Ever wondered how mindfulness can reshape your recovery journey? In this episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Maegan Kenney, a recovery coach, clinical interventionist, and the host of The Addictionary podcast. Maegan shares her deeply personal story of overcoming opioid addiction and the transformative power of mindful meditation. The conversation dives into recognizing resentment and stigma, aligning with your true self, and finding peace amidst chaos.

Maegan's insights on healing a fractured sense of self and visualizing unconditional love are both profound and practical. This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about thriving through it by embracing gratitude and continuous self-evolution. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Maegan's journey offers valuable lessons on how to navigate the complexities of healing with grace and authenticity.

Dr. Jason Powers and Maegan Kenney discuss mindfulness, overcoming resentment, and finding peace in addiction recovery on Positive Recovery MD.

Living in Your Truth: Mindfulness and Healing with Maegan Kenney

An encore presentation of one of our favorites => Episode 13 with Maegan Kenney, the Creator and Host of The Addictionary podcast on YouTube, a recovery coach, clinical interventionist, heart-centering meditation teacher, and therapist. We discuss mindful meditation practices, how to recognize resentment & stigma in the addiction recovery process, and what it means to find peace in the chaos. Throughout our discussion, we share how our personal experiences can shape our outlook on life and how to find gratitude in even the midst of chaos and discomfort. Maegan is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in psychology with a focus on consciousness, transpersonal psychology, and alternative medicine. Maegan founded the Opioid Crisis and Advocacy student group at William James College and is passionate to raise awareness about the many pathways towards recovery, which is informed by her personal struggles with opioid addiction.  Topics Discussed <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Learning to align with your integrity </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Taking care of yourself & finding value within </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Recognizing resentment & stigma from addiction recovery</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How to heal a fractured sense of myself  </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Identifying fears & visualizing unconditional love</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How our reactions manifest in our lives</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Using mindfulness meditation throughout the day</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Implementing gratitude & finding peace through the suffering</li> </ul> Connect with Maegan Kenney, M.A.    <ul> <li>Website: <a href= "http://www.theaddictionarypodcast.com/">http://www.theaddictionarypodcast.com</a></li> </ul>   <ul> <li>YouTube <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAddictionaryPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAddictionaryPodcast</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/theaddictionarypodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/theaddictionarypodcast/</a> </li> </ul>     <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/578259293072318">https://www.facebook.com/groups/578259293072318</a>/</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/addictionarypod">https://twitter.com/addictionarypod</a></li> </ul>   Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook Group: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032">https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">YouTube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg"> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg</a> </li> </ul> Connect with Positive Recovery Centers online <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/">https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/">https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/</a></li> </ul>   Contact Positive Recovery Centers If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Call: 877-476-2743</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com">https://positiverecovery.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Services: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/services/">https://positiverecovery.com/services/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">FAQ: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/faq/">https://positiverecovery.com/faq/</a> </li> </ul> --- About Positive Recovery MD Podcast The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery? Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.  Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

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This is the Positive Recovery MD podcast, hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery. This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey.  Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life. To join the community, visit PositiveRecoveryMD.com to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.

If you our someone you know needs help, visit PositiveRecovery.com or call 877-476-2743 to schedule a free assessment. We are here to help.

Positive Recovery MD

Ever wondered how mindfulness can reshape your recovery journey? In this episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Maegan Kenney, a recovery coach, clinical interventionist, and the host of The Addictionary podcast. Maegan shares her deeply personal story of overcoming opioid addiction and the transformative power of mindful meditation. The conversation dives into recognizing resentment and stigma, aligning with your true self, and finding peace amidst chaos.Maegan's insights on healing a fractured sense of self and visualizing unconditional love are both profound and practical. This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about thriving through it by embracing gratitude and continuous self-evolution. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Maegan's journey offers valuable lessons on how to navigate the complexities of healing with grace and authenticity.

Dr. Jason Powers, MD

Positive Recovery MD

ENCORE PRESENTATION: Living in Your Truth, with Maegan Kenney, M.A.

ENCORE PRESENTATION: Living in Your Truth, with Maegan Kenney, M.A.

ENCORE PRESENTATION: Living in Your Truth, with Maegan Kenney, M.A.

Tuesday 29th December 2020

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Living in Your Truth: Mindfulness and Healing with Maegan Kenney