The Positive Shift
This podcast dives into the world of mental health to support you on your path to a more positive shift. Each episode includes unique and exciting guests, experiences, and educated opinions to foster meaningful conversations surrounding mental health and addiction.
Hear from industry experts, experienced staff as well as folks in recovery. At the same time, we will be digging deep into the often fun but also tricky topics with inspiring points of view, clinical truths, and a serving of hope that we seldom see in the world of recovery to help shift one's life into a positive path.
The Positive Shift
Episode 4: Mastering the Art of Recovery - Strategies for Conquering Mental Health and Addiction Battles
Are you ready to tackle the journey of recovery from mental health and addiction?
Join Jason Hillier as he sits down with Raymond Moore, Clinical Director at Simcoe Addiction and Mental Health, to share their personal experiences and insights on navigating everyday life after treatment. They explore the power of connection, the importance of setting realistic expectations, and reveal strategies to carry the acceptance from treatment into your everyday life.
Discover how addiction can manifest in seemingly harmless behaviors, such as shopping or eating ice cream, and learn valuable strategies to be mindful of potential pitfalls. Ray and Jason also discuss the importance of practicing recovery skills regularly to see better outcomes and offer encouragement for those on their own healing journey.
In this candid conversation, the two delve into the significance of transitioning from treatment to home life and share tips on staying connected with different groups to prevent loneliness. They stress the importance of being gentle and forgiving with ourselves during recovery and providing hope to those facing this challenging process.
