Choose Your Struggle Presents: Of Substance!Choose Your Struggle Presents: Of Substance!
Choose Your Struggle
Presenting Of Substance: a storytelling nonprofit dedicated to those facing addiction, one film at a time.
32:42•25 Dec 2020
Powerful Stories of Recovery: Of Substance on Choose Your Struggle
“Addiction is a disease of lying and hiding...the number one step for me was just to get honest and get real and admit that I have a problem, both to myself but also to other people in my life.”
Jay Shifman’s podcast 'Choose Your Struggle' is known for its raw and honest conversations about mental health and addiction. In this episode, Jay introduces listeners to Of Substance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling impactful stories of those facing addiction. Jay is clearly passionate about their work, and it shows as he discusses their powerful short films and the upcoming interview with one of their founders, Alex Kaplan.
The episode skips the usual segments to focus entirely on the importance of storytelling in breaking down the stigma around mental health and substance misuse. Jay and his guests share personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing how honesty and community support can be transformative in the recovery journey. If you’re looking for a podcast that combines heartfelt stories with a mission to inspire change, this episode is a must-listen.
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