Episode 67 | The RecoveryFirst Podcast with Mike Todd | "The Healers Need Healing In The Recovery Community"

Episode 67 | The RecoveryFirst Podcast with Mike Todd | "The Healers Need Healing In The Recovery Community"

Ever thought about who supports the supporters? In this touching episode of the Recovery First Podcast, Mike Todd opens up about the often-overlooked need for self-care among those who dedicate their lives to helping others in the recovery community. With years of experience in addiction recovery, Todd has seen firsthand the toll this work can take.

Recently, he faced the heartbreaking loss of two valued members of the Greenville recovery community, which prompted a deep reflection on the emotional strain healers endure. Todd talks about the critical need for healers—counselors, peer support workers, and harm reduction advocates—to have their own support systems. He shares a personal story of feeling unseen and unheard in his work, and how his wife, also a healer, provided the comfort he desperately needed.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that it's okay to ask for help and that even those who are strong for others need moments of vulnerability and care. Todd also discusses his nonprofit's efforts to offer healing opportunities for these unsung heroes, from fishing trips to quiet nights in a cabin. If you’re part of the recovery community or know someone who is, this episode is a poignant listen that underscores the importance of mutual support and self-care.