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  • Reframing Recovery

Reframing Recovery

Tuesday 19th December 2023

Join Susan Stellin and Graham MacIndoe on 'The Mayo Lab Podcast' as they challenge perceptions of addiction and advocate for diverse recovery pathways.
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Reimagining Recovery: New Perspectives and Pathways

Episode Overview

  • Susan Stellin and Graham MacIndoe curated an exhibition titled 'Beyond Addiction, Reframing Recovery' to challenge societal perceptions of recovery.
  • The duo emphasized the importance of diverse narratives and representations in the recovery journey.
  • They advocated for a comprehensive approach, including harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support.
  • Susan and Graham highlighted the multifaceted nature of individuals' experiences in recovery, debunking the notion of recovery being mundane.
  • Their insights showcased an empathetic and transformative perspective, inviting listeners to engage with the diverse realities of recovery and addiction.
If you give people an opportunity to talk about it, whether it's a family member, a friend, their own experiences... whatever little step it is that helps you and gets you further down that path of getting better is the thing that I believe in.
Imagine a world where recovery from addiction isn't just about overcoming substance use but about embracing diverse, supportive pathways. That's the vision Susan Stellin and Graham MacIndoe bring to life in this episode of 'The Mayo Lab Podcast'. Susan, a writer and public health consultant, and Graham, a seasoned photographer and professor, share their journey of curating an exhibition titled 'Beyond Addiction, Reframing Recovery'. Their goal? To shift the narrative from addiction to the multifaceted nature of recovery.
They delve into how their work aims to challenge societal perceptions and highlight the importance of diverse recovery stories. Through imagery and text, they emphasize meeting people where they are, offering various forms of support like harm reduction and treatment. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to rethink how we view recovery, urging us to embrace empathy and understanding for those on their unique journeys.