Curt Neider and Shelley Mangum
Curt Neider and Shelley Mangum
074 - Megan Powell
074 - Megan Powell
074 - Megan Powell
Thursday 19th August 2021
Megan Powell discusses her journey from personal struggles with Bipolar 1 to supporting others in recovery through empathy and peer support.
48 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
Curt Neider and Shelley Mangum
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
123 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Megan Powell: Embracing Empathy Through Recovery
It's one thing to give treatment and it's a totally another thing to create a community- that this is a lifelong thing and you're going to be there every step of the way, even after they're done with treatment.
Megan Powell's story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of empathy and service in the recovery journey. Growing up with a family member struggling with mental illness, Megan often felt disconnected and unable to relate. Her own diagnosis of Bipolar 1 changed everything, offering her a new perspective on the challenges faced by those with mental health issues.
This episode of the 'Illuminate Recovery Podcast' dives into Megan's path from personal struggle to becoming a beacon of support in the recovery industry. She opens up about the highs and lows of living with Bipolar 1, including the manic episodes and deep depressions that have shaped her life. Megan also shares her experiences with her brother's addiction and how it impacted her understanding of mental health and recovery.
A significant part of Megan's journey involves the value of peer-to-peer support. She discusses how connecting with others who have faced similar struggles has been therapeutic and crucial for long-term recovery. Megan's dedication extends to supporting military servicemen and women, emphasizing the need for specialized communities to aid their recovery process. Her story is a reminder of the importance of community-based resources and the power of volunteering to give back.
Tune in to hear Megan's heartfelt conversation about empathy, healing, and the importance of service in the recovery world.