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Youth Empowerment Radio
This podcast was created by young people as a project of Youth MOVE Colorado, a youth-led organization. This is meant to serve as a fun, educational, and community-building resource for youth with lived experience. We will be having organic conversations about everything from making friends to advocating for change, and interviewing other changemakers along the way!
Youth Empowerment Radio
Season 2 Episode 5 - Exploring Natural Alternatives in Recovery: A Conversation with Avani Dillinger
Exploring Natural Alternatives in Recovery: A Conversation with Avani Dillinger
In this episode of the Recovery Series, Savanaha from Youth MOVE Colorado VISTA interviews Avani Dillinger about the Natural Highs community group. Avani discusses the origins and mission of Natural Highs, a Boulder-based nonprofit focused on using cutting-edge neuroscience and natural alternatives for mental health and addiction recovery. They delve into unique approaches such as peer mentorship, healthy substitutes for substances, and the use of herbs and acupuncture. Avani also shares valuable insights on destigmatizing addiction, the importance of community support, and the empowering role of neuroscience education. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of natural wellness practices and community engagement for holistic recovery.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:25 Natural Highs: An Overview
02:32 Unique Approaches in Recovery
05:20 The Power of AcuDetox
08:35 Destigmatizing Substance Abuse
13:31 Empowering Through Neuroscience
19:47 Natural Remedies and Community Support
28:41 Resources and Final Thoughts