North Dakota's First Lady Kathryn Burgum on Shattering Addiction Stigma
There's a very simple way to eliminate the shame and stigma of the disease of addiction.
Ever wondered how talking openly about addiction can change lives? In this episode of 'Daily Dose of Dr Marry & DD', the hosts sit down with North Dakota's First Lady, Kathryn Burgum, who shares her deeply personal journey with addiction and recovery. Kathryn opens up about the shame and stigma she faced and how it impacted her life. Her message is simple yet powerful: by speaking candidly about addiction, we can start to dismantle the shame surrounding it.
Kathryn also dives into her groundbreaking initiative, the Annual Conference Recovery Reinvented. This event gathers people and organizations committed to ending the stigma of addiction and promoting recovery. She discusses her vision for the conference and its transformative impact on communities in North Dakota and beyond. The conversation doesn't stop there. The hosts and Kathryn explore the importance of building recovery community organizations and the far-reaching effects of addiction on families.
They touch on the power of gratitude and how it has been a cornerstone in their own recovery journeys. This episode is a heartfelt, inspiring discussion that underscores the importance of breaking down barriers and fostering open conversations about addiction. Tune in to hear Kathryn's compelling story and learn how you can be part of the movement to end the stigma.