Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
I May Destroy You + Radical Empathy
I May Destroy You + Radical Empathy
I May Destroy You + Radical Empathy
Sunday 5th December 2021
Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele discuss addiction, drug use, and radical empathy inspired by 'I May Destroy You'.
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Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Radical Empathy and Addiction: Insights from 'I May Destroy You'
If our job is to help people put things in better perspective when it comes to drugs or addiction, well, on one hand people take drugs, and well, I mean just look at these television. People who are will talk sensibly about what drugs really are like.
What if the way we approach addiction is all wrong? In this thought-provoking episode of the LPP Podcast, hosts Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele dive into the complexities of addiction and empathy through the lens of the hit TV show 'I May Destroy You'. The show, which follows a millennial woman navigating her tumultuous relationship with drugs, serves as a springboard for a deeper discussion on how society perceives addiction and those who struggle with it. Zach and Dr.
Peele dissect America's persistent belief that opioids are inevitably addictive, a narrative they argue is both misleading and dangerous. With over 100,000 drug-related deaths each year, they challenge this misconception and explore alternative viewpoints that might offer more hope and understanding. They highlight how 'I May Destroy You' portrays a character who, despite her drug use, manages to survive and even thrive, offering a more nuanced picture of addiction than the often one-dimensional portrayals seen in media.
The episode also tackles the concept of 'radical empathy', urging listeners to adopt a more compassionate approach when dealing with those struggling with addiction. They discuss how suicide prevention specialists are now saying to those who attempt suicide, 'I understand why you want to kill yourself', emphasizing the importance of working within the cognitive framework of those in distress.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of addiction and the power of empathy in fostering recovery. Zach and Dr. Peele's engaging conversation provides valuable insights and practical advice for creating safe spaces where individuals can seek help and support without judgment. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on addiction and recovery.