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A memoir on drugs and addiction
A memoir on drugs and addiction
A memoir on drugs and addiction
Sunday 22nd September 2019
Philosopher Chris Fleming shares his brutally honest memoir on his 20-year battle with addiction, offering deep insights into the mind of an addict.
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Get the buttons here!Chris Fleming's Journey: A Philosopher's Battle with Addiction
For me, ultimately, any drug that could get me out of it. And so there was often this process of substitution. I'd take whatever I could, whatever I could afford, in whatever amount I could afford to do it in.
Ever wondered what goes on in the mind of someone battling addiction for two decades? In this episode of 'All In The Mind', philosopher and cultural analyst Chris Fleming takes you on a raw and riveting journey through his 20-year struggle with drug addiction. From cannabis to codeine, and alcohol, Chris didn't just dabble; he dove headfirst into the abyss of substance abuse, often finding himself in a haze or blackout.
But what's astonishing is how he managed to produce some of his best work amidst this chaos. His story isn't just about the drugs; it's about the complex thought processes and mental gymnastics that come with addiction. Chris shares how his obsessive-compulsive disorder seemed to vanish when he was using, only to return when he wasn't. He also talks about the phenomenon of substitution, where one drug would replace another, keeping him perpetually in the cycle of addiction.
This episode delves deep into the relationship between drug use and mental health, shedding light on how intertwined they can be. Chris doesn't shy away from discussing the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to understand these issues better. His candid reflections offer a rare glimpse into the mind of an addict, making it clear that addiction is far more than just a physical dependency.
Tune in to hear Chris Fleming's brutally honest memoir and gain insights that are both enlightening and heart-wrenching.