Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Danielle Schaffer - Using Her Influencer Status in Memory of her Brother - City Girl Gone Mom
Danielle Schaffer - Using Her Influencer Status in Memory of her Brother - City Girl Gone Mom
Danielle Schaffer - Using Her Influencer Status in Memory of her Brother - City Girl Gone Mom
Thursday 21st July 2022
Danielle Schaffer discusses turning her brother's tragic overdose into a mission against the opioid crisis on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'.
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Get the buttons here!Danielle Schaffer: Turning Tragedy into Advocacy Against the Opioid Crisis
Addiction is real, overdose is real, fentanyl is a killer, and you can't turn a blind eye to it.
Imagine losing a loved one to an overdose and channeling that grief into a mission to help others. That's exactly what Danielle Schaffer has done. Known for her vibrant lifestyle blog, City Girl Gone Mom, Danielle is also a dedicated advocate against the opioid crisis, driven by the heartbreaking loss of her brother Scott to a fentanyl overdose in 2018.
In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Danielle opens up about her journey from personal tragedy to public advocacy. Raised in New York City, Danielle holds a master’s degree in education and spent nearly a decade teaching digital media before shifting her focus to family, fashion, and home decor. But it's her role as an activist that takes center stage here.
She discusses the emotional toll of her brother's addiction, the guilt and struggles she faced, and the steps she took to help him while managing her own grief. Danielle's story isn't just about loss; it's about the power of using one's platform for good. She emphasizes the importance of awareness, responsible decision-making, and breaking gender stereotypes in the fight against addiction. She also stresses the need for accessible treatment and the importance of educating oneself about addiction and overdose prevention.
Parents will find her insights particularly valuable as she talks about the crucial role they play in preventing addiction. She encourages open and honest conversations with children about drug use and urges parents to look out for warning signs. Danielle's advocacy work extends beyond her personal story; she is a spokesperson for organizations focused on destigmatizing addiction and raising awareness about overdose prevention.
Her message is clear: addiction can happen to anyone, and it's crucial to lessen the stigma surrounding it. Tune in to hear Danielle Schaffer's heartfelt story and gain valuable insights into combating the opioid crisis.