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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction

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  • Dopey 502: The Devil and God, Angels and Demons, Bi Polar Disorder and the Blues with Jason Ricci! Crack! Heroin! Recovery!

Dopey 502: The Devil and God, Angels and Demons, Bi Polar Disorder and the Blues with Jason Ricci! Crack! Heroin! Recovery!

Friday 25th October 2024

Join Jason Ricci as he shares his journey through bipolar disorder, recovery, and spiritual awakening. An episode filled with raw honesty and acoustic blues.
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131 minutes
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Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction
Author:
Dave and Chris
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Jason Ricci's Spiritual Journey: From Bipolar Disorder to Blues

Episode Overview

  • Jason Ricci shares his journey through the last five years of recovery.
  • Discusses living with bipolar disorder and maintaining sobriety.
  • Highlights the importance of community support in recovery.
  • Features acoustic blues performances by Jason Ricci.
  • Includes heartfelt voicemails from members of the Dopey Nation.
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This episode of Dopey brings back fan-favourite guest, harmonica virtuoso Jason Ricci, for a raw and riveting conversation. Jason, known for his candidness and musical talent, shares his journey through the last five years, highlighting the ups and downs of extended recovery. You'll hear about his battles with bipolar disorder, his spiritual awakening, and the struggles he faces daily in maintaining sobriety.
Dave and Jason dive deep into the complexities of living with bipolar disorder while trying to stay clean, touching on the balance between discipline and hedonism. They also discuss the importance of community support and how it has played a crucial role in Jason's recovery. The episode isn't all heavy; there are moments of levity and humour, especially when Jason recounts some of his wild past experiences.
Acoustic blues performances and heartfelt voicemails from the Dopey Nation add an extra layer of authenticity and connection. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the journey, this episode offers a blend of serious reflection and light-hearted banter that makes it a must-listen. Tune in for an honest look at the challenges and triumphs of staying sober.