Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Richie StephensWhy Richie Stephens Is Mentally StrongWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowWhat You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental StrengthQuotes From RichieMore About the Podcast
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Meet Richie Stephens
Why Richie Stephens Is Mentally Strong
What You’ll Hear on the Show
What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength
Quotes From Richie
More About the Podcast
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OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern.
He’s also the author of “The Gangster’s Guide to Sobriety,” where he shares how12-step groups helped him recoverafter decades ofdrug and alcohol abuse. He’s a frequent speaker in recovery groups and actively works with thehomelessat The Midnight Mission and The Center in Hollywood.
Richie makes it clear that he got intorecoverybecause someone helped him do so, and it saved his life. Now, he shares his story because he hopes to help other struggling people find their way out of addiction.
He shares some wild stories about what his life was like when he was a gangster, but he doesn’t glorify the things he did. Instead, he acknowledges that he made mistakes and has lots ofregretsabout his past. His willingness to share his story and support struggling others showsmental strength.
What Does It Mean to Be Sober Curious?
Quite often, people think asubstance use disorderis a moral issue or a sign of weakness. But it’s not. Many factors, including biology, past experiences, mental health, and culture, lead to substance use disorders.
Getting help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You don’t have to go through recovery alone, either. In fact, many people say that community is the key to getting better.
Richie StephensThe reason I got sober is that somebody helped me. I didn’t get sober on my own.
Richie Stephens
The reason I got sober is that somebody helped me. I didn’t get sober on my own.
Why Mental Health Disorders Co-Exist With Substance Use
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Reviews and ratings are a great way to encourage other people to listen and help them prioritize their mental health too.
For media or public speaking inquiries, contact Amyhere.
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