Episode 18 - Part II Interview with Sharon Webster: Recovery Dundee
Episode 18 - Part II Interview with Sharon Webster: Recovery Dundee

Recovery Is Possible

Today I do Part II of an interview with Sharon Webster of Recovery Dundee in Scotland. We discuss the great work they are doing for the people of Scotland, and how recovery needs to be embraced and promoted. Find out more at recovery-dundee.

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Recovery Is Possible

Michael Van Meter

Michael has seen first-hand the devastating effects of addiction on the public, his profession, and himself. Michael began his career as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. After eight years, he became a Corrections Officer, Washington DC Police Officer, and then FBI Agent. In 2010, Michael became an instructor at the FBI Academy. In 2013, he created a course titled “Leading At-Risk Employees” geared toward Police Executives to help them understand alcoholism, prescription drug abuse, PTSD, suicide, and domestic violence as it relates to policies and procedures for their agencies worldwide. In 2019, Michael retired from the FBI but his passion for helping others continued. In August 2022, he graduated with a Master’s in Addiction Counseling: Integrated Recovery for Co-Occurring Disorders from the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He currently works full-time as a Behavioral Health Therapist at a large nonprofit hospital. Pulling from his personal and professional experience, Michael shares his thoughts on this sensitive, complex, and controversial subject.

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Recovery Dundee: Sharon Webster's Mission to Transform Lives

“To me, recovery begins the day you leave treatment and the day that you start working on yourself.”

Ever wondered what it takes to truly embrace recovery and make a difference in a community? In this episode of 'Recovery is Possible', Michael Van Meter sits down with Sharon Webster from Recovery Dundee in Scotland. Sharon passionately shares the impactful work her organization is doing to support people on their recovery journeys.

From creating social enterprises that offer employment opportunities to discussing the persistent challenges of funding, Sharon sheds light on the real-world struggles and triumphs of fostering a recovery-friendly environment. The conversation dives into common misconceptions about addiction, the crucial difference between merely being sober and actively being in recovery, and the role harm reduction plays in this complex landscape. Sharon also highlights the importance of spirituality in helping individuals reconnect with themselves and find purpose.

The discussion wraps up with thoughts on the necessity of having clear goals in recovery programs and the contentious issue of whether harm reduction perpetuates addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of recovery and the incredible work being done by Recovery Dundee. Sharon's insights are not just informative but deeply inspiring, offering hope and practical advice for those supporting or embarking on their own recovery journeys.

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