It’s been a wild week at Gateshead recovery connections. Can I hear some good news stories please? As we all know little wins have big impact and anything to boost my moral would be greatly appreciated 🙂 I hope you’re all well and have a lovely weekend. I look forward to reading all of your positive impact stories.

@Marcus Ward @Olivia Steele @Paresh Lallu @Anthony Williams @David Collins @ross ( Get signed up ) This transcript captures a training session for recovery coaches conducted by the London Recovery Coaching Campus, featuring a collaborative and practical approach to professional development. Led by an experienced facilitator, the group of students—including Olivia, Anthony, Marcus, and Pares—navigates the complexities of lived experience as they transition from personal recovery to supporting others in a wellness space. The text is structured around real-time coaching simulations, where participants practice maintaining a "container" for conversation and receive constructive feedback using the "Even Better If" (EBI) model. Central themes include the stigmatisation of addiction, the necessity of professional boundaries, and the importance of entrepreneurial resilience when launching recovery-focused businesses. Ultimately, the source illustrates a shift from a traditional, shaming educational model toward an empowering, action-oriented environment designed to build practical skills for those working in the field of addiction and mental health.