Angie Manson
Angie Manson
Angie Manson with Jo Weatherford - Sharing Your Truth
Angie Manson with Jo Weatherford - Sharing Your Truth
Angie Manson with Jo Weatherford - Sharing Your Truth
Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Jo Weatherford shares her journey from Playboy model to addiction recovery advocate with Angie Manson on 'GOING ROGUE'. Listen for insights and hope.
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85 minutes
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Angie Manson
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
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Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Episode Overview
- Angie Manson and Jo Weatherford discuss their personal experiences with addiction and recovery, offering candid insights and reflections.
- The conversation touches upon various topics, including different recovery models, the truth about Suboxone, childhood traumas, and tools for success in recovery.
- They advocate for a more compassionate and holistic approach to addiction treatment and recovery, shedding light on the deeper issues surrounding addiction and the healing process.
- The dialogue offers a message of hope and resilience, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding in the journey of recovery.
- Angie Manson and Jo Weatherford share their personal struggles with addiction, highlighting the complexities and challenges they faced, while also reflecting on the broader issues within the realm of addiction and recovery.
I realized the deeply rooted belief that I think men are only interested in me for sex. I'm going to stop dating for a while and work on that a bit before I start dating until I don't believe that about myself anymore.
Imagine going from the glitz and glamour of being a Playboy model to the depths of addiction, and then rising to become a university professor and addiction recovery advocate. That's Jo Weatherford's incredible story, which she shares with Angie Manson in this heartfelt episode of the 'GOING ROGUE Podcast'. Jo's life took a dramatic turn in her 20s when her partying lifestyle spiraled into drug and alcohol addiction.
After a harrowing arrest and a failed suicide attempt, she knew it was time for a change. She returned to school, earned a master’s degree in Human Development, and spent over a decade teaching about addiction at the University of Nevada. Now, as a renowned TedX speaker, Jo's passion is helping others break free from addiction and live fulfilling lives.
In this episode, Angie and Jo dive into a wide range of topics, from different recovery models to the truth about Suboxone, childhood traumas, and how long cravings really last. They also discuss the power of psychedelic therapy and the importance of connecting with others and sharing your story. Their conversation is raw and real, offering valuable insights into the complexities of addiction and the path to recovery.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with hope, resilience, and practical advice for anyone on the journey to sobriety.