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Tapping Into the Healing Power of Art
Tapping Into the Healing Power of Art
Tapping Into the Healing Power of Art
Wednesday 11th January 2017
Robin M. Gilliam discusses how art supported her recovery from addiction and trauma on 'Spirit of Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Art: Robin M. Gilliam's Journey of Recovery
Art is one of those tools that work. It's safe for me to express it, and the more we express, the quieter our mind gets and the better we can manage our addiction and grow strong.
Can art really help in the journey to recovery? In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas sit down with Robin M. Gilliam, a CPA, artist, and author who has been in long-term recovery since 1991. Robin’s story is a testament to the transformative power of art in overcoming addiction and trauma.
She shares how engaging in creative expression helped her navigate the turbulent waters of addiction and domestic violence, leading her to a life of hope and inspiration. Robin’s novel, 'Gift of Desperation', intertwines her real artwork with a provocative story that mirrors her own journey. Throughout the episode, Robin emphasizes that you don't need to be a professional artist to benefit from the healing power of art.
It's about opening up to your inner life and using creativity as an outlet for feelings, intuition, and insight. Robin discusses how art helped her process PTSD and anger, uncovering the underlying emotions driving these feelings. Sharing her art and story with others has been a crucial part of her recovery, breaking the stigma of addiction and offering hope to those on similar paths.
The conversation also touches on the deep connection between trauma and addiction, highlighting how creativity can be a powerful tool for healing from both. Robin’s experiences reveal how art can provide a voice for emotions that are often hard to articulate. By the end of the episode, listeners are reminded of the importance of sharing recovery stories and the role of creativity in finding positivity amid adversity.
Whether you're in recovery or interested in the intersection of spirituality and creativity, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.