Dopey 484: Coke, Heroin, Pills, Stealing, Sexual Trauma, Ketamine "I started doing a lot of coke to try and combat the sickness because, you know, science." Allegra O on Dopey!

This week on dopey! We are joined by Allegra Okarmus! She gets into the super nitty gritty of her experiences of drugs, addiction and dumb shit! Daughter of a Christian Scientist Mother and Soprano's Actor Father(he played Tony's dad - Johnny Boy on thje show) Allegra ran the gamut of all things Dopey! From getting kicked out of Mountainside for romance - to her connection to Chris, her overcome serious sexual trauma, debilitating drug addiction to managing the continuing care program for Mountainside her journey had it all! PLUS voicemails, emails, celebration and more this week on a brand new fucked up episode of that good old Dopey show! Emilia's Notes: kicked out of mountainsidechris's facebook messagesvape built into the dash of a truckmdmamom's religionsexual assault, sexual traumaxanax blackoutsaccidental k-holeoutdoing her friends with drugssex for heroinboyfriend's seizures, selling heroin on craigslistarrested for shopliftingpulled a knife on her boyfriendrobbing touristssponsoringrelapse without drugsreminiscing about mountainsidefaltering recoverydad's deathsober parenting AI's Notes: Summary: In this episode of Dopey, Dave talks about upcoming events and shares stories from listeners. He also interviews Allegra O'Karmis, a manager of Continuing Care at Mountainside Recovery. They discuss Allegra's journey to recovery and her role in helping clients transition from residential treatment to aftercare. The conversation touches on the importance of continuing care and the challenges of staying sober after treatment. Allegra shares her experiences of drug addiction and trauma, including instances of rape. She discusses her upbringing in a strict and religious household, her early experimentation with drugs, and her move to St. Thomas and later Tampa. Allegra reflects on her identity as a party girl and the role drugs played in her life. She also explores the complex emotions and confusion surrounding her experiences of rape. The chapter ends with Allegra being sent back to New York by her mother. In this part of the conversation, David Manheim discusses his descent into addiction and the challenges he faced during that time. He talks about his struggle with withdrawal, his use of various drugs, and the consequences of his addiction on his relationships and life. Eventually, he reaches a turning point and seeks help at a treatment center. In this final part of the conversation, David and Allegra discuss their experiences in recovery and the challenges they face as sober parents. They emphasize the importance of finding joy and replacing old behaviors with healthier ones. They also touch on the fear of relapse and the need for community and support. The episode ends with a cover of Dave's song 'Good So Bad' on the banjo by a listener named Jake. KeywordsDopey, addiction, recovery, treatment, continuing care, Mountainside Recovery, drug addiction, trauma, rape, upbringing, experimentation, party girl, identity, addiction, withdrawal, drugs, heroin, cocaine, treatment, recovery, recovery, sober parenting, joy, replacing behaviors, fear of relapse, community, support Takeaways Continuing care is an essential part of the recovery process, helping individuals transition from residential treatment to aftercareTreatment can provide support and structure, but it's what individuals do after treatment that determines their long-term sobrietyThe availability of free resources and support can vary, making it challenging for individuals to navigate their recovery journeyReading messages from deceased loved ones can be a way to process grief and feel connected to themRecovery is a personal journey, and what works for one person may not work for another The influence of upbringing and environment on drug addictionThe complex emotions and confusion surrounding experiences of rapeThe role of drugs in shaping identity and relationshipsThe impact of strict religious beliefs on personal choices and behaviors David's addiction led him to use various drugs, including opiates, cocaine, and ketamine.He experienced withdrawal symptoms and used other drugs to combat the sickness.His addiction affected his relationships and led to risky behavior, such as sleeping with others for drugs.David's father tried to intervene and get him help, but he resisted initially.Eventually, David reached a breaking point and sought treatment at a rehab center. Finding joy and replacing old behaviors with healthier ones is crucial in recovery.Being a sober parent comes with its own challenges, but putting oneself first is essential for being able to show up for the children.Having a community and support system is important in maintaining sobriety.The fear of relapse is a common concern, but staying connected to a recovery program can help prevent it.Sharing personal experiences and stories can provide hope and inspiration to others in recovery. Titles Personalizing the Recovery JourneyThe Importance of Continuing Care in Recovery ...