The Creative High: Art and Recovery in New Film
The Creative High: Art and Recovery in New Film

Giving Voice to Recovery

Elizabeth Edwards and Adriana Marchione discuss the healing power of creativity in recovery through the documentary 'The Creative High'.

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36:32•3 Aug 2023

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Giving Voice to Recovery

Giving Voice to Recovery is designed to encourage, inspire and educate people who are seeking help with addiction and for those who are already recovering. In addition to monthly interviews, Elizabeth is hosting a weekly episode of "Just Sayin", a short podcast discussion about recovery concepts and the language that helps us heal. We cover these subjects in broad terms and focus on solutions, education, support and community. We challenge the stigma of addiction and encourage healthy living. We are determined to thrive in recovery. Join us as we share our stories about surviving addiction and thriving in sobriety. Follow Singer Songwriter Elizabeth Edwards as she interviews artists, authors, comedians, musicians, advocates, experts and inspirational figures from a compassionate and heartfelt solution based perspective. Giving Voice to Recovery celebrates those who have found purpose in using their voice to change perceptions and challenge stereotypes while inspiring hope and providing awareness to those still seeking solutions. "There is a healing power in sharing our personal recovery journeys."

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Art's Healing Touch: Adriana Marchione on Creativity and Recovery

Episode Overview

Adriana Marchione shares her pivotal moment that led to recovery and emphasizes the awakening that comes with facing life's struggles and finding beauty in recovery
The discussion touches on the challenges of identity, the process of healing through creativity, and the compelling journey of the documentary, The Creative High, which captures the stories of nine artists in recovery
Elizabeth and Adriana's conversation highlights the link between recovery and creativity, shedding light on the profound impact of embracing one's true self and thriving in sobriety

“Recovery for me is really about facing life as it is and it takes a ton of work and dedication, but it's an incredible opportunity to live life and get nourished by it.”

What happens when art becomes a lifeline in recovery? In this episode of 'Giving Voice to Recovery', Elizabeth Edwards sits down with Adriana Marchione, an award-winning filmmaker and expressive arts therapist, to uncover how creativity can be a powerful tool in the journey to sobriety. Adriana shares the inspiring stories behind her latest film, 'The Creative High', which features nine artists who have used their creative talents to overcome addiction.

Their tales reveal the transformative nature of the creative process, offering hope and resources for artists, their families, and recovery communities worldwide. From painting to music, each story is a testament to how embracing one's true self through art can lead to profound healing and growth. Elizabeth and Adriana's heartfelt conversation dives into the challenges of identity and the beauty of finding oneself in recovery, making this episode a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.

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