Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Christiana Kimmich, Ashley Loeb Blassingame)
ATE #24.5 | After the Episode: Cults, the Desire to Belong & the Power of Community
ATE #24.5 | After the Episode: Cults, the Desire to Belong & the Power of Community
ATE #24.5 | After the Episode: Cults, the Desire to Belong & the Power of Community
Wednesday 9th October 2019
Ashley and Christiana discuss belonging, trauma, and community's role in recovery on 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'. Listen for insights and support.
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49 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Thought-provoking
Supportive
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Author:
Ashley Loeb Blassingame
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Finding Belonging and Healing: A Deep Dive into Community Power
At the end of the day, that's how this stuff happens - is that people have a need that they ignore or that they can't get met and they find a way.
What makes us crave a sense of belonging, and how does community shape our recovery journey? In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', hosts Ashley Loeb Blassingame and Christiana Kimmich revisit the powerful themes from Jen Elizabeth's story. They explore the intricate dynamics of cults, the deep-seated human desire to belong, and the transformative power of community support.
Ashley and Christiana also shed light on how trauma influences coping mechanisms and the crucial role of addressing substance use realistically. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as they discuss the lasting impact of childhood abuse on adult experiences and the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability. They highlight the need to empower children to protect themselves and critique the limitations of traditional anti-drug campaigns.
With a blend of empathy and practical advice, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone on their recovery journey. Whether you're seeking support or looking to understand the complexities of addiction and recovery, this discussion is both enlightening and comforting.