Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Leading and Living by Example: A Conversation with Vanisha Breault
Leading and Living by Example: A Conversation with Vanisha Breault
Leading and Living by Example: A Conversation with Vanisha Breault
Wednesday 14th April 2021
Vanisha Breault joins Lee Davy to discuss her journey through addiction, focusing on community support and breaking mental health stigmas.
63 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Get the buttons here!Vanisha Breault: Championing Recovery and Breaking Stigmas
It takes gusto to live your recovery out loud, but that is how Vanisha Breault has pledged to live her life—every day.
Vanisha Breault is a force to be reckoned with in the fight against addiction and mental health stigma. As the Founder and CEO of the Terminator Foundation, she has dedicated her life to helping youth overcome addiction through unique methods like triathlon training. In this episode of the '1000 Days Sober Podcast', host Lee Davy sits down with Vanisha to explore her personal journey through addiction and recovery.
Vanisha's story is one of resilience and determination, making her a powerful advocate for change on both local and national levels. Vanisha opens up about her struggles with addiction and how they fueled her passion for social justice. She shares how her experiences led her to establish the Terminator Foundation, which offers one-on-one coaching, mindfulness practices, and a nonjudgmental support system for young people battling addiction. The Foundation also hosts annual conferences and fundraisers to further its mission.
One of the key themes of this episode is the importance of community and connection in the recovery process. Vanisha emphasizes that no one should have to face addiction alone, and she highlights the role of voluntary participation in fostering a supportive environment. She also discusses the challenges of parenting loved ones with addiction, stressing the need for self-care and understanding.
Vanisha's insights are not just for those directly impacted by addiction but also for anyone dealing with trauma, shame, or self-doubt. Her message is clear: recovery is possible, and every individual's journey is valuable and worthy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration and practical advice on overcoming addiction and breaking down mental health stigmas.