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Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high, and for many of us, nothing is more soothing than a warm chocolate chip cookie or a fresh loaf of sourdough bread. But why is that? What’s really at the root of food obsession, food addiction, disordered eating and the intense food cravings we all have? Today, Nzinga answers questions about our complicated relationships with food, especially during a pandemic.
 
Please note, In Recovery contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. 
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We have two great ways to help ease stress during this strange time.

The Love is Louder Action Center from The Jed Foundation has great resources like breathing exercises, journaling workshops, and a calendar for online concerts/events. Plus, if you go to www.loveislouder.org/recovery, you’ll get tips and trick recaps from the show.

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We also have a podcast we want to share with you called America Interrupted about how coronavirus is changing the way we live. 

Here are some resources from this week’s episode:

The Lighter Side of Weight Loss - With Jay: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1768664906689355/ 

Body Image Resilience Course: https://beautyredefined.org/resources/8-week-body-image-resilience-program/



To follow along with a transcript and/or take notes for friends and family, go to www.lemonadamedia.com/show/in-recovery shortly after the air date.

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Oh, yes, we are going there! A listener left a voicemail about masturbating so frequently that it began to disrupt her academics, her social life, and her relationships. In this episode, Nzinga dives into the stigma and shame around masturbation, what drives sexual compulsions, and how to best support those who find themselves in a similar situation. 
Please note, In Recovery contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. This episode also contains details of sexual assault and rape. 
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Did you know that this show is supported by listeners like you? You can become a member, get exclusive bonus content, and discounted merch at www.lemonadamedia.com/patreon.
Check out a couple of our favorite podcasts below PLUS a discount for some very nice skincare products:


Into America from NBC is a great podcast about politics, policies, and their power over people. Listen here: https://apple.co/2XkCTDY



Back from Broken is another podcast about recovery--the highest highs, the lowest lows, and what it takes to make a comeback. Check it out here: https://apple.co/2ANmO21



Nzinga mentioned trauma therapy in the episode. Here are some to check out:

Somatic Experiencing from Peter Levine

Sensory Motor from Pat Ogden

Compassion Inquiry from Dr. Gabor Maté

EMDR Therapy

To follow along with a transcript and/or take notes for friends and family, go to www.lemonadamedia.com/show/in-recovery shortly after the air date.

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Cindy is a mother of three who was using opioids during each of her pregnancies. She knew it wasn’t healthy for the babies, but she didn’t know how to safely stop. Fearing the doctors would notify authorities, Cindy was afraid to ask for help. Then one day, she made a call to a hotline. This led her to a doctor who gave her the support she needed, and now Cindy is in recovery and wants to share her story. Nzinga goes over some of the options available to pregnant women who are using and gives Cindy a call to check-in. She also shares a bit about how the pandemic has impacted recovery options--both the good and the bad.
If you want to follow along with a transcript, you can find one shortly after the air date at http://www.lemonadamedia.com/show/in-recovery/

Here are some other things you should definitely check out:

This week from MSNBC’s podcast Into America, we hear about the ways the government has failed to track coronavirus in nursing homes that house vulnerable populations. Investigative reporter Susie Kim has tracked the numbers herself, and she breaks them down for us.

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Here are some resources Nzinga mentioned in this week’s episode:

Dona International is an international group of doula’s. On their website, you can search by zip code to see if there is a doula in your area.  

Coming May 18th from the creators of the Last Day podcast, In Recovery will fill the much-needed gap for individuals and their loved ones seeking immediate and long-term support with addiction. Hosted by physician and addiction medicine specialist Dr. Nzinga Harrison, this weekly series will field questions in a radio-style, call-in format from real people struggling with every form of addiction, from drugs and alcohol to work and gambling. In Recovery is also for healthcare providers and anyone committed to a more values-based, comprehensive and compassionate approach to recovery and mental health in America and abroad.