In this episode of the Addict II Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson interviews Scott Strode, founder of The Phoenix, about the transformative power of movement in recovery from addiction. They discuss the importance of bringing recovery into the light, building new identities through physical activity, and the role of forgiveness in healing. Scott shares his personal journey and insights on how community and shared experiences can foster resilience and strength in those recovering from addiction. In this conversation, Blu and Scott explore the transformative journeys of individuals in recovery, emphasizing the importance of community, support, and collective healing. They discuss the ethos of the Phoenix organization, which focuses on lifting each other and creating nurturing spaces for growth. Scott shares insights on endurance events as a means of connection and support, and highlights the significance of his book, 'Rise, Recover, Thrive,' which encapsulates the message of community and healing in recovery.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Recovery and Movement 04:28 The Power of Bringing Recovery into the Light 10:07 Building Identity Through Movement 14:20 Transforming Pain into Strength 22:40 The Role of Forgiveness in Recovery 29:10 Beyond Addiction: Embracing a New Identity 30:10 Transformative Journeys: From Pain to Purpose 33:36 Building a Nurturing Community: The Phoenix Ethos 36:48 The Power of Collective Recovery: A Movement, Not an Organization 40:30 Endurance Events: The Spirit of Support and Connection 48:27 Rise, Recover, Thrive: The Message of Community and Healing

takeaways

• Movement was a key part of my recovery journey.
• Bringing recovery into the light helps combat shame.
• We need to create spaces for people to express their intrinsic strength.
• Community support is crucial in the recovery process.
• Identities can be rebuilt through athletic pursuits.
• Pain can be transformed into strength and motivation.
• We must innovate our approach to addiction recovery.
• Everyone has gifts to share in the recovery community. The journey of recovery can be painful but transformative.
• Coaching offers a different approach than traditional therapy.
• Community support is essential in the recovery process.
• The Phoenix ethos is about lifting each other up.
• Connection is vital for overcoming challenges in recovery.
• Endurance events foster a sense of community and support.
• The Phoenix is a movement, not just an organization.
• Healing is a collective effort, not an individual pursuit.

FOr more information on Scott:

https://www.scottstrode.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottstrode/

https://www.instagram.com/scottstrode/?hl=en

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