of the process of learning and should be valued.”  Kelly’s family motto is "I can do hard things." This saying has become sentimental to her family during various trials they have experienced through the years. During...

Ashley and Roger Bedsole have an unbelievable story of redemption and overcoming addiction together - they both share the same sobriety birthday.  Two years after they were married, they were introduced to substances that would send them into an 8-year downward spiral of active addiction.  They hid their problem from their family and friends.  They eventually came clean and agreed to attend rehab-...

Courtney Anderson is one of the most caring and resilient individuals I have ever met.  Courtney is a graduate of Brigham Young University, proud wife & mother to her "miracle baby" Sofia, a retired competitive pianist, host of the Glow Boss Podcast, inspiring mentor, and Founder/CEO of Spa Trouve, a full-service med spa with 5 locations in Utah.    Courtney discovered her passion for the med spa...

Amberly Lago is unstoppable and will spark your heart and mind with her grit and grace!  Amblery is a Peak Performance Coach, TEDx Speaker, Podcaster, and leading expert in the field of resilience and transformation. She is the best-selling author of “True Grit and Grace” and the founder of “UNSTOPPABLE Life Mastermind.”   Through her book, coaching methods, and masterminds she has curated unique...

Leslie Weirich is a suicide prevention advocate warrior!  On September 10th, 2016, Leslie and her husband awoke to the doorbell ringing and the news that their 20-year-old-son, Austin, had taken his life.  It was the moment that changed everything.     Because of the unique circumstances surrounding her story, it would eventually capture the attention of national news. The response they received m...

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery, and Tina Holman our Experiential Director join us today for another episode of The Wasatch Way.  Tina has been with Wasatch since the day Wasatch was open and she is a powerful influence on every client who has come through our program.  Tina is also a licensed yoga instructor and helps our clients understand the power of joy and connection.   In this...

Meet Scott Wilhelm, sinner turned saint. From panhandling on the side of a highway off-ramp, to detox, treatment and bible college in a matter of 6 months.   Scott, with a decade and a half in active addiction, tells us how he went from heavy heroin addiction to speaking in churches, schools, and jails; sharing his message of hope and strength.   He now has 6 years of continuous sobriety. He was b...

Smith Alley is going to blow your mind!  Smith is a senior at Bountiful High School but his wisdom, awareness, and insight cause all the greats to pause and listen.     Smith is 17 years old and was exposed to pornography at a young age and struggled with that for 5 years as well as the harmful effects that social media had on his mental health. After deciding to change the course of his life, he...

Ashley Garbe Smith is an amazing person who has turned tragedy into triumph.  Ashley graduated from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. Before founding AGS Law, Ashley worked for a boutique litigation firm for several years as an associate, law clerk, and even a legal assistant before attending law school.   Ashley founded AGS Law because she wanted to focus on helping clie...

Jon Redd struggled with addiction throughout his teenage years and went into residential treatment at the age of 19 for alcohol and drug use.   After treatment, he earned a degree in Psychology from the U of U and attended the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Training program through the Graduate School of Social Work at the U of U.      Upon graduation, he got married, started a family, and went...

Brooke Mangum is a powerful person who is dedicated to making a difference in this world!  Brooke is an entrepreneur and media personality. She received her degree in Mass Communications and Journalism and has been broadcasting for more than a decade.    Brooke was a radio personality for iHeartMedia for several years. During her tenure at iHeartMedia, the program she co-hosted and co-produced gre...

Mark Richards, the owner of Wasatch Recovery, and Wendy Smart McCarter, our Clinical Director, join us today for another episode of The Wasatch Way.  Wendy is one of the reasons why Wasatch Recovery is the BEST!    In this episode, Mark and Wendy, discuss the real definition of addiction. “Addiction is the perpetual avoidance of legitimate suffering.”  It is s one of the many powerful principles W...

Debra Bonner lights up every room she walks into.  Debra is a Transformational Vocal Coach.  Her technique has been effective in eliminating vocal nodules and correcting nearly every vocal problem.  Debra has taught women who have been suffering from anxiety, depression, and low self-worth. After working with them for a short while, the symptoms diminished, and in some cases completely dissipated....

Kelsey Autry is a light that is now shining bright!  You will not believe what Kelsey has overcome in her life.  Abandoned by her parents when she was a child, 13 years of addiction, 3 DUI’s, overdoses, criminal charges, jail, and the worst was the lie that ‘she would always be a junkie!’  Now, in January she is going to celebrate with her supportive husband and two beautiful children, 4 years of...

Travis Whittaker use to believe he was worthless but now lives a life of self-love and service.  Travis has worked in the treatment industry for over 8 years in a variety of positions with treatment facilities across the country.  Besides his new role, President of Business Development at Akasha Recovery, he is also a Nationally Certified Interventionist. Travis runs a popular Facebook page, Car T...