Altered Attitudes

Altered Attitudes
Altered Attitudes

Addiction trained experts tackle issues around the subject of addiction recovery including alcoholism, drug addiction and behavioural addictions. We will be taking deep dives into both new and old theories. The East Coast Recovery Podcast offers you years of expert advice to supplement your own or a loved ones recovery.

  1. 11/06/2024

    Ex-Criminal Starts Recovery Retreat

    Welcome to another episode of the Altered Attitudes Podcast. Today we have a deeply moving story of transformation and resilience. In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Ricky, a man who overcame a harrowing battle with heroin addiction and criminal behaviour to help found a new recovery centre, Harmony House in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Ricky's story is a testament to the power of recovery and the human spirit's ability to heal and grow. Throughout our conversation, Ricky shares candid insights into the dark periods of his life, starting with how addiction robbed him of everything he held dear. He opens up about the trauma and dysfunction that fuelled his substance abuse, the destructive consequences that followed, and the relentless cycle of history repeating itself. Ricky describes his transformative experience in residential rehab, where he began the long journey of becoming honest with himself and conscious of his actions. He highlights the importance of the 12 Steps programme and how helping others became a crucial part of his own recovery. Ricky's dedication to transmitting recovery and creating a supportive environment for others culminated in the founding of Harmony House. This new adventure stands as a beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction, illustrating that recovery is possible. Don't forget to subscribe to the Altered Attitudes Podcast on your favourite platform. Thank you for listening.

    43 min
  2. 23/02/2024

    A Chef's recipe for sober success

    In this compelling episode, we sit down with David Wilson, a remarkable chef and former client at Rehabs UK, who courageously battled alcoholism in London's restaurant scene. From grappling with anxiety to reaching rock bottom, David shares his journey of self-discovery and sobriety. Delve into the pivotal moments, including his time in rehab, the transformative power of the 12 Steps programme, and the challenges of resuming life as a chef in sobriety. Join us as David reflects on making amends, forgiveness, and navigating the trails of recovery. Discover the inspiring story of how he found a new calling at The Perfect Place to Grow, a cooperative empowering young people in the workforce. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibilities that unfold when we choose a path of recovery. If you enjoyed this episode we recommend watching this one with Professor Luke Trainor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O8xLbzTbxY&t=0s Find out more about A Perfect Place To Grow : https://www.theperfectplacetogrow.org Follow us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49s2oay Twitter / X: https://bit.ly/3SuNVVi Linkedin: https://bit.ly/41Fl95Q Facebook: https://bit.ly/3MChbFZ Book a free assessment on our website - https://rehabsuk.com/contact/ 00:00 Intro 03:50 Struggling with anxiety 06:00 Becoming a Chef 09:30 Realising something had to change - hitting rock bottom 13:35 Going into Rehab 17:30 A power greater than self 20:45 New Years Eve Party in Rehab 25:00 The foundation of the 12 Steps programme, it’s not about God 32:00 Travelling after rehab and finding a new calling35:00 The rise of tomato Dave - giving back to the community37:25 When one door closes, another one opens 41:00 What recovery looks like on a daily basis - one step at a time 52:00 Is the glass half full or half empty? 01:00:00 Learning to cope with difficult situations, break ups and losing jobs. 01:04:00 Making Amends and Forgiveness 01:20:00 Resuming life as a chef in sobriety 01:26:00 The bridge to normal living 01:30:00 Living the dream & accepting life has its challenges 01:40:00 Do I need to change this or accept it? 01:49:00 Closing remarks, the future for Rehabs UK

    2h 1m
  3. 22/01/2024

    The Right to Recovery Bill Could Change Everything! - Annemarie Ward

    In this podcast, we kick off the journey by diving into the controversial topic of anonymity within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Annmarie advocates for recovery rights and we shine a spotlight on The Right to Recovery Bill and tackling addiction's financial toll on society. We challenge perceptions about drug consumption rooms, scrutinise Scottish rehab claims and acknowledge the limitations professionals face. If you enjoyed this episode we recommend watching this one with special guest Clare Kennedy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeO5YLfY0EQ&t=3102s Follow Annmarie Ward: Twitter / X: https://bit.ly/3SlyPBl Favor UK on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3U9mOjo Favor Website: https://bit.ly/3U5R6Uj Favour on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3O4KSAc Follow us: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49s2oay Twitter / X: https://bit.ly/3SuNVVi Linkedin: https://bit.ly/41Fl95Q Facebook: https://bit.ly/3MChbFZ Book a free assessment on our website - https://rehabsuk.com/contact/ Find an AA meeting near you - https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org 00:00 Embarking on the Journey 08:00 The Anonymity in AA 11:45 Annemarie's Foundation 17:00 A Glimpse into AA's Past in 1980s London 20:00 Illuminating a New World Perspective 21:00 "Fake It Till You Make It" 22:00 Steps 4 and 5 28:00 Scotland's and Cocaine: Past and Present 34:00 Decoding Treatment: The Substitute Prescription 37:00 The Unethical Landscape of Methadone Scripts 42:00 Stigma's Surprising Virtue 49:00 Navigating Trust Amidst Relationship Trauma in Recovery 59:00 Rediscovering Life: Drug-Free and Brain Scans 01:05:00 Advocating for the Recovery Rights: The Right to Recovery Bill 01:13:00 The Price Tag of Addiction 01:15:00 Reflections on "Shoulda Woulda Coulda" and Stigma 01:18:00 Debunking the Value of Drug Consumption Rooms 01:22:00 Scrutinising Scottish Rehab Claims: Following the Money Trail 01:28:00 Beyond Lifestyle: Addiction is Not a Choice 01:35:00 The Limitations of Professionals in Solving the Problem 01:38:00 Addressing Poverty: The Sedative Struggle 01:40:00 Revisiting the Right To Recovery Bill 01:45:00 Trailblazers in the Journey of Recovery 01:50:00 Embracing a Life of Service

    1h 50m

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Addiction trained experts tackle issues around the subject of addiction recovery including alcoholism, drug addiction and behavioural addictions. We will be taking deep dives into both new and old theories. The East Coast Recovery Podcast offers you years of expert advice to supplement your own or a loved ones recovery.

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