Quick Nick
Quick Nick
36. Transcending Shadows
36. Transcending Shadows
36. Transcending Shadows
Monday 15th May 2023
Listen to an anonymous caller discuss addiction and transgender identity in 'Addicts in the Dark'. A raw, inspiring dialogue on recovery complexities.
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17 minutes
Raw
Honest
Inspiring
Informative
Empowering
About this podcast
Author:
Quick Nick
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Finding Self: Addiction and Identity in a Transgender Journey
Episode Overview
- The caller's journey from early encounters with alcohol and stimulants to the tumultuous battle with addiction
- The impact of addiction on relationships and the experience within the non-trans recovery community
- Challenges faced by transgender individuals in the realm of addiction recovery
- The struggle to seek support and understanding in a society that often fails to affirm and embrace diverse identities
- Exploring the potential for tailored recovery centers for the LGBTQ+ community
My experience in the recovery community is that the best thing in the world is to hear people like you, is to hear your own story.
Picture this: you're battling addiction, but there's another layer to your struggle—your gender identity. In this episode of 'Addicts in the Dark', an anonymous caller shares their poignant story of navigating addiction while also grappling with their transgender identity. Hosted by Quick Nick, this hour-long conversation dives deep into the unique challenges faced by transgender individuals in recovery.
From early encounters with alcohol and stimulants to the impact on personal relationships and the often non-inclusive recovery communities, the caller's journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. This episode doesn't just highlight the battles; it also showcases the resilience and strength required to reclaim one's life and identity amidst the chaos of addiction.
Whether you're directly affected by these issues or seeking to understand them better, this raw and honest dialogue offers a powerful perspective on the intersection of addiction and gender identity.