Allies in Recovery

Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction

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  • Interview with Bill Carruthers, Part 2

Interview with Bill Carruthers, Part 2

Friday 31st May 2024

Join Bill Carruthers as he shares his journey and insights on cultural sensitivity, connection, and the power of community support in addiction recovery.
27 minutes
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Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
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Allies in Recovery
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Bill Carruthers on Cultural Sensitivity and Connection in Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Highlight the importance of cultural agility in the recovery community
  • Emphasize the power of connection and support in fostering recovery
  • Discuss the impact of language and communication on building genuine connections
  • Explore the role of understanding diverse perspectives in supporting individuals on their recovery journey
  • Share insights on the transformative power of recovery and community in healing
The recovery community, everybody has a right deed and privilege to it, and there's nothing more powerful for either thing than to see us together. You understand. And this is the thing. They may hate it, but don't hate me because you ain't me, because we will be recognized for our good work.
What happens when you combine decades of recovery experience with a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity? You get Bill Carruthers, a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner and a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. In this episode, Bill, who describes himself as 'a person in long-term recovery', shares his journey and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way.
Bill's conversation is a masterclass in the importance of understanding diverse perspectives and how language can either build bridges or create barriers in the recovery community. He delves into the role of trauma in healing and underscores the significance of community support in fostering a nurturing environment for those on their recovery journey. Whether you're in recovery yourself, supporting a loved one, or just curious about the nuances of addiction recovery, Bill's insights offer a refreshing and deeply human perspective.
His experience and dedication shine through as he discusses the transformative power of connection and the need for cultural agility in today's diverse world.