
In episode 54 of F The Stigma Podcast, host Laisha Martinez sits down with @icoreywarren a sober coach and mental health advocate who shares his raw journey from heroin use in high school to alcohol addiction—and ultimately, recovery. Now dedicated to helping others, Corey breaks down the myths surrounding alcohol, addiction, and sobriety, while offering real insight into how addiction impacts the brain and decision-making.This conversation dives into recovery, relapse prevention, and the truth about substance use—aimed at breaking stigma and helping others find a path forward.
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Chapters |
00:00 Welcome & Small Town vs. City Life
02:13 Moving, Flying & Control Issues
04:36 Rise Recovery Community & Business Journey
06:30 Social Media, Advocacy, & Its Challenges
09:07 Sobriety Journey Begins
13:13 From Heroin to Armed Robbery
17:20 Stigma, Addiction, and Upbringing
19:32 Transition to Alcohol & College Years
22:27 Alcohol, Consequences & Social Perceptions
25:46 Alcoholism: Heavy Drinking vs. Addiction
29:33 Getting Sober Young vs. After Decades
32:01 Coaching in Recovery: Structure & Prep
35:02 The Role of Community & Program Choice
38:39 AA, Spirituality, & Changes in Recovery Culture
41:13 Triggers, Life Skills & Emotional Regulation
44:04 Addiction: Nature vs. Nurture
46:28 Opening Rise Recovery & Family Influence
49:38 Relapse, Rock Bottom, and Turning Point
53:29 Spirituality, God & Recovery
58:33 Faith, Family, and Long-Term Change
01:03:29 Advice for People Struggling with Addiction
01:06:17 Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health
01:10:51 Understanding Addiction & Social Media Analogy
01:13:23 Clean Culture Brand & Broader Recovery Message
01:16:43 Closing Thoughts & Farewells
Corey's Links |
Website | https://www.coreywarren.com/
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/icoreywarren
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Pod links |
Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/46dw6sl5t344p6PlBcykb3?si=35349a057d564bacApple Podcast | https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/f-ck-the-stigma/id1691599224
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