Radio Ronin
Radio Ronin
Recreation Therapy
Recreation Therapy
Recreation Therapy
Monday 20th May 2019
Join Coach Blu Robinson and Marissa Robinson as they discuss how recreation therapy can be a powerful tool in addiction recovery.
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52 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Recreation Therapy: Healing Through Play and Connection
As an adult, you have to recreate that through recreation, and that's kind of the cool thing, right? You've got to have your work, you need to have social, you've got recreation, you've got to sleep, you have to eat, you have.
Imagine turning your favorite hobbies into powerful tools for recovery. In this engaging episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu Robinson sits down with Marissa Robinson, the Athletic Director and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Marissa passionately shares how recreation therapy can be a game-changer in the journey to sobriety. Forget the clinical settings for a moment—think of the joy and connection found in simple activities like sports, games, and creative arts.
Marissa delves into her experience using recreation as a therapeutic tool. She explains how these activities not only help in breaking the cycle of addiction but also play a crucial role in building relationships, enhancing communication, and strengthening family bonds. You’ll get to hear real-life examples of how incorporating play and leisure into daily routines can lead to significant emotional and psychological benefits. But it’s not just about having fun.
Marissa highlights the vital role recreational therapists play in addiction treatment. These professionals help individuals rediscover their interests and passions, providing a holistic approach to recovery that goes beyond traditional methods. They advocate for investing time in communities to reshape the perception of addiction, emphasizing that recovery is not just about quitting substances but about rebuilding a fulfilling life. As Marissa puts it, 'As an adult, you have to recreate that through recreation.
You've got to have your work, social life, recreation, sleep, and nutrition.' This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to understand the broader impacts of recreation on mental health and recovery. Tune in to discover how turning play into a purposeful activity can be a cornerstone of healing.