Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
Nostalgia
Nostalgia
Nostalgia
Thursday 2nd April 2020
Join Graham and Martin as they discuss the dangers of nostalgia in recovery, sharing personal stories and advice on facing emotions head-on.
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Get the buttons here!Nostalgia's Trap: Graham and Martin's Take on Memory and Recovery
Going back to that comfort thing, I suppose yes, but not really. If we dwell on those too long again, we can sort of fall into self pity and want to hide from those horrible emotions that are starting to resurface.
Nostalgia can be a double-edged sword, and in this episode of 'Sideways', hosts Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst explore its potential pitfalls. Recorded before the lockdown, they take a trip down memory lane, recalling the 'good old days' and their numerous charity gigs in the mid-1980s. But it's not all rosy reflections; they highlight how looking back can sometimes gloss over the darker realities of those times.
Martin even shares a hair-raising tale of narrowly escaping a group of skinheads, underscoring how memories can be both vivid and selective. The duo dives into how nostalgia can become a slippery slope, especially for those in recovery. They caution against romanticizing the past to the point where it becomes a crutch, masking the destructive behaviors that were once part of their lives.
Instead, they advocate for facing emotions head-on and using support groups as a way to process these feelings constructively. With their signature blend of humor and honesty, Graham and Martin offer valuable advice for anyone grappling with addiction or seeking to understand the complexities of recovery. Their discussion serves as a reminder that while it's okay to look back, it's crucial to stay grounded in the present and focused on the future.