Send us a text Dr. Brian Pennie joins Abdullah Boulad on Living a Life in Balance to share an inspiring story of recovery, awareness, and transformation. After more than fifteen years of heroin addiction, Brian reached a point of complete collapse — a moment that marked the beginning of his awakening. In this conversation, he opens up about his childhood trauma, the cycle of addiction, and the neuroscience of change. Together, they explore the connection between the brain, body, and behavior,...
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Send us a text Dr. Brian Pennie joins Abdullah Boulad on Living a Life in Balance to share an inspiring story of recovery, awareness, and transformation. After more than fifteen years of heroin addiction, Brian reached a point of complete collapse — a moment that marked the beginning of his awakening. In this conversation, he opens up about his childhood trauma, the cycle of addiction, and the neuroscience of change. Together, they explore the connection between the brain, body, and behavior,...
Overcome Addiction Shame & Stigma: How to Thrive in Recovery and Prevent Relapse
Living a Life in Balance - PODCAST
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1 month ago
Overcome Addiction Shame & Stigma: How to Thrive in Recovery and Prevent Relapse
Send us a text In this deeply honest episode, Jacobo Cavestany, Relapse Prevention Therapist at The Balance, shares his personal journey through addiction, grief, and recovery. He speaks about the shame of hiding his struggles, the impact of losing his sister, and the spiral into depression that followed. Jacobo opens up about what it really means to hit rock bottom—manipulation, relapse, and suicidal thoughts—while also reflecting on the moments that helped him begin to heal: therapy, trust,...
Living a Life in Balance - PODCAST
Send us a text Dr. Brian Pennie joins Abdullah Boulad on Living a Life in Balance to share an inspiring story of recovery, awareness, and transformation. After more than fifteen years of heroin addiction, Brian reached a point of complete collapse — a moment that marked the beginning of his awakening. In this conversation, he opens up about his childhood trauma, the cycle of addiction, and the neuroscience of change. Together, they explore the connection between the brain, body, and behavior,...
