#66 Brad Wetzler: Writing Memoir to Heal Trauma, Transform your Life: A Spiritual Journey

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Host: Caryl Westmore
Guest: Brad Wetzler

Brad Wetzler travelled the world as an acclaimed journalist writing for The New York Times, National Geographic, Newsweek, GQ, and other prestigious publications.
But his fame masked a dark side: childhood trauma, PSTD and addiction to prescription drugs that almost killed him.

Brad’s story is one of adventure, trauma, and ultimately, healing through writing. From being a celebrated travel journalist to struggling with misdiagnosed mental health conditions and overmedication, Brad shares his deeply personal journey of transformation.

Brad's memoir, Into the Soul of the World: My Journey to Healing, helped him process past trauma and PSTD so that he ended up reclaiming his true self. Brad shares the healing power of yoga, travel, and spirituality—including an extraordinary experience with a 100-year-old yogi in India.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in memoir writing, healing through storytelling, and finding hope after trauma.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The pivotal moment in Brad’s childhood that led to years of trauma
✅ How a misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder shaped his life—and how he found healing
✅ How travel and yoga played a crucial role in his recovery
✅ The profound impact of writing a memoir as a healing tool
✅ The spiritual awakening Brad experienced in India with a 100-year-old yogi
✅ Why writing your own healing memoir can be life-changing

Connect with Brad Wetzler:
🔗 Website: bradwetzler.com
📸 Instagram: @bradwetzler
📘 Facebook: @bradwetzler

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

📖 Into the Soul of the World: My Journey to Healing by Brad Wetzler – Get it here
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