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EP 360: Early Days - Navigating Kratom and Kava, Personal Insights and Warnings
EP 360: Early Days - Navigating Kratom and Kava, Personal Insights and Warnings
EP 360: Early Days - Navigating Kratom and Kava, Personal Insights and Warnings
Monday 3rd June 2024
Michal Charles shares her personal battles with kratom and kava, highlighting their hidden dangers and addictive properties. A must-listen for those in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!The Hidden Dangers of Kava and Kratom: Michal Charles' Story
Episode Overview
- Kratom can act on opioid receptors, leading to severe addiction.
- Withdrawal symptoms from kratom can mirror those of opioid withdrawal.
- Kava can exacerbate anxiety and cause skin reactions like kava dermatitis.
- Both substances pose significant risks for those with a history of addiction.
- Seeking professional help and support groups can be crucial in recovery.
I was sober from alcohol at the time... I was admittedly looking for another way to get high.
In this episode of Sobertown Podcast, Michal Charles, also known as MMC13, takes a break from the usual tips and tricks for early recovery to share her raw and personal experiences with kava and kratom. Michal sheds light on the potential dangers and addictive properties of these lesser-known substances, recounting her own battles with kratom addiction and its significant impact on her life. She also touches on her experience with kava and its adverse effects.
This episode is a heartfelt attempt to educate you about the risks associated with these substances, especially for those with a history of addiction. Michal starts by explaining how she discovered kratom while searching for a 'safer' mind-altering substance after six months of sobriety from alcohol. Initially, kratom provided her with euphoria and pain relief but soon led to severe addiction.
She shares the harrowing details of her withdrawal symptoms, which mirrored those of opioid withdrawal, including insomnia, anxiety, and physical discomfort. Her journey highlights the dangers of kratom, which acts on opioid receptors in the brain. Michal also explores her brief but troubling encounter with kava. Seeking relief from high stress and anxiety, she turned to kava, only to find it exacerbated her anxiety and caused a severe skin reaction known as kava dermatitis.
Her candid account underscores the importance of being cautious with substances that can easily be abused. This episode is a stark reminder of the hidden dangers lurking in seemingly benign substances and serves as an eye-opener for anyone in recovery or those supporting someone in recovery. Michal's story is both a warning and a call to stay informed and cautious. If you're looking for an honest, no-holds-barred discussion on the risks of kava and kratom, this episode is a must-listen.