S2E11: Exploring Awakening and Nitrous Abuse (w/ Cg Kid)S2E11: Exploring Awakening and Nitrous Abuse (w/ Cg Kid)
This Pink Cloud
Cg Kid returns to discuss awakening experiences, nitrous oxide abuse, and the importance of community in recovery.
57:36•10 May 2021
Awakening and Nitrous Oxide: Cg Kid Returns to This Pink Cloud
“I mean sobriety is just a word that has a definition in the right dictionary, but it could be recovery, certainly sure, yeah, sobriety like the act of being sober.”
Ever wondered how awakening experiences and nitrous oxide abuse intersect? In this episode of 'This Pink Cloud', DJ Kelly Reverb and The Professor Nolen sit down with Cg Kid, also known as Philip Markoff, for a riveting conversation. Returning for his second appearance, Cg Kid opens up about his journey through self-medicating, the dangers of nitrous oxide in rave culture, and his path to recovery.
Filmed as part of an ABC Nightline special, this episode dives deep into the complexities of addiction and mental health. Cg Kid shares personal anecdotes about quitting medication and the profound awakening experiences that followed. He discusses the role of anxiety and stress management in recovery, emphasizing the importance of reducing cortisol levels. The episode also touches on the challenges of self-isolation and the critical need for supportive communities during recovery.
With engaging dialogue and heartfelt stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the interplay between mental health and substance abuse, and discover why community support is essential for lasting recovery.

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