Confronting the Opioid Crisis: Voices of Change
Episode Overview
Addressing the opioid epidemic with urgency and compassion. Highlighting Addict II Athlete's core values for recovery. Practical tips for managing anxiety through mindfulness and grounding. Encouraging community support and collective action. Savannah Robinson's impactful speech on breaking the silence.
It's time to break the silence and address the opioid epidemic head-on.
Blu Robinson and Marissa Robinson bring a powerful episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, tackling the opioid epidemic head-on. This episode features a compelling speech adapted from Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'A Time to Break Silence', highlighting the urgency of addressing the opioid crisis. Blu and Marissa discuss the staggering statistic of 301 daily deaths from opioid overdoses, both legal and illegal.
They revisit the core values of Addict II Athlete, emphasizing the importance of community support and collective action in recovery. The episode also touches on practical strategies for managing anxiety, with advice on mindfulness and grounding techniques. Savannah Robinson’s poignant delivery of her adapted speech adds an emotional layer, urging listeners to become more involved and proactive in combating the opioid epidemic.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking to understand more about addiction and mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt encouragement. Tune in to learn how you can turn your struggles into a message of hope and recovery.