Pej Alaghamandan

Peji's Recovery Corner

Pej Alaghamandan

  • Being Sober On Suboxone & The Stigma W/ Nicole Ploudre

Being Sober On Suboxone & The Stigma W/ Nicole Ploudre

Tuesday 14th June 2022

Join Pej Alaghamandan as he talks with Nicole Ploudre about her journey to sobriety on Suboxone and breaking the stigma around it.
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Pej Alaghamandan
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Nicole Ploudre: Challenging the Stigma of Suboxone Sobriety

It used to be such a focus of my life that I was like: oh, I got to take my subs this morning, can't forget to take two. That's a fucking horrible feeling to have that you're never going to be able to get off, but you can- and you know what I say- if you are like me and you're struggling to get off, go into a detox.
Ever wondered what it's like to get sober while facing societal stigma? In this episode of 'Peji's Recovery Corner', Pej Alaghamandan sits down with Nicole Ploudre, who shares her candid journey to sobriety on Suboxone. Nicole dives into the complexities of overcoming addiction, including her battles with alcohol and meth, and the unique challenges she faced while pregnant. She doesn’t shy away from discussing the mixed feelings around maintenance medication and the critical role of support systems in recovery.
Nicole’s story is a powerful reminder that sobriety can come in many forms and that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Her experiences highlight the impact of addiction on relationships and the importance of detox as a step toward a healthier life. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that aims to break down the stigma surrounding Suboxone sobriety and offers hope to those navigating similar paths.