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Get In The Herd Podcast at the McShin Foundation Addiction Recovery Resource Center

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  • Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell and Matthew Conner

Get In The Herd with Nathan Mitchell and Matthew Conner

Thursday 23rd April 2020

Nathan Mitchell and Matthew Conner share tips on staying connected in recovery through community support, virtual meetings, and purposeful activities.
42 minutes
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Get In The Herd Podcast at the McShin Foundation Addiction Recovery Resource Center
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The McShin Foundation
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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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Finding Strength in Connection: Nathan Mitchell and Matthew Conner's Recovery Journey

I'm excited to have the people around me, I have around me on a Daily basis, I'm excited to be able to adapt with people who are going through a lot of the same things as I'm going through um and are still showing up, suiting up, showing up, you know, and doing the, do, doing the, do you know.
Ever wondered how to stay grounded and connected while navigating the ups and downs of recovery? Nathan Mitchell and Matthew Conner have some thoughts. In this episode of 'Get In The Herd' by the McShin Foundation, these two recovery advocates share their personal experiences and practical tips on maintaining sobriety, especially during challenging times.
Nathan, a data specialist and Virginia Recovery & Re-Entry Project Coordinator, talks about the power of community and how surrounding himself with like-minded individuals has been crucial. He mentions, 'I’m excited to be able to adapt with people who are going through a lot of the same things as I’m going through and are still showing up, suiting up, showing up, you know, and doing the do'.
Matthew echoes these sentiments, sharing how he found comfort in phone calls and cooking with his girlfriend during the pandemic. They both stress the importance of physical activity for mental well-being. Throughout their conversation, they explore various ways to stay connected, from virtual meetings on platforms like BlueJeans and Zoom to participating in virtual run clubs. They also emphasize finding purpose through goal-oriented activities and helping others in the recovery community.
If you're looking for insights on how to stay connected and find meaning in your recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen.