Tim and Johanna's Journey: LGBTQIA+ Voices in Recovery
It's been really tricky for me as a queer person to try to navigate those spaces, and it's what it's one of the main main reasons that I am not connected to the recovery community really at all in my personal life outside of work.
Tim Saubers and Johanna Dolan open up about their unique paths to recovery as members of the LGBTQIA+ community in this heartfelt episode of 'Recovery Talk'. Tim, a small Latino man, discusses his struggles with acceptance in traditional recovery spaces, shedding light on the additional hurdles faced by marginalized individuals. Johanna, who is cisgender, Latino, and adopted, shares how her diverse background influenced her recovery journey.
Together, they explore the intersectionality of their experiences and the importance of harm reduction approaches when engaging with corporations. This episode isn't just about personal stories; it's a call to understand and support the needs of underrepresented communities in recovery. Whether you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally, Tim and Johanna's insights offer valuable perspectives on finding acceptance and support in recovery-oriented spaces.
Tune in for an enlightening conversation that highlights both the challenges and triumphs of navigating recovery as an LGBTQIA+ individual.