The McShin Foundation
The McShin Foundation
Get In The Herd with Alex Bond & Special Guest Julie Funkhouser and Meredith Speir
Get In The Herd with Alex Bond & Special Guest Julie Funkhouser and Meredith Speir
Get In The Herd with Alex Bond & Special Guest Julie Funkhouser and Meredith Speir
Wednesday 14th October 2020
Join Alex Bond with guests Julie Funkhouser and Meredith Speir as they discuss their White House visit and creating change in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Creating Change in Recovery: Insights from the White House Visit
Kindness, love, empathy, compassion - that's what works absolutely.
Ever wondered how a visit to the White House could impact addiction recovery? This episode of 'Get In The Herd' brings together host Alex Bond with special guests Julie Funkhouser, co-founder of Recovery Connection, and Meredith Speir, a woman thriving in long-term recovery. They dive into their recent experience at the White House, where they met with First Lady Melania Trump and Jim Carroll, Director of National Drug Control Policy.
The conversation highlights the importance of peer support, compassion, and individualized recovery paths. Julie and Meredith share their personal journeys and discuss the challenges women face in the recovery process. They also explore the vital role of policy makers in fostering change within the Recovery Community. This episode is a heartfelt discussion about the power of community support, kindness, and empathy in overcoming addiction.
Tune in to hear how these inspiring women are making a difference and learn practical strategies for navigating the treatment system.