Meghann Perry's guest appearances

Meghann Perry

SHE RECOVERS Podcast

It's Not Just In Your Head

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"My self awareness threatens your denial" We continue the conversation around the importance of self-narrative and play. Meghann details how shes uses theater performance to help people make sense of challenges they have faced in their lives, and how through play we can create new meaning and identities that we've been locked into by ourselves or others. Meghann offers some insights and criticisms regarding episode '#129: Beyond Rehab &amp; The Twelve Steps (ft. Bob and V)' and we do a deep dive into the idea of 'authenticity' or the 'authentic self' and whether it even exists... References: Power Threat Meaning Framework: https://www.bps.org.uk/member-networks/division-clinical-psychology/power-threat-meaning-framework Steal As Much As You Can (book which contained the idea of how marketing steals our language) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45688217-steal-as-much-as-you-can Capitalist Realism (book which does a similar job as above but a broader view of everything): https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6763725-capitalist-realism?ref=nav_sb_ss_4_8 The Answer is Not a Hut in the Woods (Interesting story which encapsulated the discussion/conclusion on the authentic self: a never ending process): https://youtu.be/PK2SMIOHYig “… you are equally inaccessible to inspection. When you look to find out who you are, somebody like a Zen master will interrupt you and say, “Excuse me, but who is it that wants to know? And who is it that’s looking?” So, you know, you’re soon chasing your own tail like a little dog. And you never catch up with it.” - Alan Watts REVOLUTION Recovery - Storytelling | Theatre | Recovery Coaching | Education: meghannperry.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/ -- Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead Email us with feedback, questions, suggestions at itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com. Join our FREE monthly reading group and episode discussion: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/its-not-just-in-your-head-56629510013 -- ATTENTION! This is a Boring Dystopia/Obligatory 'don't sue us' message: This podcast provides numerous different perspectives and criticisms of the mental health space, however, it should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your medical professional with regards to any health decisions or management.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message

"My self awareness threatens your denial" We continue the conversation around the importance of self-narrative and play. Meghann details how shes uses theater performance to help people make sense of challenges they have faced in their lives, and how through play we can create new meaning and identities that we've been locked into by ourselves or others. Meghann offers some insights and criticisms regarding episode '<a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/129-beyond-rehab-78579909" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#129: Beyond Rehab &amp; The Twelve Steps (ft. Bob and V)</a>' and we do a deep dive into the idea of 'authenticity' or the 'authentic self' and whether it even exists... References: Power Threat Meaning Framework: <a href="https://www.bps.org.uk/member-networks/division-clinical-psychology/power-threat-meaning-framework" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.bps.org.uk/member-networks/division-clinical-psychology/power-threat-meaning-framework</a> Steal As Much As You Can (book which contained the idea of how marketing steals our language) <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45688217-steal-as-much-as-you-can" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45688217-steal-as-much-as-you-can</a> Capitalist Realism (book which does a similar job as above but a broader view of everything): <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6763725-capitalist-realism?ref=nav_sb_ss_4_8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6763725-capitalist-realism?ref=nav_sb_ss_4_8</a> The Answer is Not a Hut in the Woods (Interesting story which encapsulated the discussion/conclusion on the authentic self: a never ending process): <a href="https://youtu.be/PK2SMIOHYig" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/PK2SMIOHYig</a> “… you are equally inaccessible to inspection. When you look to find out who you are, somebody like a Zen master will interrupt you and say, “Excuse me, but who is it that wants to know? And who is it that’s looking?” So, you know, you’re soon chasing your own tail like a little dog. And you never catch up with it.” - Alan Watts REVOLUTION Recovery - Storytelling | Theatre | Recovery Coaching | Education: <a href="http://www.meghannperry.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">meghannperry.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/</a> -- Support us on Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead</a> Email us with feedback, questions, suggestions at <a href="mailto:itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com" rel="nofollow noopener">itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com</a>. Join our FREE monthly reading group and episode discussion: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/its-not-just-in-your-head-56629510013" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/o/its-not-just-in-your-head-56629510013</a> -- ATTENTION! This is a Boring Dystopia/Obligatory 'don't sue us' message: This podcast provides numerous different perspectives and criticisms of the mental health space, however, it should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your medical professional with regards to any health decisions or management.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message</a>

⁠#137 [PART 2]: Revolution Recovery and the power of stories (ft. Meghann Perry) ⁠

