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Empowering Change: Shannon's Insights on FASD and Mental Health

In this episode of Living with FASD, Shannon returns to share her journey over the past three years since her last appearance. She discusses her diagnosis and her active involvement in the FASD community, including serving on various boards and mentoring adolescents with FASD. Shannon highlights her work as a peer supporter and the development of her innovative program called 'Anchor,' designed to provide accessible mental health support through bite-sized information. The program focuses on self-reflection and practical tools to help individuals manage their mental health challenges without feeling overwhelmed. Throughout the conversation, Shannon emphasizes the importance of lived experience in her work, sharing insights from her own journey with addiction and mental health. She discusses the significance of community support and the need for greater awareness of FASD, particularly in mental health and addiction circles. The episode concludes with Shannon reflecting on her ongoing commitment to helping others navigate their challenges, underscoring the power of vulnerability and connection in fostering healing and growth. Takeaways "I have been up to a lot actually since the last time we spoke." "The goal was to provide just enough structure and self-reflection to not overwhelm people." "People often feel relieved just noticing that their reactions are rooted in physiology and not personal failure." "It's about the power of small steps, building slowly, letting things be good enough." "I just want other people to know that it's possible as well." As always, please remember to like, share, and follow the Living with FASD podcast to help spread awareness and understanding. If you would like to reach Patti, you can email her at mailto:livingwithfasdpodcast@gmail.com. Visit her website at http://www.patriciakasper.com to learn more about her coaching and professional development training services, or visit ttps://http://calendly.com/kaspertrainingand... to schedule a complimentary call. If you would like to pick up a copy of Patti’s book, Sip by Sip: Candid Conversations with Adults Living with FASD, visit http://www.books.by/yourfasdcoach or Amazon. (Both print on demand, but due to lower overhead costs, http://books.by is able to pay its authors a few more dollars in royalties.)  If you would like to reach Shannon, or to take her program, you can reach her at: http://www.instagram@shannonleebutt  or her website: http://www.shannonbutt.ca Chapters 00:00 Reconnecting After Three Years 02:59 Shannon's Journey and Community Involvement 03:58 Introducing the 'Anchor' Program 12:27 Feedback and Validation from the Pilot Program 20:07 The Impact of Peer Support 23:50 Future Directions in the FASD Space 29:19 Bridging FASD and Addiction Awareness 31:27 The Importance of Community Support