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Recovery advocate John Shinholser shares his personal journey with Kratom and its potential to revolutionize harm reduction. He details a groundbreaking study showing Kratom's effectiveness in aiding opioid detox and advocates for a new approach to recovery using plant-based solutions.
This episode includes some strong language. If four-letter words aren't your thing, you might want to skip this one. But if you're cool with it, let's dive in.
This week on Kratom Stories, Madalyn Sklar interviews John Shinholser, a leading voice in the recovery community who's experienced a powerful transformation through his own journey with Kratom. For decades, John has dedicated his life to aiding individuals recovering from substance abuse, founding the McShin Foundation, a peer-run recovery community center in Richmond, Virginia. However, his perspective shifted when he started noticing the positive impact Kratom had on individuals in his care, helping them manage various challenges without compromising their recovery.
John shares his eye-opening story of conducting a "survey" with 30 opioid addicts, providing them controlled access to Kratom for a week to assess its effectiveness in aiding detoxification. This bold experiment showcased the plant's potential as a harm reduction strategy, leaving John convinced of its value. He passionately advocates for greater understanding and acceptance of Kratom within the recovery community, battling against misinformation and harmful stereotypes surrounding the plant. He argues that Kratom has the potential to revolutionize recovery by offering a plant-based alternative to traditional treatment methods. Listen to John's insightful perspective on the future of harm reduction and plant-based recovery in this compelling episode.
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Please note: The views and experiences shared in this episode are personal and unique to the guest. Kratom, while featured prominently in these stories, is a botanical substance that is unregulated in the U.S. and various countries around the world. The Kratom Stories Podcast and its host, Madalyn Sklar, do not endorse, promote, or encourage the use of Kratom. We simply aim to shed light on personal experiences and narratives related to this plant. If you're considering using Kratom, we strongly urge you to seek professional medical advice, conduct thorough research, and comply with all local laws and guidelines.
President emeritus & Co-Founder at McShin Foundation
John Shinholser is a passionate advocate for recovery from substance use disorders. He served as President Emeritus of The McShin Foundation, which he co-founded in 2004 with his wife Carol McDaid. The foundation is a Virginia-based organization that provides peer-led support services and recovery resources to individuals and families affected by substance use. John has had a successful career as a business owner and has served on the boards of various organizations focused on substance abuse treatment and recovery.
He's received numerous awards for his lifelong commitment to recovery and his work establishing a robust recovery community model. And he's been a leading voice in the field, traveling across the US and internationally to share his expertise and advocate for greater access to recovery resources. John's expertise and dedication have contributed significantly to advancing peer-led recovery support and developing innovative programs that empower individuals to achieve a sustainable recovery. He retired from McShin in December 2023 and is working on his autobiography, reflecting on his personal journey and his impact in the field.
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