KDD Media Company
KDD Media Company
What NOBODY Tells You About Arts Potency in Recovery
What NOBODY Tells You About Arts Potency in Recovery
What NOBODY Tells You About Arts Potency in Recovery
Monday 21st October 2024
Discover how Anonymous Drama uses arts to aid recovery. Mark MacNicol shares his journey and unique approach with host Jason LaChance.
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71 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Anonymous Drama combines drama therapy and psycho-drama for a unique recovery approach.
- Mark MacNicol shares his personal journey and the impact of substance abuse on his family.
- The program focuses on emotional well-being and self-acceptance.
- Storytelling is used as a tool to change personal narratives and improve mental health.
- Anonymous Drama is effective in various settings including recovery groups and prisons.
You know, I used to experiment with chemicals. Now I experiment with life.
Ever thought about how the arts could play a role in recovery? In this episode of 'Knockin’ Doorz Down', host Jason LaChance chats with Mark MacNicol, the creative mind behind Anonymous Drama. Mark’s innovative approach blends elements of drama therapy and psycho-drama, all while keeping things 'in character' to create a safe space for participants. If you’ve ever felt like traditional therapy isn’t your thing, this episode might just change your mind.
Mark shares his personal journey, including the impact of substance abuse on his family and how he transformed his own victim mentality. You’ll hear about the unique ways Anonymous Drama helps people in recovery, prisons, and mental health groups by focusing on emotional well-being and self-acceptance. The conversation dives into the power of storytelling and how changing the narrative in your head can lead to better mental health.
It’s an eye-opener for anyone looking to explore alternative methods for healing and self-discovery. By the end, you’ll be inspired to think differently about your own story and perhaps even consider a bit of drama in your life – the therapeutic kind, of course! So, if you’re ready for a fresh perspective on recovery, this episode is a must-listen.