#35: The first time Dana Smith walked into a Phoenix class, the simple question “how are you doing?” brought unexpected tears. After a long road to recovery that included addiction, incarceration, & living on the streets of Chicago, being able to answer that question with honesty and vulnerability was a brand new experience. With that same honesty and vulnerability, Dana shares her thoughts with us today.
Some of our conversation includes:
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Join the Phoenix community & sign up for classes with a single click by downloading The Phoenix App! In the app, you can connect with Liz, Bryce and other listeners in The Rise Recover Live Podcast Group. Let us know what you thought about today's episode, and what you'd like to hear in future shows! We can't wait to chat with you there.
Learn more about The Phoenix, sign up for classes, or become a volunteer at https://thephoenix.org/ .
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