In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel answers some listener-submitted questions regarding mental health, advice she'd give to her younger self, and navigating a recovery account.

In the first podcast interview of After the Blackout, Rachel sits down with Jennifer Storm, an advocate for recovery, victim's rights, and trauma-informed healing.

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Visit Jennifer's work at jenniferstorm.com, where you can find her media coverage, social media links, and books on sale now!

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Prod. Riddiman

In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel discusses navigating sobriety with your significant other, takeaways from her own relationship, and how communication plays a vital role in making it a team effort.

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In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel discusses how her relationship with her own mental health developed and key reminders for anyone who is feeling stuck.

In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel discusses boredom in recovery, how she has worked to shift her mindset and perception of "fun," and how self care is a crucial component of this process. 

Show Notes:

Article on Dopamine and Substance Use:
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugs-brains-behavior-science-addiction/drugs-brain

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In this episode, Rachel discusses the concept of people pleasing, how it can affect our well being, and how she has been shifting her mindset and habits towards becoming more authentic in relationships. 

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Instagram:
@therapyforwomen
@nedratawwab
@haileypaigemagee
@natlue

Books:
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Daring Greatly by Dr. Brene Brown

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In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel discusses common misconceptions and stigmatized topics surrounding substance use and recovery, and how they have the potential to shame people into not receiving help or leaving the recovery space entirely. 

Show Notes:

American Addiction Centers Article on Indigenous People + Substance Use:
https://americanaddictioncenters.org/rehab-guide/addiction-statistics/native-americans

Kansas Prevention Collaborative Data on Poverty + Addiction:
http://kansaspreventioncollaborative.org/Document/Assets/Poverty%20and%20Addiction.pdf

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In this episode of After the Blackout, Rachel discusses navigating a social life in recovery, what you may want to prioritize at first, and reframing the hesitation that comes with such a significant lifestyle change.

Instagram Accounts Mentioned:
@therapyforwomen
@nedratawwab

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Prod. Riddiman

As the introductory episode to After the Blackout, meet your hostess Rachel as she talks about her life before recovery, how she finally asked for help, and what she aims to discuss on this podcast.

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