Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh

Collateral Damage

Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh

  • Collateral Damage Season 2. Ep. 35. (Special Guest - Piers Kaniuka)

Collateral Damage Season 2. Ep. 35. (Special Guest - Piers Kaniuka)

Thursday 9th April 2020

Join Michael Wilson and Maureen Cavanagh as they explore spirituality in addiction recovery with Piers Kaniuka, covering social media and personalized treatment.
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Collateral Damage
Author:
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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Finding Spiritual Balance in Recovery: A Chat with Piers Kaniuka

People were selling me a version of sobriety that wasn't real for Years. And so it wasn't working for me, or I thought I was doing it wrong. And so when someone's using from such a young age and they haven't had that experience, I would imagine it's even more difficult to get them to understand that.
Ever wondered how spirituality can play a role in addiction recovery? In this eye-opening episode of 'Collateral Damage', hosts Michael Wilson and Maureen Cavanagh sit down with Piers Kaniuka, the Director of Spiritual Life at Granite Recovery Centers. With over two decades of experience, Piers shares his journey of integrating spiritual practices into recovery programs, making this episode a must-listen for anyone curious about holistic approaches to addiction treatment.
Piers discusses the unique challenges faced by young people in recovery, especially in the age of social media. He also dives into the ongoing debate between harm reduction and abstinence-based treatments, offering his own perspectives on the disease model of addiction. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Piers emphasizes the importance of a tailored approach to recovery that addresses not just the physical, but also the emotional and spiritual needs of individuals.
This episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice for those navigating the complex path of addiction recovery. Tune in to explore how spirituality can be a guiding light in the journey towards sobriety.