How The Human Voice Can Heal Yourself
How The Human Voice Can Heal Yourself  
Podcast: I Love Being Sober
Published On: Tue Mar 10 2026
Description: In this powerful episode of I Love Being Sober, Tim Westbrook sits down with award-winning singer/songwriter, vocal coach, and woman in recovery Shylah Ray Sunshine for an honest conversation about sobriety, childhood trauma, motherhood, and the healing power of the human voice.Raised by parents struggling with alcoholism, Shylah shares how early exposure to addiction shaped her life — and how finding 12-step recovery helped her break generational patterns and begin deep emotional healing. She opens up about becoming a mother while navigating her own trauma recovery, balancing career and spiritual growth, and what it truly means to “come home to yourself.”Together, Tim and Shylah explore:Growing up in an alcoholic household and finding recoveryThe role of 12-step programs in healing traumaBreaking generational cycles through sobrietyMotherhood and recoveryQuitting smoking and reclaiming the physical voiceHow trauma lives in the body — and in the voiceMusic as medicine and facilitating healing through soundUsing breath, vibration, and expression as tools for transformationShylah also shares insights from her work as a professional vocal coach and creator of Soul Voice Singing, explaining how reconnecting with your voice can unlock emotional freedom, self-expression, and spiritual alignment. This episode bridges addiction recovery, trauma healing, creativity, and spirituality — offering hope and practical insight for anyone seeking deeper healing. If you’ve ever struggled to speak your truth, break unhealthy patterns, or reconnect with your authentic self, this conversation is for you.About the GuestShylah Ray Sunshine is a multi-award-winning Neo-Soul and R&B artist, DJ, professional vocal coach, and proud First Nations Algonquin woman based in Los Angeles. Her music has been shared worldwide, and her work focuses on healing, empowerment, and authentic expression.Learn more about Shylah Ray Sunshine and her Soul Voice Singing work at:www.shylahraysunshine.comClick Here for more information about Camelback Recovery