Carl Erik Fisher
Carl Erik Fisher
Crafting a Life in Recovery, with Prof. Melissa Febos
Crafting a Life in Recovery, with Prof. Melissa Febos
Crafting a Life in Recovery, with Prof. Melissa Febos
Thursday 14th July 2022
Melissa Febos shares her journey through addiction and how writing has been pivotal in her recovery on 'Flourishing After Addiction'.
66 minutes
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Carl Erik Fisher
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Febos: Crafting Recovery Through Writing
I think the resistance that people have that you were talking about has everything to do with feeling like acknowledging the healing elements of making art that it will dismiss or devalue or erase the aesthetic value of it and the aesthetic pursuit of it, and I have never understood those things as an opposition.
What if your passion could be your lifeline? In this compelling episode of 'Flourishing After Addiction', Carl Erik Fisher sits down with the acclaimed memoirist and essayist, Melissa Febos. Known for her raw honesty and literary prowess, Febos opens up about her tumultuous journey through addiction and how she found solace and strength in writing. This isn't just a story of overcoming addiction; it's about the transformative power of creativity.
Febos shares how her recovery program isn't confined to traditional methods but is deeply intertwined with her creative practice. She talks about the challenges she faced with internal and external criticism and how writing became her sanctuary, helping her to not only survive but thrive. The episode delves into how her definition of recovery has evolved over time and how she uses her craft to process and externalize her experiences.
Whether you're an aspiring writer or someone navigating the path of recovery, Febos' story offers a unique perspective on the healing power of art. Tune in to hear a conversation that's both inspiring and enlightening, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of recovery and the many paths one can take towards a fulfilling life.