Everybody Has Stuff

Is abstinence the right answer for everyone struggling with addiction? Should all substances be decriminalized? And does punishment work for addicts? We are living by an old school mentality when it comes to recovery/rehabilitation and we are failing ourselves, loved ones, and society because of it.  Check out this episode where I discuss these controversial topics!

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Episode 5 dives deeper into Rachel's personal experiences of an 18 year addiction. From a firsthand perspective, Rachel discusses what she has learned throughout her struggles and numerous stays in different levels of treatment - what has worked and what hasn't.

**As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions**

If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, please call 9-1-1 or reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255

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Episode 5 dives deeper into Rachel's personal experiences of an 18 year addiction. From a firsthand perspective, Rachel discusses what she has learned throughout her struggles and numerous stays in different levels of treatment - what has worked and what hasn't. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Episode 4 looks at labels in the mental health field, including diagnoses. Rachel discusses some of her own diagnoses and how they have both helped and hurt her identity. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/everybody-has-stuff/message

Episode 4 looks at labels in the mental health field, including diagnoses. Rachel discusses some of her own diagnoses and how they have both helped and hurt her identity. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

In this episode, we look at why our connections (or lack thereof) to each other portray the quality of our mental health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/everybody-has-stuff/message

In this episode, we look at why our connections (or lack thereof) to each other portray the quality of our mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Wondering why this podcast is a big deal still? Check out Episode 2 to find out more!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/everybody-has-stuff/message

Wondering why this podcast is a big deal still? Check out Episode 2 to find out more! If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Hi Guys! Here is the very first episode of Everybody Has Stuff! Bear with me, as I am getting used to the audio and editing aspect of this, as well as adjusting to talking for so long lol. Who knew talking for a longer period of time on a mic would be harder than in real life! Anyway, hope you enjoy and can spread the love to friends and family that might benefit from this unique podcast. Much love, Rachel. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message