Kyle Rapps
Kyle Rapps
Alvin
Alvin
Alvin
Monday 31st August 2020
Join Kyle and Emma as they talk to Alvin about using art to navigate recovery and connect with his community. An inspiring story of healing and creativity.
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33 minutes
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Author:
Kyle Rapps
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Alvin's Journey: Healing Through Art and Community
So like, coming from that, that like pride, blackness, you know, and seeing these older black men that remind me visually of my father, live by these other principles and like, have, like a hybrid masculinity, keeping their culture, but like opening up a bit but still being able to be real when it's one-on-one, that's really what kind of held me together until the program really picked me up and I kind of like, did my own thing.
Imagine finding a way to express your struggles and triumphs through a paintbrush. In this episode of Sobersplain, Kyle and Emma chat with Alvin, a black man navigating the ups and downs of early recovery. Alvin discovered painting as a lifeline, turning his emotions into art. One of his first projects? Forty portraits in forty days, each capturing a member of his homegroup in Brooklyn, NYC.
These paintings became more than just images; they were a bridge to his community and family, helping him find purpose and connection. Alvin's story is one of resilience and creativity, showing how art can be a powerful tool for healing. He also shares how the current social climate, especially the Black Lives Matter movement, has influenced his work and his recovery journey. Alvin’s reflections on cultural connections and the importance of family support add depth to his narrative.
With an upcoming art show on the horizon, Alvin is excited to continue sharing his gift and making an impact in his community. Tune in to hear Alvin’s inspiring journey and how he uses art to cope with life’s challenges.