On this edition of Cracking the Code Ryan has a renowned TEDx speaker and recovery coach, Jo Weatherford. Jo has her master's degree in human development and spent 12 years teaching courses on addiction at the University of Nevada. 

During the episode, Jo dove deep into her journey to recovery and the trials and tribulations of divorce. From a young age, Jo worked hard to be the perfect kid. Growing up in a household where the standard was “I love you as long as you’re smart, pretty, etc.” set a high standard. She worked hard to achieve that but at twelve years old, her life began to take a turn. After suffering from a breakup with her 19-year-old boyfriend she started down a dark path.  

From the ages of 12 to 28, Jo used alcohol as a coping mechanism. It was the only coping mechanism that helped to silence the nothingness she felt. After becoming sober and now finally divorced she has taken back her power. Her friend taught her a valuable lesson. He said that he is not your source of wealth or your source of happiness.  

 Jo shared some insights into how she recovered. She touched on how resilience is important, but grit is what got her through. She now helps others on their journey to recovery and shows them that healing is always possible.  

To learn more about Jo and the coaching services she offers check out the links below: 

Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJY4GkpRc7U 

Instagram is @jo.Weatherford  

https://www.facebook.com/jo.harvey.547?mibextid=LQQJ4d 

https://www.facebook.com/jo.harvey.547 

https://recoveryremix.com/