There is HOPE after addiction! Learn about the transformative journey of my guest Atticus Canham-Clyne, who bravely shares his path from addiction to recovery. Atticus opens up about the dark allure of heroin and crack cocaine, revealing how the fear of fentanyl's deadly grip became the catalyst for his recovery. His story isn't just about abstaining from substances; it's about reshaping responses to life's challenges through emotional intelligence and fostering meaningful relationships. In this inspiring podcast interview, Atticus recounts pivotal moments, like a near-fatal incident due to contaminated drug paraphernalia, which underscores the vital role of community and support systems in his recovery. He highlights the importance of choice and the hope found in recovery programs like the 12-step model, showing how these elements can lead to profound personal transformation. His experiences serve as a beacon of hope, illustrating that embracing life over addiction gives rise to a world brimming with possibilities. Join us as we discuss how practices like meditation, prayer, and gratitude can not only support recovery but enhance one's emotional and positive intelligence. Atticus's journey is a testament to the power of changing one's mindset to alter life outcomes. As we wrap up, we invite you to learn more about Atticus’s creative pursuits, including his novel-in-progress that is loosely based on his experiences, and we encourage you to seek the resources and support that are available when you or a loved one is ready to walk the path to recovery. You are not alone.

Notes

Atticus Canham-Clyne

Substack: https://mockingbirdreview.substack.com/

Responsible Statecraft: https://responsiblestatecraft.org/author/atticuscanhamclyne/

Music by The Cars, “Just What I Needed”

There is help and hope:

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: SAMHSA: https://www.samhsa.gov/

National Drug Helpline: drughelpline.org or call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Substance Abuse and Addiction Hotline:

https://drughelpline.org/ or call 844-289-0879

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/ or call 988

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