Corey Winfield
Corey Winfield
October 24th, 2024 - Addiction Talk
October 24th, 2024 - Addiction Talk
October 24th, 2024 - Addiction Talk
Thursday 24th October 2024
Corey Winfield and Justin Burke discuss addiction's impact on the brain, raising teenagers, and the emotional journey of recovery with humour and honesty.
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50 minutes
Informative
Honest
Engaging
Supportive
Humorous
About this podcast
Author:
Corey Winfield
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Financial Health in Recovery
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Addiction significantly impacts brain chemistry, particularly dopamine levels.
- Relapse should be seen as part of addiction, not recovery.
- Empathy and understanding are crucial in supporting those in recovery.
- Parenting teenagers can be especially challenging during recovery.
- Humour can be a valuable tool in navigating the ups and downs of recovery.
Relapse is part of addiction, not recovery.
In this engaging episode of the 217 Recovery Podcast, Corey Winfield and guest Justin Burke dive into the complexities of addiction and its impact on the brain. The conversation kicks off with light-hearted banter about everyday quirks, such as the mysterious microwave clock reset, before shifting to more serious topics like raising teenagers and the emotional rollercoaster of addiction recovery.
Justin shares his personal struggles with raising his daughter, highlighting the challenges of setting new standards after years of inconsistent parenting. Corey adds his own anecdotes, painting a vivid picture of his upbringing and early career aspirations in radio. The duo also explores how addiction affects brain chemistry, discussing the 'pink cloud' phenomenon and the harsh reality of dopamine depletion.
They touch on the importance of empathy and understanding in recovery, stressing that relapse is a part of addiction, not recovery. The episode is peppered with humour and raw honesty, making it both relatable and informative. Whether you're navigating your own recovery journey or supporting a loved one, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt advice.