Breaking the Stigma: Kathryn Burgum's Journey of Recovery and Advocacy
If you're going to erase the addiction, you have to replace it with things of greater value and no greater value than to share your story to inspire somebody else.
Kathryn Burgum, the First Lady of North Dakota, brings a unique and powerful perspective to the 'Addict II Athlete Podcast'. With 20 years of sobriety under her belt, Kathryn knows firsthand the challenges and triumphs of battling addiction. In this heartfelt episode, she sits down with Radio Ronin to discuss her mission to eliminate the shame and stigma surrounding addiction, treating it as the chronic disease it truly is.
Kathryn's approach is deeply personal yet universally relatable, making her story a beacon of hope for many. She emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories to inspire others and normalize conversations about addiction. Kathryn also sheds light on the specific impact of addiction on Native American communities and the need for public-private partnerships to support recovery initiatives. Throughout their conversation, Kathryn and Radio Ronin explore how community and team unity play crucial roles in the recovery process.
This episode isn't just about understanding addiction; it's about transforming lives by replacing addiction with valuable pursuits like health, recreation, and service. Tune in to hear Kathryn's inspiring journey and learn how you can be part of a supportive community that fights addiction together.