We are joined by Meghann Perry from 'REVOLUTION Recovery' to discuss the  the fundamental issue with viewing a patient as a subject / object / recipient / commodity and the victim blaming mentality that is helping no one. We explore the repeated trauma of 'In-take', how substances don't always cause addiction and the obvious - but often unsaid truth - that the desire for substances often comes from a need for fun, joy or a sense of community. We also discuss why the stories we tell ourselves are so important vs. the stories that are told about us by others and the importance of play. Part 2 of this conversation is a patron only episode. Become a patron at patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead to gain early access to episodes, our discord server, and monthly reading/discussion groups. References: REVOLUTION Recovery - Storytelling | Theatre | Recovery Coaching | Education: meghannperry.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/ The Urge by Carl Erik Fisher: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57925153-the-urge?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=zUQDUL6Alx&amp;rank=1 Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22245552-chasing-the-scream?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=3hC7Xbro3L&amp;rank=3 Unbroken Brain and Undoing Drugs by Maia Szalavitz: https://maiasz.com/books/unbroken-brain/ The Biology of Desire by Marc Lewis: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23214265-the-biology-of-desire?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=ObgpPxal4p&amp;rank=1 In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Mate: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/617702.In_the_Realm_of_Hungry_Ghosts?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=Ply1l1D8FC&amp;rank=5 Drug Use for Grownups by Carl Hart: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53481723-drug-use-for-grown-ups -- Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead Email us with feedback, questions, suggestions at itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com. -- Harriet’s other shows: WBAI Interpersonal Update (Wednesdays): https://wbai.org/program.php?program=431 Capitalism Hits Home: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPJpiw1WYdTNYvke-gNRdml1Z2lwz0iEH -- ATTENTION! This is a Boring Dystopia/Obligatory 'don't sue us' message: This podcast provides numerous different perspectives and criticisms of the mental health space, however, it should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your medical professional with regards to any health decisions or management.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message

We are joined by Meghann Perry from 'REVOLUTION Recovery' to discuss the  the fundamental issue with viewing a patient as a subject / object / recipient / commodity and the victim blaming mentality that is helping no one. We explore the repeated trauma of 'In-take', how substances don't always cause addiction and the obvious - but often unsaid truth - that the desire for substances often comes from a need for fun, joy or a sense of community. We also discuss why the stories we tell ourselves are so important vs. the stories that are told about us by others and the importance of play. Part 2 of this conversation is a patron only episode. Become a patron at <a href="http://patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead</a> to gain early access to episodes, our discord server, and monthly reading/discussion groups. References: REVOLUTION Recovery - Storytelling | Theatre | Recovery Coaching | Education: <a href="http://www.meghannperry.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">meghannperry.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/meghann.perry.5/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannperryrecoverystorytelling/</a> The Urge by Carl Erik Fisher: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57925153-the-urge?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=zUQDUL6Alx&amp;rank=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57925153-the-urge?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=zUQDUL6Alx&amp;rank=1</a> Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22245552-chasing-the-scream?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=3hC7Xbro3L&amp;rank=3" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22245552-chasing-the-scream?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=3hC7Xbro3L&amp;rank=3</a> Unbroken Brain and Undoing Drugs by Maia Szalavitz: <a href="https://maiasz.com/books/unbroken-brain/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://maiasz.com/books/unbroken-brain/</a> The Biology of Desire by Marc Lewis: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23214265-the-biology-of-desire?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=ObgpPxal4p&amp;rank=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23214265-the-biology-of-desire?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=ObgpPxal4p&amp;rank=1</a> In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Mate: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/617702.In_the_Realm_of_Hungry_Ghosts?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=Ply1l1D8FC&amp;rank=5" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/617702.In_the_Realm_of_Hungry_Ghosts?from_search=true&amp;from_srp=true&amp;qid=Ply1l1D8FC&amp;rank=5</a> Drug Use for Grownups by Carl Hart: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53481723-drug-use-for-grown-ups" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53481723-drug-use-for-grown-ups</a> -- Support us on Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/itsnotjustinyourhead</a> Email us with feedback, questions, suggestions at <a href="mailto:itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com" rel="nofollow noopener">itsnotjustinyourhead@gmail.com</a>. -- Harriet’s other shows: WBAI Interpersonal Update (Wednesdays): <a href="https://wbai.org/program.php?program=431" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://wbai.org/program.php?program=431</a> Capitalism Hits Home: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPJpiw1WYdTNYvke-gNRdml1Z2lwz0iEH" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPJpiw1WYdTNYvke-gNRdml1Z2lwz0iEH</a> -- ATTENTION! This is a Boring Dystopia/Obligatory 'don't sue us' message: This podcast provides numerous different perspectives and criticisms of the mental health space, however, it should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your medical professional with regards to any health decisions or management.--- Send in a voice message: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsnotjustinyourhead/message</a>

#137: Revolution Recovery and the power of stories (ft. Meghann Perry)

