Neil Scott

Recovery Coast to Coast

Neil Scott

  • NY Times Best-selling author JA Jance and former US Representative Patrick Kennedy talk about fictional and real recovery!

NY Times Best-selling author JA Jance and former US Representative Patrick Kennedy talk about fictional and real recovery!

Saturday 30th April 2022

JA Jance and Patrick Kennedy discuss their paths from addiction to recovery, highlighting the importance of gratitude and advocacy on 'Recovery Coast to Coast'.
46 minutes
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Recovery Coast to Coast
Author:
Neil Scott
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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JA Jance and Patrick Kennedy: From Addiction to Advocacy

The bright side of addiction is recovery
What happens when a best-selling author and a former U.S. Representative sit down to discuss their journeys through addiction and recovery? In this episode of 'Recovery Coast to Coast', Neil Scott brings together JA Jance, famed for her gripping novels, and Patrick Kennedy, a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction recovery. Jance opens up about her character 'JP Beaumont', a hard-drinking cop who hits rock bottom and starts his path to sobriety.
Through her storytelling, she sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the hope that recovery brings. Kennedy shares his personal battle with addiction, reflecting on how it shaped his career in public service and his ongoing efforts to reduce stigma around mental health. Both guests delve into how addiction impacts relationships and creativity, emphasizing the transformative power of gratitude and kindness.
This episode isn't just about their stories; it's a treasure trove of insights for anyone touched by addiction, offering hope, understanding, and practical advice.