Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
202: Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction and Recovery in the Workplace with Cheryl Brown-Merriwether
202: Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction and Recovery in the Workplace with Cheryl Brown-Merriwether
202: Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction and Recovery in the Workplace with Cheryl Brown-Merriwether
Monday 10th October 2022
Explore how workplaces can support addiction recovery with Cheryl Brown-Merriwether's insights on breaking stigma and fostering safe environments.
43 minutes
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Workplaces can play a crucial role in supporting addiction recovery.
- Creating safe spaces for open discussions reduces stigma.
- Leadership should foster empathy and understanding among teams.
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives can support recovery efforts.
- One person can spark change in workplace culture.
"If you save one life, you save a family, you save a workplace, you save a community."
This episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast tackles a subject many shy away from - addiction in the workplace. Host Duane Osterlind chats with Cheryl Brown-Merriwether, an HR and recovery support expert, who is on a mission to break the silence surrounding addiction in professional settings. Cheryl shares her wealth of experience in transforming workplaces into safe spaces where discussions about addiction and recovery can flourish.
She emphasises the importance of creating environments where employees feel comfortable sharing their struggles without fear of judgement or job loss. Cheryl, co-founder of the International Center for Addiction and Recovery Education, highlights how workplaces can be pivotal in supporting recovery by fostering open conversations and implementing strategic sobriety solutions. She discusses how initiatives like psychological safety and diversity programmes can pave the way for more inclusive and supportive work environments.
Cheryl's passion for her work shines through as she recounts stories of individuals who have taken the first steps to change their workplace culture, proving that even one person can make a significant difference. The conversation delves into the challenges employees face, such as the stigma attached to addiction and the pressure to conform to workplace norms. Cheryl encourages leaders to become approachable and open-minded, promoting empathy and understanding within their teams.
Her insights provide a refreshing perspective on how workplaces can contribute to healing and recovery. If you're curious about how your workplace can become a beacon of support for those grappling with addiction, this episode is a must-listen. It’s not just about saving jobs - it’s about saving lives and building a community where everyone feels valued.