Independence Blue Cross Foundation
Independence Blue Cross
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Connection (Malik & Lisa K.)
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Connection (Malik & Lisa K.)
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together: Connection (Malik & Lisa K.)
Wednesday 3rd April 2019
Malik and Lisa reveal how art helped them overcome opioid addiction and reduce stigma in this heartfelt 'Someone You Know' episode.
31 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
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Independence Blue Cross Foundation
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Art and Healing: Malik and Lisa's Journey Through Opioid Recovery
I've seen strangers walk up to me and say: hey, I saw you on the bus. I really didn't want to do it just because, like you said, the stigma that is out there... Then maybe they felt a different way afterwards. So then that gives me a chance to like educate them about it and say: you can get it too from your pharmacy.
Imagine finding a lifeline in art while battling the grip of opioid addiction. That's precisely what happened to Malik and Lisa, two artists with different stories but a shared passion. In this episode of 'Someone You Know', they open up about their struggles and triumphs, revealing how art became their connection and salvation. Malik and Lisa's journeys through the opioid crisis are both unique and profoundly relatable.
They discuss the heavy stigma surrounding opioid use disorder and how it often silences those who need help the most. Yet, through their involvement in the Someone You Know campaign, they found not just a voice but a community that understands and supports them. Hosted by Heather Major, this episode dives deep into the personal challenges Malik and Lisa faced, as well as the victories they've celebrated along the way.
Their stories remind us that recovery is within reach and that help is always available. It's a heartfelt conversation that underscores the power of human connection and creativity in overcoming adversity. If you're looking for inspiration or trying to understand more about the opioid crisis, this episode offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those fighting to reclaim their futures.