Life is not defined by what breaks us — but by how we rise. Whether you’re healing from trauma, seeking purpose, or learning to trust again, you are not alone. You have the power to overcome.
Born in Iran, Essi Bagheri struggled with addiction and faced various challenges as a refugee before finally reaching his destination in Vancouver. However, he did not let his past define him and instead dedicated his life to helping others who are struggling with addiction. Drawing from his own experiences as an alcoholic, Essi has become a guiding light for those seeking to overcome the darkness of addiction. He offers a tried and tested method to help individuals fight their way towards a brighter future and has also become a skilled public speaker, sharing his story and inspiring others to make positive changes in their own lives.
Welcome to Resiliency Talks. Where we encounter the stories of life – the way it knocks you down, lifts you up, pulls you apart, and makes you want to stop breathing. This show is a collection of overcoming stories and traumatic events from your host Essi Bagheri, and often interviews from special guests who are experts in their field.
From a child sexual assault victim, to a boy soldier, to a teen father, to an adult recovering drug addict, Essi has a lot to talk about regarding, strength, loss, bravery, and hope.
Together we can overcome trauma and addiction! Be the change you wish to see
My message calls people up to be able to live from a place of love, for themselves, their friends, their family, and especially for strangers. Reconnecting with yourself and those around you. I would love to see people really see the people that sit beside them. To go home and love more, to be more grateful, for others to see other people as human beings. I want people to live with love, no matter what is going on in their world. Let’s set examples by living with love, being vulnerable, and expressing feelings of love, kindness, and gratitude. That is what will make the world a better place to live in.
Be the change you wish to see in the world.
Do Not Give Up Now!
If you’re ready to transform your life, start with our holistic approach to wellness. Essi Bagheri is here to help you meet your goals through a personalized wellness plan, with a focus on your individual needs and challenges. Working with clients in Vancouver and beyond.
This powerful collection of personal stories dives deep into what it truly means to overcome. More than just the absence of addiction or trauma, recovery is about healing the inner wounds, reclaiming your worth, and finding the courage to step into life with dignity and purpose.
Each chapter shares raw, honest accounts of people who have faced the darkest parts of themselves — and still chose hope. These are not stories of perfection, but of perseverance. Of falling and rising again. Of discovering strength in struggle and grace in pain.
Resiliency Talks in Recovery offers truth, compassion, and inspiration to anyone on the journey of healing. Whether you’re in recovery yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for stories that remind you what’s possible, this book invites you to walk alongside others and find the strength within your own story.