David Lewry
David Lewry
Supporting Community
Supporting Community
Supporting Community
Monday 15th December 2025
Explore community support during recovery with David Lewry and Darcy. Learn about mental health, advocacy, and being of use to others.
82 minutes
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Informative
Honest
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Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
David Lewry
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Community support is crucial during stressful times like the holidays.
- Mental health diagnoses can be life-changing and require understanding.
- Non-profits face unique challenges but play a vital role in recovery.
- Advocacy is essential for breaking down barriers in seeking help.
- Every recovery journey is unique and should be respected.
"It's not about my feeling of where I'm at, but all the people around me."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of the Voices in Recovery Podcast, hosts David Lewry and Darcy explore the theme of community support, particularly during the challenging holiday season. They candidly discuss the importance of being useful to others and how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect of positivity. With humour and honesty, they navigate topics like mental health, medication, and the barriers faced by those seeking help.
They also touch on the complexities of non-profit work and how advocacy plays a crucial role in recovery. Through personal stories and reflections, this episode highlights the significance of community care and the power of collective healing. As they delve into their own experiences with mental health diagnoses and treatment, David and Darcy remind us that everyone's journey is unique and valid.
Whether you're in recovery or simply looking for ways to be more supportive to those around you, this episode offers a wealth of relatable insights. So, how can we better support each other in our daily lives? Tune in to find out.