Normalizing Recovery
Normalizing Recovery
Recovery Lab Podcast, Episode 105 – When the High Wasn’t the Problem: Escaping Yourself with Brynn Knox
Recovery Lab Podcast, Episode 105 – When the High Wasn’t the Problem: Escaping Yourself with Brynn Knox
Recovery Lab Podcast, Episode 105 – When the High Wasn’t the Problem: Escaping Yourself with Brynn Knox
Sunday 13th April 2025
Brynn Knox shares her journey beyond addiction, highlighting the emotional roots and challenges of recovery in this heartfelt episode of Recovery Lab.
63 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Escaping Yourself: Brynn Knox's Journey Beyond Addiction
Episode Overview
- Addiction often stems from deeper emotional issues like self-avoidance and trauma.
- Sobriety is just the beginning; the real work starts with self-confrontation.
- Community support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Balancing work in the recovery field with personal recovery can be challenging.
- Systemic limitations can hinder effective support for those struggling with addiction.
Sobriety doesn’t end the war. It simply removes the weapons.
In this episode of the Recovery Lab Podcast, David Sugg and Anderson welcome Brynn Knox to share her powerful story. Brynn opens up about her journey through addiction, highlighting that the substances were never the real problem – they were just an escape. She discusses the emotional roots of addiction, including self-avoidance, unhealed trauma, and lingering shame. The conversation dives deep into the challenges faced in recovery and the importance of confronting the self you’ve been running from.
Brynn's experiences as a peer support specialist and her struggles with the limitations of the system provide valuable insights into the complexities of addiction recovery. Her candid reflections on balancing work and personal recovery, as well as the impact of community support, offer hope and practical advice for anyone on a similar path. The episode is filled with heartfelt moments and honest discussions, making it a must-listen for those seeking understanding and inspiration in their own recovery journeys.
Tune in to hear Brynn’s story and learn how sobriety is just the beginning of a lifelong journey towards healing and self-discovery.