Special Episode: A Conversation With Adam al-Asad (Of Savage Sisters)Special Episode: A Conversation With Adam al-Asad (Of Savage Sisters)
Choose Your Struggle
On this special pre-season episode, Jay chats with Adam al-Asad, Sarah's younger brother and a founder of Savage Sisters, on what the experience of making this show was like and how important it is to tell these stories. At the end of the show, Adam annou
19:31•4 Apr 2022
Adam al-Asad: The Power of Stories in Substance Misuse Recovery
“Just telling them I loved them and telling them that I wasn't mad at them for any of the things that they did during their active use gave them enough hope that they had a desire to live again, which they absolutely did not have previous to people showing them radical love.”
What if the stories we share could change lives? In this special episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', host Jay Shifman sits down with Adam al-Asad, founder of Savage Sisters and younger brother of Sarah. Adam opens up about the critical role storytelling plays in the recovery journey. He emphasizes harm reduction, radical love, and the importance of involving family and community in the healing process.
Adam's own experiences with substance misuse highlight how the support of loved ones can be a game-changer in recovery. Through his conversation with Jay, Adam sheds light on the transformative power of community involvement and how sharing personal stories can foster empathy and understanding. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to support individuals struggling with addiction or seeking inspiration in their own recovery journey.
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