Healing Odyssey: A Journey Through Addiction and Mental Health

In this episode of The Healing Odyssey, Emma and Maggie Cee navigate the intricate world of addiction recovery and mental health. Delving into personal narratives, the discussion touches on the realities of ADHD, the journey towards self-discovery, and the impact of societal perceptions on mental health. By sharing their experiences, they aim to dismantle stigmas and provide a sense of understanding and hope. From uncovering the link between ADHD and addiction to embracing authenticity, this podcast seeks to illuminate the complex paths that many face and the resilience needed to overcome them.

Maggie Cee's Bio:

I am a neurodivergent creative activist and social entrepreneur living with ADHD, cyclothymia, and chronic pain. I founded Mindarium CIC, a lived-experience platform for wellbeing, creativity, and inclusion, and I lead the Co-Alc Alliance, a pioneering initiative addressing the overlooked risks of alcohol and cocaine use in suicide prevention.

My work combines professional expertise with personal lived experience. Over the past few years, I've developed and delivered campaigns, workshops, and resources that have reached thousands across Wales and beyond, including the See Say Signpost project and national suicide prevention forums. I've served as Chair of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Suicide and Self Harm Engagement Group, contributed to advisory boards such as the Wales National Centre for Suicide Prevention and Self Harm Research, and trained as a Samaritans volunteer.