Recovery in the Middle Ages

Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.

Recovery in the Middle Ages

  • From Addiction’s Trance to Recovery’s Dance: A Discussion of Alcohol, Addiction and Public Policy with Grant Boyken

From Addiction’s Trance to Recovery’s Dance: A Discussion of Alcohol, Addiction and Public Policy with Grant Boyken

Tuesday 23rd May 2023

Grant Boyken discusses addiction policies and shares his recovery journey with Mike and Nat on 'Recovery in the Middle Ages'.
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124 minutes
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Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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From Policy to Personal: Grant Boyken on Addiction and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Explore the challenges of maintaining recovery in a society that lacks understanding
  • Delve into the controversies surrounding forced treatment in addiction recovery
  • Discuss personal anecdotes and reflections on addiction and recovery
  • Gain insights into the impact of public policy on addiction treatment
  • Navigate the complexities of family dynamics in the journey of recovery
I can't tell you when I got through COVID with no fevers really... things have been so busy the last few years that, like, when I get sick, like I got sick when I was in California, but then it carried over to when I got back.
What happens when you mix addiction, public policy, and a dash of personal insight? You get a fascinating episode of 'Recovery in the Middle Ages' with Mike and Nat. This time, they're joined by Grant Boyken, the original 'Monkster' and the mind behind soberliningsplaybook.com. Grant dives into the nitty-gritty of current addiction policies, including the hot-button issue of forced treatment.
But it's not all heavy topics; Grant also opens up about his own journey and what's been happening in his life lately. If you're curious about how public policies shape the landscape of addiction and recovery, or if you're looking for some real talk about the challenges and victories in staying sober, this episode is a must-listen. It's a blend of serious discussion and personal stories that make the complex world of addiction a bit more understandable.