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Sober Dad Crew Episode 83: Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds: Facing Addiction and Mental Health Issues Unconditional Love & Support For Individuals With Unconditional Love
My guest this episode is Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, President and CEO of the Family and Children’s Association, a two-time cancer survivor, marathon runner, triathlete, and author of Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training Into Cancer Triumph. Dr. Reynolds shares his journey as a cancer survivor and his extensive work in the non-profit sector, focusing on substance use and mental health. He discusses the disparities in healthcare access, the importance of harm reduction, and the impact of technology on youth mental health. Dr. Reynolds also reflects on his personal experiences with spirituality and the evolution of his relationships with friends during his health challenges. The discussion emphasizes the need for unconditional love and support for individuals facing addiction and mental health issues.
Takeaways
- Dr. Reynolds emphasizes the importance of wanting to parent differently from his own upbringing.
- He highlights the significant impact of his childhood experiences on his career choice.
- The conversation reveals the challenges faced in the non-profit sector, especially in addiction treatment.
- Dr. Reynolds shares his personal journey through cancer and its influence on his perspective on life.
- He advocates for routine screenings and early detection of health issues.
- The discussion touches on the disparities in healthcare access for marginalized communities.
- Dr. Reynolds stresses the importance of harm reduction in addressing substance use disorders.
- He discusses the mental health challenges faced by youth today, exacerbated by technology.
- The conversation explores the intersection of spirituality and personal growth during health crises.
- Dr. Reynolds calls for a more compassionate approach to addiction treatment, focusing on unconditional love.
Support the show
Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and share Sober Dad Crew with folks.
Sober Dad Crew is an independent, DIY production created by Stephen Kimball, who writes, records, and produces the podcast. To learn more, please visit soberdadcrew.com. Copyright 2025.
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My guest this episode is Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, President and CEO of the Family and Children’s Association, a two-time cancer survivor, marathon runner, triathlete, and author of Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training Into Cancer Triumph. Dr. Reynolds shares his journey as a cancer survivor and his extensive work in the non-profit sector, focusing on substance use and mental health. He discusses the disparities in healthcare access, the importance of harm reduction, and the impact of technology on youth mental health. Dr. Reynolds also reflects on his personal experiences with spirituality and the evolution of his relationships with friends during his health challenges. The discussion emphasizes the need for unconditional love and support for individuals facing addiction and mental health issues.
Takeaways
- Dr. Reynolds emphasizes the importance of wanting to parent differently from his own upbringing.
- He highlights the significant impact of his childhood experiences on his career choice.
- The conversation reveals the challenges faced in the non-profit sector, especially in addiction treatment.
- Dr. Reynolds shares his personal journey through cancer and its influence on his perspective on life.
- He advocates for routine screenings and early detection of health issues.
- The discussion touches on the disparities in healthcare access for marginalized communities.
- Dr. Reynolds stresses the importance of harm reduction in addressing substance use disorders.
- He discusses the mental health challenges faced by youth today, exacerbated by technology.
- The conversation explores the intersection of spirituality and personal growth during health crises.
- Dr. Reynolds calls for a more compassionate approach to addiction treatment, focusing on unconditional love.
Support the show
Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and share Sober Dad Crew with folks.
Sober Dad Crew is an independent, DIY production created by Stephen Kimball, who writes, records, and produces the podcast. To learn more, please visit soberdadcrew.com. Copyright 2025.
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