Dave and Chris
Dave and Chris
Dopey 178: Beautiful Boy writer David Sheff, Jeremy Turner, Meth, Heroin, Crack, Recovery
Dopey 178: Beautiful Boy writer David Sheff, Jeremy Turner, Meth, Heroin, Crack, Recovery
Dopey 178: Beautiful Boy writer David Sheff, Jeremy Turner, Meth, Heroin, Crack, Recovery
Saturday 16th March 2019
Join David Sheff and Jeremy Turner on Dopey as they share heartfelt stories of addiction, recovery, and family struggles. An episode filled with hope and honesty.
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99 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!David Sheff on Dopey: Navigating Addiction and Family Struggles
I think, most importantly, like you're gonna go to this place, you're gonna meet a ton of new people. But you know, Dave, the mental exercise I've done to prepare for this- and I think I said before we started recording- was I have had to accept that I'm changing everything like I knew I wasn't ready.
Ever wondered how a family copes when addiction hits home? In this eye-opening episode of Dopey, David Sheff, the acclaimed author of 'Beautiful Boy', shares his deeply personal journey through his son's addiction. Sheff opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of guilt, shame, and the challenges of codependency that come with loving someone struggling with addiction.
His candid conversation offers a raw look into the impact of addiction on families and the importance of seeking help and finding joy in recovery. Adding another layer to this compelling episode, Jeremy Turner, a member of the Dopey Nation, calls in the night before heading to rehab. Turner’s story is a poignant reminder of the power of community and the importance of sharing personal experiences.
With new voicemails, emails, and a fresh Dopey tune by Jake from West Virginia, this episode is packed with heartfelt moments and practical insights. Whether you're grappling with addiction yourself or supporting a loved one through their journey, this episode offers a blend of hope, honesty, and community support. Tune in to hear from David Sheff and Jeremy Turner as they discuss the realities of addiction and the path to recovery.