Steve and Stonewall RecoverySteve and Stonewall Recovery
Voices In Recovery Podcast
Steve from Stonewall Recovery Centre shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and embracing his queer identity.
2:40:19•2 Apr 2025
Steve's Journey: Recovery and Identity at Stonewall
Episode Overview
- Recovery is more than just abstaining from substances.
- The unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in recovery.
- The importance of having dedicated spaces like Stonewall Recovery Centre.
- Understanding the broader implications of trauma within the queer community.
- The need for inclusive and supportive recovery environments.
“Recovery is more than just stopping drinking or doing drugs—it's about quelling the demons inside and making them no longer demons”
Steve from Stonewall Recovery Centre in Calgary joins this episode of Voices In Recovery Podcast. He shares his journey through addiction and recovery, while also navigating his identity as a queer man. Steve talks about the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in recovery and the importance of having dedicated spaces like Stonewall Recovery Centre, the first 2SLGBTQi+ treatment centre in Canada.
He also discusses the broader implications of trauma within the queer community and how recovery is more than just abstaining from substances—it's about finding peace within oneself. The conversation is heartfelt, raw, and enlightening, shedding light on both personal struggles and systemic issues within traditional recovery programs. Steve's insights are not only valuable for those in recovery but also for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of addiction and queer identity.
Tune in to hear Steve's powerful story and learn why inclusive recovery spaces are crucial.
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