EP 066 - "Navigating the Storm: From Anger to Healing" Read By Patricia Rae - Written By Joshua Young

Recovery Advocate Network: Coffee & Conversation

In episode #66, Patricia Rae will read Joshua Young’s blog post, "Navigating the Storm: From Anger to Healing.” Patricia is an actor/producer born in New York City. She first studied acting at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theater Institute in New York at 19. Her first feature film role was in the cult classic "Swimfan," and her first major supporting role was in the Oscar-nominated film "Maria Full of Grace," as well as appearing in “The Big Wedding” alongside Robert De Niro and Diane Keaton. She has appeared in many TV Shows, including NCSI: Los Angeles, Blue Bloods, Law & Order, and The Mentalist, to name a few, but her first long recurring role was as Judge Abigail Delgado on the CBS TV series, "All Rise." Patricia also hosts a podcast called “Believe This” where she and her co-host debate hot topic issues from their different perspectives. You can listen to “Believe This” on any major podcast platform. You can learn more about the guest in the show notes.

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About the Author:

Joshua is an Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase and is the National Operations Manager for Commercial Real Estate. He has spent over 3 decades in banking, primarily in the finance space, working in Sales, Credit, Portfolio Management, Technology, and Operations. He is a public speaker for JPMorgan Chase, speaking to audiences about Quality Control, Communication, and On-Time Delivery. Joshua has also spent many years on non-profit boards, most recently terming out as a Board Member for Make-A-Wish (Orange County/Inland Empire).

Joshua is the author of “Craving Recovery,” which describes his firsthand experience in a treatment facility and life afterward, and “Craving Identity.” An avid writer, Joshua already has another book on the way and writes blogs for Recovery Advocate Network on various topics, ranging from mental health disorders to childhood trauma and recovery. He also speaks at numerous recovery and treatment centers and support groups and is passionate about sharing his experience, strength, and hope.

Joshua resides in Laguna Niguel, CA, and loves to spend time with his wife, four kids, and two dogs. He is also a PA Announcer for the San Juan Hills High School Football program.