Finding Self in Sobriety: Honour Script's Journey with Trans Identity
I accepted when I left na that I was never going back and I was never going back, whether I was right or whether I was wrong, and I was never going back, even if the alternative was I was going to die of an overdose the way they told me that I would.
What happens when the road to recovery intertwines with the journey of self-discovery? In this episode of 'Not In Vein', Honour Script steps away from the interviewer’s chair to share their own story. Reflecting on themes from previous episodes, Honour delves into the challenges and triumphs of embracing their trans identity while battling addiction and navigating recovery.
With a mix of raw honesty and educational insight, they explore how their gender identity journey ran parallel to their struggles with substance use and eventual recovery. This episode isn’t just about personal revelations; it also casts a critical eye on the transphobia that exists within Narcotics Anonymous, urging for more inclusive support systems.
If you're curious about the intersection of addiction, identity, and recovery, or seeking to understand the unique hurdles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in these spaces, this episode offers a heartfelt and eye-opening perspective.