Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Replay : Recovery in a Pandemic with Mike Studley
Replay : Recovery in a Pandemic with Mike Studley
Replay : Recovery in a Pandemic with Mike Studley
Saturday 17th October 2020
Join Jay Casale as he talks with Mike Studley about his raw journey through addiction recovery during a pandemic on 'The Lighter Side'.
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Get the buttons here!Facing Addiction: Mike Studley's Journey Through Recovery in a Pandemic
It's absolutely a ritual thing, it's like a ritualized sort of yeah, yeah, and you know what's funny, dude, like it's funny, I look back and I'll again, a part of a big part of my recovery is acceptance, like realizing what role I played in all this.
What happens when a lifelong friendship collides with the harsh realities of addiction and recovery? In this heartfelt episode of 'The Lighter Side', Jay Casale sits down with his old friend Mike Studley for an incredibly raw and honest conversation. They reminisce about their shared past and explore the very different paths their lives have taken since then. Mike opens up about his struggles with substance use disorder, sharing his story with an authenticity that’s both moving and enlightening.
Since recording this episode, Mike has faced even more challenges, including an epilepsy diagnosis and mounting medical bills. Despite these hurdles, he’s now one year and sixteen days sober. His journey highlights the importance of acceptance, the role of rituals in maintaining sobriety, and the profound impact trauma can have on addiction. Jay and Mike’s discussion also touches on the significance of self-care in recovery.
Mike’s candid reflections provide valuable insights for anyone dealing with addiction or supporting someone through it. He reminds us that recovery is a daily effort, deeply tied to maintaining one's spiritual condition. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking a genuine look at the struggles and triumphs of addiction recovery, especially during the added pressures of a pandemic.
Tune in to hear Mike's inspiring story and gain a deeper understanding of what it means to fight for sobriety in challenging times.