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Bea Aikens - Founder of Lanie's Hope
Bea Aikens - Founder of Lanie's Hope
Bea Aikens - Founder of Lanie's Hope
Wednesday 17th May 2023
Bea Aikens discusses her journey from gambling addiction to advocacy, emphasizing stigma reduction and support for women in recovery.
Explicit
52 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Supportive
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Bea Aikens shares her personal journey of gambling harm and recovery, emphasizing the need to erase stigma and shame around seeking help.
- The episode highlights the mental and physical toll of gambling addiction, advocating for federal funding for treatment and research.
- The conversation explores the science of gambling addiction and the importance of creating inclusive recovery spaces, especially for women.
- Bea's dedication to advocacy and awareness shines through, making the episode an empowering and informative listen for individuals navigating their recovery journey.
- The discussion encourages open dialogue and support in overcoming gambling addiction, fostering a compassionate and understanding community.
The problem with people in recovery is they're so anonymous, they're invisible. Why are we ashamed of our recovery? We don't have a weakness of character or a moral failing. It's a public health issue.
Bea Aikens, the force behind Lanie's Hope, opens up about her harrowing experience with gambling addiction in this episode of 'The Broke Girl Society'. Hosted by Christina, Bea's story is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact gambling can have on one's life. She candidly discusses the mental and physical toll it took on her, shedding light on the often-overlooked struggles faced by women gamblers.
But Bea's journey doesn't end with her recovery; it transforms into a mission to help others. She founded Lanie's Hope in honor of her sister, turning her personal pain into a beacon of hope for many. Through heartfelt conversations, Bea and Christina emphasize the importance of erasing the stigma and shame associated with seeking help for gambling addiction.
They advocate for more federal funding to support treatment and research, aiming to create a more inclusive and supportive recovery environment for women. This episode isn't just about the struggle; it's about resilience, advocacy, and the power of sharing one's story to inspire others. If you're looking for an episode that combines raw honesty with a message of hope, Bea Aikens' journey is one you won't want to miss.