Forest Bathing and the Science of Slowing Down

Rayce's Story as told by his mom Tina Kennedy

Rayce was more than what happened to him. He was a son, a person deeply loved, and a life that mattered.In this episode of Stories That Matter, Tina Kennedy shares the story of her son, Rayce Anthony Kennedy, and the painful reality of losing him to fentanyl poisoning at just 25 years old. Together, we talk about who Rayce was beyond addiction, the early signs, the challenges of navigating treatment, the heartbreak of escalation, and the lasting impact grief leaves behind.This conversation also explores mental health, denial, stigma, the dangers of today’s poisoned drug supply, and the advocacy Tina stepped into after loss through her work to raise awareness and save lives.Rayce’s story is not just about tragedy. It is about love, memory, warning, and purpose.If you are a parent, someone in recovery, grieving a loved one, or trying to better understand addiction and loss, this episode is for you.Topics discussed in this episode include:• Substance use disorder and fentanyl poisoning• Mental health and early intervention• Family impact and grief after loss• Treatment system challenges• Harm reduction and awareness• Advocacy after losing a child• Hope, healing, and remembering a life that matteredTina’s interview centers on honoring Rayce as a whole person while helping others understand the realities families face when addiction enters the picture.If this conversation moves you, please share it. Stories like this help break stigma, create understanding, and remind grieving families they are not alone.Subscribe to Logan’s Voice and Stories That Matter for more conversations that bring truth, awareness, hope, and healing. Chase Away Fentanyl - facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579144951034 website - https://chaseawayfentanyl.org/ #StoriesThatMatter #LogansVoice #FentanylAwareness #AddictionAwareness #GriefSupport #MentalHealth #EndTheStigma #RayceKennedy #PoisonedDrugSupply #NaloxoneSavesLives

Loving Someone Through Addiction - Cameron’s Story Told by Bethany Jackson - Stories That Matter

What does it mean to love someone who is battling addiction when you are not part of that world yourself?In this powerful episode of "Stories That Matter", Bethany Jackson shares the story of Cameron, the man she loved for seven to eight years, and the reality of navigating life alongside someone in active addiction. This is a conversation about love, hope, boundaries, heartbreak, and the emotional weight carried by partners and families who often suffer quietly behind the scenes.Bethany opens up about who Cameron truly was beyond addiction, the progression of his struggles, the impact on family, the search for answers after he disappeared, and the grief that followed after his passing.This episode is for:• Anyone who has loved someone struggling with addiction• Partners trying to balance love with boundaries• Families navigating mental health and substance use• Those grieving the loss of someone they cared deeply for• Anyone searching for understanding, compassion, and connectionCameron’s story reminds us that addiction affects more than one person. It reaches into relationships, families, and futures. Behind every loss is a human story that deserves to be heard.If this episode resonates with you, please like, comment, and subscribe to help us continue sharing stories that matter.🎙️ Logan’s Voice🌐 LogansVoice.org📺 Subscribe for more stories of grief, healing, recovery, and hope💙 You are not alone#StoriesThatMatter #LogansVoice #AddictionAwareness #SubstanceUseDisorder #GriefSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #LoveAndLoss #FentanylAwareness #RecoveryJourney #TraumaticLoss #HealingThroughStorytelling #AddictionRecovery #HopeAfterLoss

Connie's Healing Journey trough Trauma, Addiction, and Recovery

What does recovery really look like after decades of addiction?In this powerful episode of Stories That Matter, Connie shares the truth behind her journey through trauma, active addiction, and the long road back to herself.This is not a polished story.This is real.Connie opens up about the pain that led her to self-medicate, the chaos of addiction, and the daily work it takes to rebuild a life one moment at a time.Her story is raw, honest, and deeply human.And it is proof that recovery is possible.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like behind the scenes of addiction and recovery, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.This episode is for:Those in recoveryFamilies impacted by addictionAnyone struggling in silenceAnyone who needs a reminder that it’s not too late💬 Join the Conversation:What part of Connie’s story resonated with you most? Drop it in the comments.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories that matter:👉 Logan’s Voice💙 Resources & Support:If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone.Visit 👉 https://LogansVoice.org📱 Follow Logan’s Voice:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dougie.ballingerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougieb60/#StoriesThatMatter #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionAwareness #EndTheStigma #LogansVoice

Forest Bathing and the Science of Slowing Down

What if healing doesn’t come from pushing harder… but from slowing down?In this episode of Stories That Matter, a Logan’s Voice series, Doug sits down with Lori Carter, a certified forest bathing guide and Reiki practitioner, to explore how grief lives in the body, not just the mind.Because grief isn’t only emotional.It’s physical.It’s neurological.And sometimes, your body doesn’t feel safe anymore.In this conversation, we break down:• Why grief can feel like anxiety, panic, or exhaustion• How the nervous system responds to loss like a threat• What “forest bathing” really is and why it works• The science behind slowing down and reconnecting with nature• Simple ways to begin healing, even if you feel overwhelmed• How energy work like Reiki can help release what’s stuckThis episode is for anyone carrying grief, stress, or emotional weight that feels too heavy to hold.You are not broken.Your body is trying to protect you.And healing might be closer than you think.If this episode resonates with you, please share it.You never know who needs to hear this today.Lori's links to all the stuffInsta: Interconnected_forest_therapyFacebook: InterconnectedForestTherapyWebsite: https://nwaforesttherapy.com/Book your own private or group session or join one already scheduled: https://www.forestbathingfinder.com/guide-profile/interconnectedft/To book an in person or distance reiki session with me: https://stan.store/interconnectedreiki🌐 Resources and support: https://LogansVoice.org

Nicole Hanners - From Addiction to Peer Recovery

What does recovery really look like?In this powerful episode of Stories That Matter, Nicole Hanners shares her raw and honest journey through addiction and into recovery. This is not a story of perfection. It is a story of resilience, faith, and the courage to choose a different path, one day at a time.Nicole opens up about the struggles, the turning points, and what it truly takes to rebuild a life. Now walking alongside others as a Peer Recovery Specialist, she is living proof that recovery is possible and that there are many paths to the summit.If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation could be the reminder that hope is still alive.Recovery is real. Healing is possible. And no one has to walk this alone.👉 Watch, share, and help us spread awareness👉 Follow Logan’s Voice for more stories that matter🌐 https://LogansVoice.org#LogansVoice #RecoveryIsPossible #EndStigma #StoriesThatMatter