In this candid conversation our podcast host, Dr. Tiffany Wynn, speaks with storyteller, recovery coach and recovery advocate Meghann Perry.They discuss:Meghann's recovery story and how she created her storytelling workshops Why and how the system of the recovery movement needs to be shaken upHow powerful and empowering storytelling can be in the recovery realmThe importance of women's storiesABOUT MEGHANN PERRYMeghann Perry, CARC, RCPF, is an award-winning Storyteller, Theater Practitioner, Facilitator, Curriculum Designer and Addiction Recovery Coach Professional. She creates unique learning, growth and performance experiences for people of all ages utilizing a blended practice of Theatre, Storytelling, and Coaching principles, and is a nationally-known educator in the field of Recovery Coaching. She has designed and facilitated countless workshops for diverse groups, including those with mental health and substance use challenges, transgender youth, adults and allies, adoptive caregivers, non-profit boards, and others. Meghann recently integrated Theatre and Storytelling practices into Youth and Young Adult residential treatment services for the MA Dept. of Public Health. She has also worked extensively with adolescents and young adults as a Recovery Coach and Theatre Practitioner. She is the creator of the nationally-renowned Phoenix Tales Recovery Storytelling workshop which is currently under research as an evidence-based recovery support by the Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice at Northeastern University. She served as an Actor, Playwright, and Facilitator of Youth Workshops with the Theatre Prevention organization Improbable Players, and now serves as the Theatre Education Consultant for the Boston-based theater organization, 2nd Act. She recently co-directed the musical, This is Treatment, about Black and brown women in a residential substance addiction treatment program, with students at Northeastern University. She holds a degree in Theatre Education from Emerson College. You can learn more about her at www.meghannperry.com.EPISODE RESOURCESAmplifying Women’s Stories in Recovery AdvocacySHE RECOVERS Together OnlineSHE RECOVERS in ChicagoSHE RECOVERS® Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity and a global grassroots movement serving more than 325,000 women and non-binary individuals in or seeking recovery from life challenges including mental health issues, trauma and substance use. SHE RECOVERS is dedicated to redefining recovery, inspiring hope, ending stigma and empowering women to increase their recovery capital, heal themselves and help other women to do the same.If you found this conversation helpful please consider making a donation to our lifeline organization or sharing it with others who may benefit. We would love to also receive your rating and review of the SHE RECOVERS Podcast on your favorite platform.Visit sherecovers.org to donate today.LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSHE RECOVERS® Foundation Headquarters is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Tewa people—O’gah’poh geh Owingeh (White Shell Water Place)—now present day Santa Fe, New Mexico.

In this candid conversation our podcast host, Dr. Tiffany Wynn, speaks with storyteller, recovery coach and recovery advocate Meghann Perry. They discuss:<ul><li>Meghann's recovery story and how she created her storytelling workshops </li><li>Why and how the system of the recovery movement needs to be shaken up</li><li>How powerful and empowering storytelling can be in the recovery realm</li><li>The importance of women's stories</li></ul>ABOUT MEGHANN PERRY Meghann Perry, CARC, RCPF, is an award-winning Storyteller, Theater Practitioner, Facilitator, Curriculum Designer and Addiction Recovery Coach Professional. She creates unique learning, growth and performance experiences for people of all ages utilizing a blended practice of Theatre, Storytelling, and Coaching principles, and is a nationally-known educator in the field of Recovery Coaching. She has designed and facilitated countless workshops for diverse groups, including those with mental health and substance use challenges, transgender youth, adults and allies, adoptive caregivers, non-profit boards, and others. Meghann recently integrated Theatre and Storytelling practices into Youth and Young Adult residential treatment services for the MA Dept. of Public Health. She has also worked extensively with adolescents and young adults as a Recovery Coach and Theatre Practitioner. She is the creator of the nationally-renowned Phoenix Tales Recovery Storytelling workshop which is currently under research as an evidence-based recovery support by the Institute for Health Equity and Social Justice at Northeastern University. She served as an Actor, Playwright, and Facilitator of Youth Workshops with the Theatre Prevention organization Improbable Players, and now serves as the Theatre Education Consultant for the Boston-based theater organization, 2nd Act. She recently co-directed the musical, This is Treatment, about Black and brown women in a residential substance addiction treatment program, with students at Northeastern University. She holds a degree in Theatre Education from Emerson College. You can learn more about her at <a href="https://www.meghannperry.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.meghannperry.com</a>. EPISODE RESOURCES <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/264999/episodes/%20https://sherecovers.org/amplifying-womens-stories-recovery-advocacy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amplifying Women’s Stories in Recovery Advocacy</a> <a href="https://sherecovers.org/together-online/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SHE RECOVERS Together Online</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/264999/episodes/%20https://sherecovers.org/chicago-event/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SHE RECOVERS in Chicago</a> SHE RECOVERS® Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity and a global grassroots movement serving more than 325,000 women and non-binary individuals in or seeking recovery from life challenges including mental health issues, trauma and substance use. SHE RECOVERS is dedicated to redefining recovery, inspiring hope, ending stigma and empowering women to increase their recovery capital, heal themselves and help other women to do the same. If you found this conversation helpful please consider making a donation to our lifeline organization or sharing it with others who may benefit. We would love to also receive your rating and review of the SHE RECOVERS Podcast on your favorite platform. Visit <a href="https://sherecovers.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sherecovers.org </a>to donate today. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SHE RECOVERS® Foundation Headquarters is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Tewa people—O’gah’poh geh Owingeh (White Shell Water Place)—now present day Santa Fe, New Mexico.