Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane, Adam Sud
Substance Misuse Makes Perfect Sense: Redefining Addiction and Recovery, with Adam Sud
Substance Misuse Makes Perfect Sense: Redefining Addiction and Recovery, with Adam Sud
Substance Misuse Makes Perfect Sense: Redefining Addiction and Recovery, with Adam Sud
Thursday 27th July 2023
Adam Sud discusses his path from addiction to recovery, highlighting emotional pain and the power of meaningful connections on 'Hopestream'.
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Addiction: Adam Sud's Path from Despair to Hope
Episode Overview
- Understanding the emotional pain driving substance use
- Emphasizing the pivotal role of meaningful connections in recovery
- Advocating for crafting environments conducive to healthy choices
- Reframing addiction as a response to a life lacking meaning and connection
- Offering a compassionate and effective perspective on recovery
The most important thing left to us is a sense that we have people that matter to us and that they see us as someone who matters to them, that we are a valuable part of their world. The threat of that is so profound that it prevents someone from taking that step.
When Brenda Zane stumbled upon Adam Sud's story, she knew his message was one that 'Hopestream' listeners needed to hear. Adam’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After years of battling stimulant and substance abuse, he reached a breaking point that led him to attempt suicide. Thankfully, he survived, and that moment became a turning point in his life. Over the next decade, Adam transformed himself into a behavioral wellness nutrition expert and an international speaker.
He also founded a nonprofit dedicated to studying how nutrition impacts mental health and addiction. Initially, Brenda intended to focus their conversation on food and nutrition. However, as the discussion unfolded, it became clear that Adam had a wealth of insights to share about the deeper motivations behind substance misuse. His truths are sometimes hard to hear but crucial for parents trying to understand their children's struggles.
Adam emphasizes the importance of recognizing the emotional pain that often drives substance use. He also highlights the role of meaningful connections in the recovery process. Through his own experience with a plant-based diet, Adam advocates for creating environments that support healthy choices, rather than relying solely on willpower. His perspective reframes addiction as a response to a life lacking in meaning and connection, offering a compassionate and effective approach to recovery.
This episode is packed with invaluable gems that can help families navigate the challenging journey of addiction and recovery.