The McShin Foundation
The McShin Foundation
Get in the Herd with host Nathan Mitchell and guests Chris Spallina & Gavin Young
Get in the Herd with host Nathan Mitchell and guests Chris Spallina & Gavin Young
Get in the Herd with host Nathan Mitchell and guests Chris Spallina & Gavin Young
Tuesday 22nd June 2021
Nathan Mitchell, Chris Spallina & Gavin Young discuss The Phoenix's mission to build a sober active community on 'Get in the Herd' podcast.
58 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!The Phoenix: Fueling Recovery Through Community and Connection
Recovery for me looks like the people that I hang around with. Honesty, integrity, generosity, compassion are all things that I look for in the people that I spend my time with.
Imagine a place where sobriety isn't just about abstaining from substances, but about embracing life through community and activity. In this episode of 'Get in the Herd', host Nathan Mitchell sits down with Chris Spallina and Gavin Young to chat about The Phoenix, a nonprofit that redefines addiction recovery. Founded in Colorado as a gym for those in early sobriety, The Phoenix has blossomed into a nationwide movement offering everything from rock climbing and boxing to chess and art classes.
It's all about creating a safe, supportive space where people can connect and thrive. Chris and Gavin share their own journeys with addiction and how The Phoenix has been a game-changer for them. They highlight the crucial role of community and physical activity in staying sober and building resilience. With a blend of movement-based and non-movement activities, The Phoenix ensures everyone can find their niche, especially important during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Volunteers and staff are the backbone of this initiative, helping to foster an environment where honesty, integrity, and compassion are the norms. The episode also touches on exciting upcoming events and collaborations, like the Maine Recovery Advocacy Project. As Chris puts it, 'Recovery for me looks like the people that I hang around with.' Tune in to discover how The Phoenix helps individuals in recovery find those people and build a life full of purpose and connection.