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  • Ep 95 RAW Recovery W/ Jaime. Hosted by Dion

Ep 95 RAW Recovery W/ Jaime. Hosted by Dion

Wednesday 27th November 2024

Join Dion and Jaime on RAW Recovery as they discuss prevention, perseverance, and community support in the fight against substance abuse.
63 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Supportive
Empowering

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Hope Dealers Unite: A RAW Recovery Conversation with Jaime

Episode Overview

  • The importance of prevention and community support in recovery.
  • Challenges faced by those providing free recovery resources.
  • Jaime's work with youth through SoCo Clubhouse.
  • The need for justice over revenge in addressing substance abuse.
  • Maintaining integrity in an industry often plagued by exploitation.
"It's really fun until it isn't. And the consequences aren't always worth that amount of fun either."
In this episode of RAW Recovery, Dion welcomes back Jaime for a heartfelt discussion about the importance of prevention, perseverance, and encouragement in the recovery journey. The episode kicks off with a light-hearted chat about Thanksgiving plans, setting a warm and relatable tone. Jaime shares her experiences as a 'Hope Dealer' in Colorado, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of providing free recovery resources in a state that ranks last in recovery services.
She emphasises the importance of community support and the need for justice over revenge in the fight against substance abuse. Jaime also talks about her work with youth through her non-profit, SoCo Clubhouse, and the significant impact of prevention programs like Life Skills and Uprise. The conversation touches on the struggles of maintaining integrity in an industry plagued by exploitation, but Jaime's unwavering commitment to helping others shines through.
This episode is a raw and unfiltered look at the realities of recovery, offering hope and inspiration to anyone on a similar path. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, you'll find valuable insights and encouragement here. Don't miss out on this honest and empowering conversation that reminds us all of the power of community and perseverance.