Artists For Addicts
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Using art as a force for good to change the global conversation surrounding addiction - from one of judgement to one of compassion.
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Joined October 2022
Hi everyone. Artists For Addicts was created from the realization that many artists suffer from addiction, which also makes them uniquely qualified to heal it. Thanks for joining us - let's change the conversation together.
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Written by Ken Wells, author, poet, blogger and addiction specialist. Ken has worked as a leader with pioneers in the field of addiction treatment for 28 years. Subscribe to read more stories at Genius Recovery https://t.co/Mbz80hhgmm
#addiction #recovery
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5/ In conclusion, by being present in our conversations, listening with curiosity, and cultivating vulnerability and trust, we can create safe spaces where we can explore, grow, and heal together.
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3/ In group therapy, mutuality of shared brokenness is key to creating a safe and trusting community where anything and everything can be explored. Here, we can discover our personal brilliance and wear our own skin well.
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2/ Isolation deadens connection and undermines our potential for cultivating brilliance in everyday places. Find out how safe spaces and shared brokenness can create a sanctuary for emotional growth and acceptance.
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1/ Community requires connection and curiosity, allowing us to find meaningfulness in the common places of daily living. It's through connection that we discover our personal brilliance and heal from suffering
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How creating meaningful relationships can lead to transformative and life-changing experiences ... a thread c/o Genius Recovery #community #geniusrecovery #healing #artistsforaddicts
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Love the on going support and positivity from the @RecoveryPunks community. #artasaforceforgood
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Recovery and healing comes in many forms, including meditation and yoga practice. Joe Polish interviews attendees at a Recovery retreat hosted by Yoga instructor Tommy Rosen.
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Art has the power to lift our spirits and bring joy to our lives, especially during times of weariness. It's a beautiful reminder that even in the darkest of moments, there is always hope and the possibility for something beautiful to emerge. #artasaforceforgood
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Art doesn't have to be 'good' to be therapeutic. The process of creating and expressing oneself is what matters most. #artasaforceforgood #artheals
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New interview with Dr Gabor Maté and AFA founder Joe Polish...
New interview is up with my friend @JoePolish at the Genius Network Conference in Scottsdale, AZ in November 2022. https://t.co/wSEzptGIMi
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Art + insight can be a powerful tool for transformation
Not why the addiction, but why the pain. ~Gabor Mate art | Henry Asencio #midwivesofthesoul #gabormate #henryascenio #addiction #healing
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A definition of addiction with renowned trauma expert Gabor Maté and AFA founder Joe Polish.
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So great to see the RecoveryPunks making their way into the world.
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The opposite of addiction is connection. Grateful for talented partners and communities. 👇
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What's next for @WolfDenLabs? This weekend at the Gray Wolf Summit we broke down the current focus and the future focus. Here is a short clip with Joe Polish breaking down the next collab with @AFAartists And why it matters. https://t.co/ctdGnF6sYx
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