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Empowering Gay Men in Recovery from Chemsex
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Pierre interviews Ignacio Labayen de Inza, the founder and CEO of Controlling Chemsex, a charity that provides support to individuals affected by chemsex. Ignacio shares his personal journey and the reasons behind starting the charity. They discuss the complexities of chemsex, its impact on the queer community, and the need for awareness and support. They also delve into the misconceptions surrounding chemsex and the importance of addressing issues such as isolation, internalised homophobia, and mental health. This episode aims to shed light on the realities of chemsex and inspire positive change.
Show Notes:
- Introduction to Ignacio and his background in supporting individuals struggling with drug use
- Definition of chemsex and its association with sexual activity under the influence of drugs
- Exploring the need for connection, validation, and intimacy that often underlies chemsex
- The vulnerability of the queer community and the impact of isolation and internalised homophobia
- Highlighting the importance of awareness and understanding among service providers
- Challenges and misconceptions surrounding chemsex, including the variety of substances involved
- The evolving landscape of chemsex, its spread beyond the gay community, and its geographical reach
- The role of support in helping individuals recover from chemsex addiction and reconnect with sober intimacy
- Short-term goal setting and effective strategies to manage cravings and unexpected triggers
- The need for proper planning and engaging in alternative activities to prevent relapse
- Ignacio's mission to raise awareness, provide support, and facilitate positive change in the realm of chemsex
Join Pierre and Ignacio in this insightful conversation that aims to inspire and support those impacted by chemsex.
Please like, comment and share with your friends.
🏳️🌈 ❤️ 🏳️⚧️
➜ FOLLOW Ignacio:
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/controllingchemsex
💻 Web - https://controllingchemsex.com
➜ FOLLOW Unapologaytic:
🌈 Unapologaytic: https://unapologaytic.com
📸 https://photo-monnerville.com
👋🏾 About The Unapologaytic Podcast
Hi I’m Pierre. I’m the founder of the ethical gay brand Unapologaytic as well as a male form photographer.
I want to use this podcast to explore LGBTQ+ culture and use this platform to share our stories and struggles. No matter who we are we’ve all got something to share and learn from each other.
🎶 Music from #Uppbeat - https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/take-u-higher License code: UDYUZW8IQU0IERDS
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Manage episode 378315123 series 3458152
Pierre interviews Ignacio Labayen de Inza, the founder and CEO of Controlling Chemsex, a charity that provides support to individuals affected by chemsex. Ignacio shares his personal journey and the reasons behind starting the charity. They discuss the complexities of chemsex, its impact on the queer community, and the need for awareness and support. They also delve into the misconceptions surrounding chemsex and the importance of addressing issues such as isolation, internalised homophobia, and mental health. This episode aims to shed light on the realities of chemsex and inspire positive change.
Show Notes:
- Introduction to Ignacio and his background in supporting individuals struggling with drug use
- Definition of chemsex and its association with sexual activity under the influence of drugs
- Exploring the need for connection, validation, and intimacy that often underlies chemsex
- The vulnerability of the queer community and the impact of isolation and internalised homophobia
- Highlighting the importance of awareness and understanding among service providers
- Challenges and misconceptions surrounding chemsex, including the variety of substances involved
- The evolving landscape of chemsex, its spread beyond the gay community, and its geographical reach
- The role of support in helping individuals recover from chemsex addiction and reconnect with sober intimacy
- Short-term goal setting and effective strategies to manage cravings and unexpected triggers
- The need for proper planning and engaging in alternative activities to prevent relapse
- Ignacio's mission to raise awareness, provide support, and facilitate positive change in the realm of chemsex
Join Pierre and Ignacio in this insightful conversation that aims to inspire and support those impacted by chemsex.
Please like, comment and share with your friends.
🏳️🌈 ❤️ 🏳️⚧️
➜ FOLLOW Ignacio:
📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/controllingchemsex
💻 Web - https://controllingchemsex.com
➜ FOLLOW Unapologaytic:
🌈 Unapologaytic: https://unapologaytic.com
📸 https://photo-monnerville.com
👋🏾 About The Unapologaytic Podcast
Hi I’m Pierre. I’m the founder of the ethical gay brand Unapologaytic as well as a male form photographer.
I want to use this podcast to explore LGBTQ+ culture and use this platform to share our stories and struggles. No matter who we are we’ve all got something to share and learn from each other.
🎶 Music from #Uppbeat - https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/take-u-higher License code: UDYUZW8IQU0IERDS
15 tập
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