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Escaping the Cult of Addiction Recovery: Our Interview with Finn
Escaping the Cult of Addiction Recovery: Our Interview with Finn
Escaping the Cult of Addiction Recovery: Our Interview with Finn
Thursday 28th March 2024
Discover Finn's escape from the 'cult' of addiction recovery and learn about The Freedom Model's unique approach to overcoming substance use.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free: Finn's Journey Out of Addiction Treatment
Episode Overview
- Traditional rehab programs can be emotionally abusive.
- Addiction is not a disease, according to The Freedom Model.
- 12-step programs are based on myths with no scientific backing.
- The Freedom Model offers a science-based approach to overcoming substance use.
- Practical tools and workshops are available to help regain control.
I desperately needed to hear that I'm not powerless, and that addiction isn't a disease.
Ever felt trapped in the cycle of addiction recovery programs? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions', hosts Mark and Michelle Shearren sit down with Finn, who shares his incredible journey of breaking free from the 'cult' of addiction treatment. Finn spent 35 years entangled in the traditional rehab and 12-step programs, only to find that these methods often did more harm than good.
He describes the manipulative tactics and emotional abuse he experienced, shedding light on the harsh realities many face in these systems. Finn's story is both shocking and inspiring, as he recounts how he eventually discovered The Freedom Model. This approach challenges the mainstream view of addiction as a disease and offers a science-based method for overcoming substance use without the need for lifelong recovery rituals.
The episode dives into the flawed foundations of traditional programs, including the myths propagated by Alcoholics Anonymous and similar 12-step offshoots. Mark and Michelle also discuss their upcoming workshop, 'The Solution to Addiction', which aims to provide practical tools for those struggling with substance use. They promise to demystify the science behind addiction and offer actionable steps to help individuals regain control over their lives.
If you're tired of the endless cycle of meetings and treatments, this episode offers a refreshing perspective that might just change your life. Tune in to hear Finn's compelling story and learn about an alternative path to freedom from addiction.