Burn the Stigma’s Recovery Rebellion: Challenging the dogma. Dismantling the stigma. Exposing the BS

Catching up and talking about parts of my past without disease model colored glasses.

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Nadine shares her initial resistance to the program's principles and how she gradually participated despite internal misgivings. She underscores the toxic and limiting effects of the disease model of addiction that AA and NA propagate. Emphasizing self-trust, Nadine highlights the importance of trying alternative recovery methods, including harm reduction and psychedelic therapy. Throughout this episode Tara and Nadine advocate for a personalized, authentic road to recovery rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

In this episode I talk about my experience tabling at the Boston Freedom Rally and my thoughts on turning 40 Monday!

In this episode I sit down with Chad. Chad shares his transformative experiences in his recovery highlighting the importance of finding a path that truly resonates. Join us for an eye-opening conversation that challenges conventional recovery narratives and celebrates diverse paths to healing.

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In this episode I sit down with Gil Gibbs and we discuss his relationship with 12 step. Like most people I have talked to, Gil had a positive experience with 12 step. Find out what changed and made him leave.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Recovery Perspectives

02:40 Personal Experiences with AA and Recovery

05:23 Questioning the 12-Step Paradigm

08:01 The Role of Mental Health in Recovery

11:00 The Impact of Treatment Approaches

14:04 Social Media and Recovery Narratives

16:33 The Need for Harm Reduction

19:21 Anonymity and Its Importance in Recovery

22:15 Concluding Thoughts on Recovery Options

32:54 The Evolving Nature of Anonymity and Privacy

36:59 The Impact of Misinformation on Public Perception

42:47 Challenging the Stigma of Substance Use

48:31 Accountability in Recovery: A Complex Discussion

54:02 The Journey Beyond Traditional Recovery Models

Today I discuss my journey in content creation, reflecting on my slow growth on YouTube and the challenges of editing and consistency. I also delve into the controversy surrounding the OV nasal spray, emphasizing the importance of naloxone in harm reduction.

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In this episode I sit down with Dee-Dee Stout, counselor, educator, and author. Her book Coming to Harm Reduction Kicking & Screaming is now out in a powerful second edition released in March 2025. This updated edition brings fresh stories and expands on themes of radical love, family-focused support, and non‑judgmental care strategies that challenge traditional abstinence‑only models.

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In this conversation, I explore the misconceptions around recovery and substance use while emphasizing how vital self-trust and personal growth are in the process. I talk about my own journey of deprogramming from traditional recovery narratives, the struggles I face with podcasting, and why harm reduction is so necessary in this industry. I also share some of my future plans and highlight why transparency matters so much when addressing the real complexities of addiction.

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In this episode of Recovery Rebellion, I chat with Dr. Stanton Peele, one of the most well-known voices challenging the disease model and the dominance of 12-step thinking in treatment. We talk about building new habits, questioning old beliefs and why it’s so important to look beyond abstinence-only approaches. This is just the start of the conversation, and I’ll definitely be bringing Stanton back on the podcast to go even deeper.

To learn more about Dr. Stanton Peele's Life Process Program visit: www.lifeprocessprogram.com

Just a quick ramble. I have so much more coming your way, thank you for being patient, I promise I am going to get it together!