Into Light Project Using Art to Heal the Loss Theresa Clower and Debbie SimonInto Light Project Using Art to Heal the Loss Theresa Clower and Debbie Simon
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
he tragic loss of her son, Devin, in Feb 2018 to an accidental drug overdose was the catalyst for INTO LIGHT Project. Through the simple act of drawing, Theresa discovered the power of art and storytelling to change minds and hearts. The INTO LIGHT...
29:22•23 Aug 2024
Healing Through Art: The INTO LIGHT Project
Episode Overview
- Art can be a powerful tool for healing and transforming grief.
- The INTO LIGHT Project honours those lost to addiction through portraits.
- Theresa Clower started the project after losing her son to an overdose.
- Debbie Simon shares how the project helped her family find pride and healing.
- Changing the narrative around addiction can reduce stigma and shame.
“I picked up a pencil... it was like a miracle that I could actually get something that looked like Devin”
Theresa Clower and Debbie Simon join this episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return to share their heart-wrenching yet inspiring journeys through loss and healing. Theresa, after losing her son Devin to an accidental overdose, found solace and purpose in art, creating the INTO LIGHT Project. This initiative aims to honour those lost to addiction by capturing their essence through portraits.
Debbie Simon shares her family's experience with the project, revealing how it brought a sense of pride and healing after her son Scott's passing. She describes how her husband, initially reluctant, found unexpected comfort and connection at the exhibit. The episode highlights the power of art in transforming grief into hope and fostering community support.
Theresa's story of picking up a pencil for the first time to draw Devin's portrait is particularly moving, showing how a simple act can lead to profound change. The conversation also touches on the stigma surrounding addiction and the importance of changing the narrative. If you're looking for a story of resilience and the transformative power of art, this episode is a must-listen.
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