Realdrugtalk

Realdrugtalk We provide a program that gets you sober in the community and treats you like a whole person not just a label. We see a world without unnecessary suffering.

We are recovery oriented, person centred and trauma informed. Our plans are targeted at helping you meet your goals as an individual.

Every ember contributes to kindling the fire that becomes real change. Sometimes we need to clear away old dead trees to...
15/08/2025

Every ember contributes to kindling the fire that becomes real change. Sometimes we need to clear away old dead trees to make room for new growth. Connection Based Living helps you to create the kind of growth that you want to see in your life, by helping you gain control of your substance use.

🌟 **The Power of Kindness in Recovery** 🌟In recovery from substance use, treating each other with kindness is vital for ...
11/08/2025

🌟 **The Power of Kindness in Recovery** 🌟

In recovery from substance use, treating each other with kindness is vital for many reasons:

1. **Support**: Kindness creates a safe, supportive environment that boosts motivation.
2. **Emotional Health**: It promotes positive emotions and reduces stress, enhancing overall well-being.
3. **Connection**: Acts of kindness build meaningful relationships, essential for a strong support system.
4. **Modeling Behavior**: Kindness promotes healthy interactions, inspiring personal growth.
5. **Fighting Stigma**: It helps challenge negative perceptions and fosters acceptance.
6. **Encouragement**: A kind approach allows for constructive feedback and accountability.
7. **Resilience**: Kindness nurtures belonging and self-worth, helping individuals persevere.

Together, let’s uplift each other on the journey to recovery! 💖✨

Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are complex, chronic medical conditions characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use ...
10/08/2025

Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are complex, chronic medical conditions characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use that persists despite significant harmful consequences to an individual’s health, relationships, and overall life trajectory. This contemporary understanding represents a profound shift from historical perspectives that often viewed addiction as merely a moral failing or a lack of willpower. Modern neuroscience firmly establishes SUDs as conditions rooted in profound neurobiological alterations.

At a fundamental level, psychoactive substances are chemical compounds engineered to interact with the brain’s intricate communication system. They achieve their effects by interfering with the normal processes through which neurons send, receive, and process information. Some drugs, such as ma*****na and he**in, can directly activate neurons because their chemical structures closely resemble those of natural neurotransmitters, effectively mimicking the brain’s own chemical messengers. This interference leads to immediate psychoactive effects and, critically, to long-lasting neuroadaptations within the brain’s structure and function.

These progressive changes compromise normal brain function and are central to the transition from controlled, occasional substance use to chronic, difficult-to-control misuse. The brain’s reward circuitry, particularly the mesocorticolimbic dopamine system, stands as a primary target for nearly all addictive substances, leading to pathological changes that drive the addictive process. These fundamental brain changes can endure long after an individual ceases substance use, highlighting the chronic nature of SUDs.

It underscores that recovery is a complex process involving neurobiological healing and behavioral retraining, extending far beyond a simple choice to stop. Connection Based Living gives you the tools and support that you need in order to stop substance use from ruling your life.

I was loved back to life. When I was stuck in the grips of addiction I was lost, confused and sad about my life. One of ...
06/06/2025

I was loved back to life.

When I was stuck in the grips of addiction I was lost, confused and sad about my life.

One of the biggest things that pulled me out of it was I was loved back to life.

I had some important people love and believe in me when I couldn’t believe in myself.

If you’re struggling, just know that things get better.

And if you don’t have those people in your corner, let me and our team be those people.

Stay strong. You’re only one shift away from changing everything.

I was loved back to life. I
06/06/2025

I was loved back to life.

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Before you go to rehab, you have to know the facts. Check out the free report in my bio.
05/06/2025

Before you go to rehab, you have to know the facts.

Check out the free report in my bio.

“Behind the smile in the “after” is a thousand choices no one saw”Society loves the classic story of redemption with no ...
02/06/2025

“Behind the smile in the “after” is a thousand choices no one saw”

Society loves the classic story of redemption with no “icky bits” in the middle.

My truth is recovery hasn’t been a linear path.

Theirs been relapse, loss, despair, pure elation, success and failure.

I used to hate when people would say they appreciated the hard times, but now I kinda know what they mean.

I’ve learnt that discovering happiness has often come from knowing pain.

Now more than ever I realise life is a journey not a destination…

And in this realisation true recovery can begin


No mater where I’m at on that journey I’ll try to enjoy all the parts.

This is why I now know

Controversial topics  Today is a day to get you thinking about some of the big questions and how they might be relevant ...
12/02/2025

Controversial topics
 
Today is a day to get you thinking about some of the big questions and how they might be relevant to you.
Below are a few controversial topics for you to sink your teeth into – if you want to. They have been simplified in order to keep them succinct, but the meat is on the bones.
YOU have a lived experience of substance use. YOU have a voice that matters.
1.     Overprescription of Painkillers – Are doctors responsible for the opioid crisis?
2. Addiction as a Disease vs. Choice – Should addiction be treated as a medical condition or a moral failing?
3. Va**ng vs. Smoking – Is va**ng a safer alternative or just as harmful?
4. Big Pharma’s Role in Addiction – Should pharmaceutical companies be held accountable for opioid deaths?
5. Underage Substance Use – Should there be harsher penalties for parents supplying alcohol or w**d to teens?

