Stewart Michaelson: There’s Always Hope
In this episode, Jeff and Stewart discuss:
· Stewart’s story and how he got involved in the addiction/recovery community
· Ways in which parents/families both help and hinder individuals with addiction
· Mental Health as a public policy issue
· The importance of environment and of having a safe space with like minded people
Key Takeaways:
· You can’t help somebody who doesn’t want to be helped, they must take the first step
· Addiction is a structural problem, family is a structural solution
· People don’t want to talk about mental health (including addiction) and they think it doesn’t affect them – this is the first part of the problem
· Don’t give up – there’s always hope.
“For anyone who’s in addiction, it’s not a sprint. It’s a long term journey.” — Stewart Michaelson
Connect with Stewart:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jtnnetwork
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jointhenationnetwork/
Website: http://www.askme4myhelp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jointhenationnetwork/
Podcast: Join the Nation Radio – http://www.blogtalkradio.com/jointhenation
Phone: 305-290-6090
Show notes by show producer/podcastologist: Chelsea Taylor-Sturkie
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
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