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Overtime: AIIA last 13 years and feeling overlooked
Overtime: AIIA last 13 years and feeling overlooked
Overtime: AIIA last 13 years and feeling overlooked
Friday 10th May 2024
Celebrate 13 years with Addict II Athlete. Explore team support, nonprofit challenges, and personal growth through endurance events.
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38 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Addict II Athlete celebrates 13 years of service.
- Explore the benefits of team support in marathons.
- Distinguish between nonprofit and charity operations.
- Reflect on personal growth and family relationships.
- Register for upcoming AIIA events and races.
It's nice to have a team behind you... they're not going to let you fail.
In this episode of Overtime, Coach Blu and Athletic Director Marisa Robinson reflect on the impactful journey of Addict II Athlete (AIIA) over the last 13 years. As a licensed mental health therapist and certified substance use disorder counselor, Coach Blu, alongside Marisa—a Certified Recreational Therapist—discuss the significance of AIIA's contributions to addiction recovery and mental health awareness. The conversation kicks off with an inspiring account of the 'no one left behind' team half marathon.
Coach Blu emphasizes the importance of camaraderie in endurance events, sharing his personal experience of running marathons with a supportive team. This concept, where participants start and finish together, underscores the power of collective strength and encouragement, particularly for those new to such challenges. The hosts delve into the distinctions between nonprofit and charity organizations, addressing the common misconceptions surrounding funding and resource allocation.
AIIA's mission is to provide supportive services rather than tangible goods, which sometimes leads to confusion among supporters. Understanding these differences is crucial for sustaining the organization's efforts and ensuring transparency. Personal stories from team members highlight the transformative power of participation in AIIA events. The narrative of Coach Jensen, who found a sense of belonging through the gift of running shoes from the team, exemplifies the profound impact of such gestures.
Additionally, the hosts reflect on their own journeys of personal growth and the challenges of maintaining family relationships amidst recovery. Listeners are encouraged to engage with AIIA's upcoming events, including the team half marathon in June and the proxy recovery run in September. These events offer opportunities for individuals to turn their struggles into messages of hope and resilience.
Join the hosts in celebrating over a decade of service and explore the ongoing journey of healing, growth, and community support with Addict II Athlete.