Kenna Crampton
maggie@highrockiesharmreduction.com (Maggie Seldeen)
Chemical World | May 2025
Chemical World | May 2025
Chemical World | May 2025
Monday 12th May 2025
Kenna and Maggie share coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and addiction, plus harm reduction service info in May's Chemical World.
28 minutes
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About this podcast
Author:
Kenna Crampton
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Chemical World: Tackling Anxiety and Addiction
Episode Overview
- Understanding anxiety and depression as pathways to addiction.
- Exploring personal coping strategies without drugs or alcohol.
- Recognising PTSD triggers and their subtle manifestations.
- The role of harm reduction services in supporting recovery.
- Challenging societal stereotypes around mental health.
"Every moment is a brand new moment, free from the anxieties of my past."
In the latest episode of Chemical World, Kenna Crampton and Maggie Seldeen tackle the complex emotions of anxiety and depression that often pave the way to addiction. The duo shares candid discussions on how they personally manage these feelings without resorting to drugs or alcohol. Maggie opens up about her experiences with PTSD, offering a glimpse into how it doesn't always manifest like in the movies, and how she's learned to identify triggers.
Kenna brings a fresh perspective on overstimulation and how it ties into her daily life, especially as a stay-at-home mum juggling chores and emotional well-being. This episode also highlights the importance of harm reduction services provided by High Rockies Harm Reduction, with a detailed schedule for those seeking support. The conversation is peppered with relatable anecdotes, such as Maggie's experience of revisiting a hospital that triggered intense anxiety, showcasing the reality of living with past traumas.
Kenna and Maggie explore societal stereotypes, particularly around mental health, and the roles women often find themselves in, challenging the notion that sadness should be a defining trait. They touch on how societal expectations can lead to feelings of being trapped in a box, affecting both men and women. If you're curious about how mental health intertwines with addiction, or simply looking for ways to cope with stress and anxiety, this episode offers heartfelt advice and practical tips.
Tune in for an honest chat that might just leave you feeling understood and supported.