Independence Blue Cross Foundation
Independence Blue Cross Foundation
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together - The importance of ‘connectedness’ within recovery (Cass and Kellen Matthews)
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together - The importance of ‘connectedness’ within recovery (Cass and Kellen Matthews)
Facing the Opioid Crisis Together - The importance of ‘connectedness’ within recovery (Cass and Kellen Matthews)
Wednesday 30th April 2025
Cass & Kellen Matthews share their journey of overcoming addiction through running and community in this inspiring podcast episode.
45 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Supportive
Encouraging
Compassionate
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Independence Blue Cross Foundation
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Connection with family and community is crucial in recovery.
- Running can be a powerful tool for overcoming addiction.
- Recovery Run Club offers a supportive environment for sharing experiences.
- Social media helps build community and support networks.
- Asking for help and setting aside ego are key steps in recovery.
"It's better if you're able to set that stuff aside sooner than later and ask for help."
In this heartening episode of "Someone You Know", Heather Major chats with Cassandra and Kellen Matthews, who share their inspiring journey of overcoming opioid addiction and finding solace in running. Kellen, founder of Philadelphia’s Recovery Run Club, opens up about his path to recovery, highlighting the pivotal role that connection with family and community played in his life.
He shares how a doctor introduced him to running, leading him to participate in multiple ultra-marathons, including a goal of running one marathon each month in 2024. Cass discusses her own experiences as she gears up for her first race at the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, expressing her excitement and nerves. The couple emphasises the importance of ‘connectedness’ in recovery, shedding light on how social media can help build supportive communities.
They talk about the Recovery Run Club, a welcoming space for anyone on the recovery journey, where loved ones and allies can participate too. The club's monthly meetings provide a safe environment for sharing experiences without judgment. Kellen and Cass's story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Their message is clear: ask for help and take one step at a time towards recovery.
As they share their journey, they inspire others to embrace wellness and find their own path to healing. If you're seeking motivation or simply curious about the power of community in recovery, this episode is not to be missed.