Tell us what you think in the comments.

Harm Reduction: A Public Health ImperativeSubstance use is a complex issue that cannot be solved through punishment or s...
10/02/2025

Harm Reduction: A Public Health Imperative

Substance use is a complex issue that cannot be solved through punishment or stigma. Harm reduction is a compassionate, evidence-based approach that prioritises safety, dignity, and public health over criminalisation. Instead of asking, “Why don’t they just stop?”, harm reduction asks, “How can we keep people alive and healthy?”
What Is Harm Reduction?

Harm reduction acknowledges that substance use exists and seeks to minimize risks rather than enforce abstinence. These are just some examples employed in Australia or overseas:

✅ Syringe Exchange Programs – Prevent the spread of HIV & hepatitis C

✅ Naloxone Distribution – Reverse opioid overdoses & save lives

✅ Supervised Consumption Sites – Provide safe spaces to prevent overdoses & connect users to care

✅ Fentanyl Test Strips and Free Drug Testing Facilities – Allow people to check substances for deadly contaminants

✅ Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) – Help people manage substance use and recovery safely

Why It Works:
🔹 Reduces Overdoses – Supervised consumption sites have prevented thousands of deaths

🔹 Improves Public Health – Syringe programs lower infection rates and reduce strain on healthcare

🔹 Encourages Treatment – By building trust, harm reduction connects people with recovery resources

🔹 Respects Human Rights – It treats people who use substances with dignity, not punishment

The Bottom Line:
Harm reduction objectively and empirically saves lives. It is backed by science, supported by healthcare experts, and proven to be effective. We must advocate for policies that prioritise health over punishment and stop stigmatising Medication Assisted Treatment and Safe Injecting Rooms—because no one should have to die from a preventable overdose.

TESTIMONIAL: “For years, I tried 12-step programs, convinced they were the only path to recovery. But instead of feeling...
09/02/2025

TESTIMONIAL:

“For years, I tried 12-step programs, convinced they were the only path to recovery. But instead of feeling empowered, I felt trapped. The message I kept hearing was that I was an ‘addict’ above all else, and if I ever slipped up, I’d lose everything and be right back at square one. Medication-assisted treatment was something I relied on to manage my opioid use, but in those rooms, it felt like a mark of failure rather than a tool for stability. I started to believe that my identity was wrapped up in addiction, and the more I saw myself that way, the more isolated I became. It felt like I was living in a box, unable to move forward into the life I actually wanted.

Finding Connection Based Living and working with Jack completely changed my perspective. Instead of focusing on ‘staying clean’ as my entire purpose, I started to look at what actually mattered to me—my values, my goals, and the deeper reasons behind my substance use. Jack helped me see that I wasn’t broken, I wasn’t doomed to a lifetime of struggle, and that real recovery meant building a meaningful, fulfilling life, not just avoiding relapse. For the first time, I don’t feel like I’m constantly battling against myself. I have direction, purpose, and the confidence to move forward. I’m no longer just ‘an addict’—I’m a whole person with a future worth living.”

If you find yourself surrounded by negativity, it is important to remember that there are always elements in your enviro...
06/02/2025

If you find yourself surrounded by negativity, it is important to remember that there are always elements in your environment that are healthy, refreshing, and healing. Through mindfulness, you can develop the awareness to recognize and appreciate their presence in your life.

Acknowledging the existence of these positive influences allows you to draw strength from them. When you encounter something beautiful in nature, take a moment to fully engage with it. Set aside five minutes to breathe deeply and immerse yourself in the experience, allowing yourself to be present and attuned to its restorative power.

Connection Based Living emphasizes the healing power of slowing down as a means to better understand yourself and your unconscious drivers. By taking the time to pause and reflect, you create the space needed for self-awareness and growth, ultimately fostering a deeper sense of clarity and balance in your life.

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Find Your Values, Find Your FreedomHealing from harmful substance use isn’t just about quitting—it’s about rebuilding a ...
06/02/2025

Find Your Values, Find Your Freedom

Healing from harmful substance use isn’t just about quitting—it’s about rebuilding a life that aligns with what truly matters to you. Your values are your compass, guiding you toward fulfillment and lasting change.

Why Values Matter in Healing
Harmful substance use often disconnects you from your true self. Reconnecting with your values—love, honesty, creativity, service—restores purpose and motivation. When you live in alignment with your values: 🔥 You stay committed to your growth. 🔥 You make choices that empower you. 🔥 You build stronger, healthier relationships.

Growth Through Connection:
Healing thrives on connection—with yourself, others, and a greater purpose. 💡 
Self-Reflection: What lights you up? What kind of person do you want to be? 🤝 
Supportive Relationships: Surround yourself with people who uplift and encourage growth. 

🌍 Greater Purpose: Engage in service, creativity, or spirituality to stay grounded.
Aligning Your Actions:
Live your values daily—set boundaries, pursue passions, make amends, and choose what nourishes your soul. Healing isn’t just about letting go; it’s about creating a life you love. 💙

Connection based living can help you on the journey to finding those values that matter most to you as you heal, creating a life that is part of your transformation – on the pathway to who you want to be.

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