Dr. Jason Powers, MD
Positive Recovery MD
EPISODE 15: How to Embrace Your Community in Recovery, with Chris Davis, LCDC
EPISODE 15: How to Embrace Your Community in Recovery, with Chris Davis, LCDC
EPISODE 15: How to Embrace Your Community in Recovery, with Chris Davis, LCDC
Tuesday 15th September 2020
Chris Davis joins Positive Recovery MD to discuss community support, sponsorship, and personal growth in addiction recovery.
43 minutes
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Dr. Jason Powers, MD
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Get the buttons here!Chris Davis on Building Strong Recovery Communities
Individuals thrive in communities where accountability and authentic conversations allow each person an opportunity to learn from one another.
What makes a community truly powerful in the journey of addiction recovery? Chris Davis, a seasoned Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, joins Dr. Jason Powers in this episode of Positive Recovery MD to shed light on the transformative role of community support. With 26 years of experience, Chris shares his personal battle with addiction and how a supportive community helped him navigate not only his struggles but also his mother's addiction.
The conversation dives deep into the significance of setting healthy boundaries and understanding the pitfalls of enmeshment and codependency in relationships. Chris opens up about his adolescence, marked by the absence of parental roles, and how this shaped his understanding of codependency. His insights offer a unique perspective on how to foster healthy relationships while maintaining personal growth. One-on-one sponsorship emerges as a key theme, highlighting how these relationships can fortify one's recovery journey. Chris and Dr.
Powers discuss the value of authentic conversations and accountability within a community, emphasizing that individuals thrive when they can learn from each other's experiences. Group therapy also takes center stage as Chris elaborates on its benefits. Being part of a peer group can provide a safe space to work through depression, grief, and family dynamics. Intensive outpatient programs are highlighted as particularly effective, offering structured support and opportunities for deep personal work.
The episode wraps up with a focus on using character strengths to thrive in recovery. Chris encourages listeners to tap into their unique strengths daily and reflect on their experiences through journaling. This practice not only fosters a positive mindset but also helps individuals recognize and build on what is right within themselves. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the power of community, the importance of boundaries, and the role of personal strengths in addiction recovery.
Chris Davis's candid reflections and practical advice make this a must-listen for anyone seeking support and growth on their recovery journey.