Episode 32 - Recovery and the Pandemic
Episode 32 - Recovery and the Pandemic

Recovery Is Possible

During the Pandemic we have to double down our efforts to stay connected. Addiction is isolation, and we have to work to combat loneliness.

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15:52•5 Dec 2020

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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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Staying Connected: Recovery During the Pandemic

“Addiction is isolation, and we have to work to combat loneliness.”

Feeling isolated during the pandemic? You're not alone. In episode 32 of 'Recovery Is Possible', host Michael Van Meter tackles the unique challenges of maintaining sobriety in these unprecedented times. Drawing from his extensive experience, Michael highlights how addiction thrives on isolation and offers practical advice to combat loneliness. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of alcoholism, especially for those who have struggled to quit on their own.

His message is clear: recovery is achievable, even in the face of a global pandemic. With heartfelt encouragement and actionable tips, Michael provides a lifeline for anyone feeling the weight of isolation. Tune in for insights that can make a real difference in your recovery journey.

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