Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
Memoir of Insomnia, Motherhood, Benzos, and Harm Reduction with Melissa Bond
Memoir of Insomnia, Motherhood, Benzos, and Harm Reduction with Melissa Bond
Memoir of Insomnia, Motherhood, Benzos, and Harm Reduction with Melissa Bond
Thursday 17th August 2023
Join Melissa Bond on 'The One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast' as she shares her journey through insomnia, benzodiazepine addiction, and recovery.
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Bond's Journey: Battling Insomnia and Benzodiazepine Dependence
Episode Overview
- Melissa Bond shares her journey of insomnia and benzodiazepine addiction, offering a fresh perspective on medically induced addiction and recovery.
- The candid and thought-provoking discussion sheds light on the challenges surrounding medically induced addiction, offering hope and understanding to those navigating similar paths.
- The episode delves into the resilience and determination displayed by Melissa, providing inspiration to individuals facing their own recovery journeys.
True art is something where we take in our pain and transform it into something beautiful so it can be used by other people.
Ever wondered what it's like to battle insomnia while grappling with a benzodiazepine addiction? In this episode of 'The One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast', host Arlina Allen sits down with Melissa Bond, an author, speaker, and recovery advocate who knows this struggle all too well. Melissa’s memoir, 'Blood Orange Night: My Journey to The Edge of Madness', sets the stage for a gripping conversation that dives deep into the complexities of medically induced addiction.
Melissa opens up about her experiences with insomnia and how it led to a dependence on benzodiazepines, a class of drugs often prescribed for anxiety and sleep disorders. She sheds light on the often-overlooked nuances of benzo usage and the dangers of unsupervised detox. Through her candid storytelling, Melissa offers valuable insights into the protocols and professional support needed to safely navigate recovery from these substances.
Arlina and Melissa also discuss the broader implications of harm reduction versus abstinence, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on recovery. Melissa's resilience shines through as she shares her journey, offering hope and understanding to anyone facing similar challenges. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking to understand the intricacies of addiction and the paths to healing.