Everybody Has Stuff

In this episode I discuss the show EUPHORIA and my personal feelings about how well it depicts addiction, not only from the use of drugs, but also on the emotional piece and the trauma that perpetuates the addiction.   If you are enjoying my podcast, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Also check out my FB/IG/TikTok account @everybodyhasstuff   **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions**    BUT, if you are in need of some resources or just need support and someone to talk to please don't hesitate to reach out. You can visit my website: WWW.EVERYBODYHASSTUFF.COM   If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Unfortunately getting clean and finding recovery does not mean we are exempt from the ebbs and flows of life. When life gets lifey in recovery, I find myself in a dark place from time to time; the good thing is that I don't let myself stay there. In this episode I'll discuss my struggle over the past few months and how I have been able to get through it without picking up a drug or a drink. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Rachel interviews her wife, Jakki, to get a unique perspective on the experiences of an LCSW in the addiction field. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

This episode touches on both positive and negative experiences I've had with treatment programs including what has worked and what hasn't worked, as well as ways in which I believe treatment for addiction could be improved to create an environment that fosters more success in recovery. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

This is from a LIVE episode I did on my YouTube channel.. a little different than my typical podcast episode, but I hope you all enjoy xoxoxo As a society we LOVE to point fingers and blame people or shame them for their problems. Instead of trying to take into account the struggles/trauma/genetics/developmental issues, etc., that might have led someone down a dark path, we dehumanize them to make ourselves feel better about their suffering (especially if we might have played a role in someone's suffering). NO ONE is to BLAME..we all have the freedom to make our own choices, but to remain in denial about the fact that we don't all impact each other is ignorant and completely delusional. Let's start taking responsibility for our part in interactions and acknowledge that we CAN and SHOULD do BETTER.. AND help people rather than kick them when they're down.. bc it might be YOU struggling one day and wouldn't you want a hand reaching out to you offering you help rather than judgment??.. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

"Addiction is a family disease" - You hear this ALL the time with addiction, especially in recovery or working in the addiction field... so what does this actually mean? In this episode I briefly talk about family dynamics and how the roles that we take on within the family system can create challenges for the family member who is in recovery. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

In this episode I focus on the difference between guilt and shame, and how both play a huge part in the vicious cycle of addiction. I also discuss some different techniques that I've experienced in counseling, as well as some that I have used during my time as a counselor intern with my clients that can and have been useful for dealing with the guilt and shame piece of the addiction. As always, I am not a licensed therapist, but if you are in need of some resources or just need support and someone to talk to please don't hesitate to reach out. You can visit my website www.whatsyourstuff.com or find me on FB/IG/Tik Tok @everybodyhasstuff, Twitter @whatsyourstuff If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Welcome to episode 10! In this episode I bring on my friend from Rhode Island that I grew up with who is a colleague in the addiction and mental health field. Alli works at The Providence Center in Rhode Island and is the Residential Program Manager there. She recently completed her MS in Addiction Counseling at Johnson & Wales University and is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP), Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW). Alli is also certified in problem gambling, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes by the state board. She is passionate about helping others and has plenty of personal and professional experiences that qualify her to do so! Allison is an amazing human being and an ally and an advocate to those of us struggling with mental health and addiction. I can't wait to see all the AMAZING work she will continue to do in this field! Thank you Alli for being on my show.  ***(YOU CAN WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE)*** If you are enjoying my podcast, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Also check out my FB and IG account @everybodyhasstuff   And if anyone would like to get in touch with Alli, you can reach out to me on my website WWW.EVERYBODYHASSTUFF.COM via the information form and I can have her get back to you that way.    **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions**   If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

FIRST LIVE video of my podcast, Everybody Has Stuff! This episode dives into the topic of harm reduction further, as well as explains my own experiences of cross addiction and what cross addiction entails. You can check out the video on YouTube (Everybody Has Stuff) or on my website https://www.everybodyhasstuff.com  If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Is abstinence the right answer for everyone struggling with addiction? Should all substances be decriminalized? And does punishment work for addicts? We are living by an old school mentality when it comes to recovery/rehabilitation and we are failing ourselves, loved ones, and society because of it.  Check out this episode where I discuss these controversial topics! If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Episode 5 dives deeper into Rachel's personal experiences of an 18 year addiction. From a firsthand perspective, Rachel discusses what she has learned throughout her struggles and numerous stays in different levels of treatment - what has worked and what hasn't. **As always, I am NOT a licensed therapist and this should not be substituted for therapy or taken as advice/suggestions** If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Episode 4 looks at labels in the mental health field, including diagnoses. Rachel discusses some of her own diagnoses and how they have both helped and hurt her identity. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

In this episode, we look at why our connections (or lack thereof) to each other portray the quality of our mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Wondering why this podcast is a big deal still? Check out Episode 2 to find out more! If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message

Hi Guys! Here is the very first episode of Everybody Has Stuff! Bear with me, as I am getting used to the audio and editing aspect of this, as well as adjusting to talking for so long lol. Who knew talking for a longer period of time on a mic would be harder than in real life! Anyway, hope you enjoy and can spread the love to friends and family that might benefit from this unique podcast. Much love, Rachel. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everybody-has-stuff/message