Pride Institute
Pride Institute
My drug dealer bought my plane ticket to treatment
My drug dealer bought my plane ticket to treatment
My drug dealer bought my plane ticket to treatment
Thursday 4th November 2021
Ross's journey from meth addiction to sobriety highlights chemsex, HIV stigma, and the vital role of community support.
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26 minutes
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Hopeful
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Ross's Journey: From Chemsex to Counseling
The trips to Walmart, to the movies, watching people with more time there, like I, was just a just the sense of possibility and a sense of hope around recovery that was profound for me while I was there, just absolutely profound on rewiring.
Ross's story is a gripping tale of transformation and resilience. Identifying as Queer and demisexual, Ross opens up about his past struggles with meth addiction and his journey to sobriety. Arriving at the Pride Institute with nothing but determination, Ross's experiences shed light on the often-hidden world of the Party & Play scene, also known as chemsex.
He discusses the challenges of living with HIV, the stigma attached to it, and how 'bumper sticker' sayings played a crucial role in his recovery. Now pursuing a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, Ross's path from addiction to academic ambition is nothing short of inspiring. Co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller navigate this compelling narrative, emphasizing the importance of community support and open dialogue in recovery.
Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or simply looking for a story of hope and perseverance, this episode of Proud Voices offers a heartfelt look at overcoming adversity.