Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Nathan McLean & Corey Williams
Drugs, Work, & Stress
Drugs, Work, & Stress
Drugs, Work, & Stress
Sunday 3rd September 2023
Nathan and Corey share their experiences with stress, resilience, and returning to work after a hiatus in this engaging episode of the Recovery Machine Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Nathan and Corey share their experiences with the recent forest fires and the challenges of being evacuated
- The episode explores the impact of prolonged stress and anxiety on physical and mental well-being
- The hosts discuss returning to work after a significant period of time off and the challenges it presents
- Insights are offered on resilience, imposter syndrome, radical self-acceptance, and the long-term impact of addiction and recovery on stress tolerance
- The shortcomings of the healthcare system in supporting individuals returning to work are highlighted, urging a more effective and compassionate approach to reintegration
I've been off work for five years. Unbelievable, yeah. Why on earth would you... What are you holding on to? Like, I mean, if you've got, I, you know, obviously it's an excellent time if you've got the time off work and, uh, and, uh, you're fortunate enough to, to have the means to work on yourself and do the stuff that's required to figure out what went wrong with, uh, you know, if you did get into trouble with addiction or fortunate enough to have the means to work on yourself and do the stuff that's required to figure out what went wrong with, uh, you know, if you did get into trouble with addiction or whatever, that's great. But yeah, I mean, there's just, there's so many things you can learn for free right now online. It doesn't have to even be a marketable, just pick something you're interested in just to just to keep your you know uh your mind working and uh and keep your confidence going.
When life throws curveballs like forest fires and high-stress situations, how do you cope? In this heartfelt episode of the Recovery Machine Podcast, hosts Nathan McLean and Corey Williams return after a break to share their personal stories of resilience and stress management. Nathan recounts his harrowing experience with the recent forest fires in British Columbia, detailing the chaos of evacuation, the health risks from toxic air, and the hurdles in managing medication logistics.
Corey, on the other hand, opens up about his own physical and mental health battles during this period, shedding light on how anxiety and uncertainty drained his energy and spirit. Together, they discuss the profound impact prolonged stress can have on both mental and physical well-being. They delve into the challenges of returning to work after a significant break, touching on themes like imposter syndrome and radical self-acceptance.
The episode also takes a critical look at the healthcare system's role in supporting individuals re-entering the workforce after a hiatus, emphasizing the need for more compassionate and effective reintegration strategies. Nathan and Corey’s candid conversation offers valuable insights into the ongoing journey of recovery, resilience, and personal growth. If you’re grappling with stress or looking for inspiration on how to navigate life's toughest moments, this episode is a must-listen.