Recovery Couch

08/01/2025

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes you into one of the most chaotic seasons of his life—when everything felt out of control and he was freefalling into addiction, despair, and self-destruction. This chapter of his journey reveals how quickly life can spiral and how dangerous it becomes when shame and hopelessness take the lead.
Through vivid storytelling and honest reflection, Brandon shares what it felt like to hit rock bottom emotionally and spiritually, and the small sparks of grace that kept him from crashing completely. Freefalling is a reminder that even in our darkest descent, God is still reaching for us.

08/01/2025

“I started to trade service for intimacy—service to God, for intimacy with God.” – Michael Thompson

This clip will challenge how you approach your faith. Are you serving to earn God’s love, or resting in a relationship with Him?

🎥 Watch the full conversation (Part 1 of 2) with Michael Thompson on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bh6pqn055nU
Or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

08/01/2025

08/01/2025

My life is a lucid book.
Every chapter is alive with memory—some pages soaked in pain, others shining with redemption. For years, I let the story write itself, drifting through addiction, prison, and the shadows of my past. But somewhere along the way, I woke up inside the narrative. I became aware that I was the author all along.

Now, I turn each page with purpose. I embrace the chapters I once wanted to tear out, because they hold the lessons that made me who I am. And as I write the next pages—with faith, recovery, and hope—I know my story is meant to be read, to inspire, and to remind others that it’s never too late to pick up the pen.

07/31/2025

In this gripping episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes listeners back to the pivotal moment when he first tried speed. What began as a single hit quickly became the spark that fueled years of chaos, addiction, and self-destruction. Brandon shares the rush, the false sense of control, and the eventual unraveling that followed, painting a raw and unfiltered picture of how quickly a life can spiral.
This vulnerable reflection isn’t just about the fall—it’s about understanding the “why” behind addiction, and the hope that even the darkest choices can lead to redemption.

07/31/2025

“The Power of Belonging”

Michael Thompson shares how true belonging can change everything—healing hearts, breaking isolation, and giving us the courage to live authentically.

Watch this powerful short clip now, and catch the full conversation (Part 1 of 2) on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bh6pqn055nU or wherever you listen to podcasts.

07/30/2025

In this episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch opens up about one of the most transformative chapters of his life: his time in prison. Stripped of freedom and forced to face the consequences of his addiction and past decisions, Brandon reflects on the pain, isolation, and hard truths that came with incarceration. Yet, within those walls, seeds of redemption and resilience began to take root. This raw and honest episode reveals how faith, reflection, and a willingness to confront the past laid the foundation for the man he is today.
If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own mistakes, this story is proof that rock bottom can become sacred ground for transformation.

07/30/2025

The Sword of Aragorn isn’t just a weapon—it’s a symbol of identity and calling. ⚔️

In this powerful clip, Michael Thompson unpacks how reclaiming your true identity can change your life. Watch, be inspired, and catch the full Part 1 conversation on The Recovery Couch!

▶️ https://youtu.be/bh6pqn055nU

07/29/2025

From feeling shunned to living united. This clip is just a glimpse of my powerful conversation with Michael Thompson on The Recovery Couch.

If this short moment speaks to you, you won’t want to miss Part 1 of our 2-part conversation on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts! 🎙️

▶️ Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/bh6pqn055nU

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07/29/2025

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Inside the Fire, Brandon Couch takes listeners behind the scenes of one of the most gut-wrenching chapters of his memoir, Step 4: A Journey Through Addiction. Chapter 16, “Lonely,” recounts the dark spiral of isolation, substance abuse, and self-destruction that nearly broke him. Brandon opens up about the crushing weight of hopelessness, the dangerous cycle of misusing prescriptions, and the desperate decisions that led to repeated withdrawals.
Through sharing this chapter, Brandon reveals the pain, shame, and mental battles that defined this season—and the small glimmers of faith that kept him alive. This episode is a reminder that even in the loneliest valleys, healing and redemption are still possible.
🎧 Inside the Fire invites listeners to step into the unspoken moments of recovery, where transformation truly begins.