This is National Men's health week, and I am super excited to have with us today in this episode Jonathan to speak up about men's health and emotional well being! Jonathan is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, & Performance Enhancement Specialist. He is also the founder & Coach of The Recover U Coaching Program for Men in Recovery. We spoke about important topics that many communities struggle to speak up such as alcohol and drug addictions. We also discussed the importance of men emotional wellbeing because it is something not discussed very often. I brought up about my faith into this conversation because as a Muslim female personal trainer, I am aware this alcohol and drug addiction problem exists in so many Muslim communities as it has impacted so many families and individuals. But I realized how hard it is for us to accept this reality and how hard it is for us to speak up about it. There should be no shame because drug and alcohol addictions are a real problem in ALL communities, and it is something that we must address on how to help our Muslim brothers and sisters and everyone from all faiths!  Today's episode discusses the following topics: Jonathan's story on how he got into alcohol and drugs and how he got out of it.  The challenges of being a man and expressing emotions.  Why most men won't stay sober? Jonathan's experience with 12-step program through AA (Alcohol Anonymous)  Why being sober is not enough? The importance of connection! And much more! You can find Jonathan on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/recoverucoaching and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/recover.u To sign up with Jonathan's program, visit www.recoverU.net  If you are someone struggling with this problem or know someone, please do not feel ashamed about yourself. Get out there and seek help! I am here for you and so is Jonathan.  Let's continue on speaking up about these taboo-topics because if we keep hiding them under the rug, we're making the problem worse and worse. We need to confront reality and help others who are struggling in silence! Do not forget, you can find me on social media at BeFit4Akhirah. (www.facebook.com/befit4akhirah) & (www.instagram.com/befit4akhirah)  Thank you for tuning in today, and please share this episode with family and friends! Be Strong. Be Fit. BeFit4Akhirah.