Breaking the Stigma: Laurie Dhue on Recovery, Advocacy, and Finding Purpose

In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, we sit down with Laurie Dhue, a Certified Recovery Specialist and one of the nation’s leading recovery advocates. Laurie opens up about her journey from a successful career as a national news anchor to finding her purpose in long-term recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. She shares her candid insights on the importance of family support, the role of spirituality in recovery, and the fight to reduce stigma around addiction. Laurie also discusses her work with recovery platforms, her experience speaking at the White House, and her upcoming podcast, One Day at a Time. [00:00] Introduction: Welcome and episode overview. [01:00] Meet Laurie Dhue: Laurie shares her journey from national news anchor to recovery advocate. [04:30] The Moment of Grace: Laurie reflects on her personal turning point in choosing sobriety. [09:00] Recovery is a Family Effort: How family support can influence and sustain recovery. [12:30] Overcoming Stigma and Shame: Laurie explains the importance of removing barriers to seeking help. [18:00] Education and Advocacy: Laurie discusses her work with recovery platforms and speaking engagements. [24:00] The Fentanyl Crisis: Raising awareness about the dangers of synthetic opioids and advocating for education and Narcan availability. [30:00] Medication-Assisted Treatment: Laurie and the team discuss the evolving role of MAT in recovery. [36:00] Closing Thoughts: Laurie shares resources and ways to connect with her work. Grace in Sobriety: Laurie’s moment of clarity that inspired her commitment to recovery and how she has stayed sober for over 17 years. Advocating for Change: How Laurie uses her platform to raise awareness about addiction, reduce stigma, and provide education for families and communities. Family’s Role in Recovery: Why family involvement, patience, and education are critical in supporting a loved one’s recovery. Fighting the Opioid Epidemic: Laurie’s passion for addressing the ongoing fentanyl crisis and educating communities about harm reduction. Breaking Stereotypes: Laurie’s experience as a public figure in recovery and her mission to show the world what recovery looks like. Laurie DhueCertified Recovery Specialist and Recovery AdvocateLaurie Dhue is a Certified Recovery Specialist providing resources and support for individuals and families navigating the challenges of addiction. With over 25 years as an award-winning national news anchor for CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News Channel, Laurie shifted her focus to the recovery field after finding long-term sobriety. She is a sought-after speaker, recovery advocate, and the host of the upcoming podcast, One Day at a Time. Laurie has spoken at the White House and numerous national events to reduce stigma and raise awareness about the realities of addiction and recovery. Recovery Education: https://recoveryeducation.com Real Education: https://real.education.us Laurie’s Podcast: One Day at a Time (Launching October 2024) Instagram: @LaurieDhue Facebook: Laurie Dhue LinkedIn: Laurie Dhue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newwatersrecovery Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newwatersrecovery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-waters-recovery TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@newwatersrecovery_nc?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Podcast Website: https://www.findingnewwaters.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NOV2g85KExFWU5mTz5Gjw?si=f485f70900204da4 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-new-waters/id1684075608 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjfAIXtiOgy1XFcwAduXgXw YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuJOc6yLcjibGGAKgLYPCN47etJCY89mn&feature=share Google Podcast:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZmI2YTk3NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw