Giving Voice to Recovery
Giving Voice to Recovery
Recovery, Music and Advocacy with Jeremiah Gardner, Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Recovery, Music and Advocacy with Jeremiah Gardner, Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Recovery, Music and Advocacy with Jeremiah Gardner, Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Tuesday 30th May 2023
Elizabeth Edwards and Jeremiah Gardner share their recovery stories, discuss music’s role in healing, and advocate against addiction stigma.
52 minutes
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Jeremiah Gardner opens up about his pivotal moment, the day he decided to ask for help, leading to a transformative journey of recovery
- They discuss the intersection of recovery, mental health, and creativity in the arts, dispelling myths around substance use and creativity
- Exploration of Dissonance, a non-profit challenging the myths around creativity and substance use, promoting a healthier approach to artistic expression
- Insight into Dissonance Sessions, a YouTube series combining music, stories, and therapy, offering an immersive experience
Anyway, the pivot point was the one that I think is so important for so many people, and that was I asked for help.
What happens when recovery, music, and advocacy collide? In this heartfelt episode of 'Giving Voice to Recovery', Elizabeth Edwards sits down with Jeremiah Gardner from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation to share their unique journeys through addiction and recovery. Both Elizabeth and Jeremiah have navigated the rocky road of addiction, and they openly discuss the life-changing moments that led them to seek help.
Jeremiah recalls the pivotal day he reached out to a friend for support, a decision that set him on the path to sobriety and a fulfilling career dedicated to smashing the stigma of addiction and mental illness. Jeremiah’s multifaceted background as a licensed addiction counselor, media professional, and musician adds depth to their conversation. They dive into how music played a role before, during, and after their recovery journeys.
Together, they challenge the myth that substance use fuels creativity, emphasizing instead the power of vulnerability and authentic experiences in art. The discussion also highlights their mutual admiration for former First Lady Betty Ford, a trailblazer in addiction advocacy. They touch on their work with the nonprofit Dissonance, which creates safe spaces for conversations about mental health and addiction in the arts.
Jeremiah shares insights into the Dissonance Sessions, a YouTube series blending music, storytelling, and therapy to offer viewers an immersive experience. Elizabeth and Jeremiah's candid conversation is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Their stories underscore the transformative nature of asking for help and the profound connection between recovery and creativity.
Tune in to hear how these two advocates are using their voices and talents to inspire change and foster a healthier approach to artistic expression.