{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/61f4e627ad0a9800120be54a/62175b55c57f57001239e474?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 23: Chris Bilyk- State of Gratitude and the Road to Sobriety","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/61f4e627ad0a9800120be54a/1645697253428-6bb511b4004ad43686f07451be40a634.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome back to TalkingToNobody Podcast! Today, Zane interviews Chris Bilyk, Founder of State of Gratitude: a social impact lifestyle brand centered in creating mindful goods and apparel with the intention of giving back to the community. They do so by allocating a portion of the proceeds to addiction recovery initiatives and giving grants to individuals new to recovery from alcoholism and substance abuse.</p><p><br></p><p>Chris shares his story of the years he battled with substance addiction, his journey towards sobriety, and how he created his new booming business during the pandemic. Living in a state of gratitude has changed his life and now he has repurposed his pain and past experiences to build something that is giving people hope, creating a community, and raising funds for people in addiction recovery. I am so grateful to you, Chris, for sharing your story.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>He has an upcoming retreat in Los Padres National Park in the California Desert April 7-10!  It will be a curated experience packed with yoga, hiking, community meals, meditation, and at night, live DJ sets and campfires. Reserve your spot now at www.stateofgratitudeusa.com. </p><p><br></p><p>Your old pal Grammy comes in at the end to play Guess That Song with Chris! </p><p><br></p><p>If you are struggling with substance abuse, please know you are not alone and there is help. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration website for resources. </p><p>https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline</p><p><br></p><p>Enjoy a FREE 30 Day Audible trial on us! Visit: www.audibletrial.com/nobobody</p><p>Enjoy a FREE First Time Brow Wax from our sponsor, Waxed in LA (@waxedinla on Instagram). DM promo code \"nobody\" to schedule your appointment with Erika</p><p>Use promo code GRAMMY for 15% off all products from State of Gratitude</p><p>www.stateofgratitudeUSA.com</p><p>@state.of.gratitude on Instagram</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"TalkingToNobody Podcast"}