Its been nothing short of amazing. We spend alot of time visiting and getting to know folks in the local kava scene and have heard all sorts of success stories of beating addiction and dependence. For reference, I'm a pharmacist by trade who works in the mental health and addiction field. Hearing story after story of these people finding success in kava to help them with addiction, anxiety, and even pain has been extremely heartening.
Pharmacist with medical PhD here. The goal is noble* but social support must not be disregarded during alcohol withdrawal.
It really is fantastic to see. I, personally, am one as well. Kava erased my cravings for opioids way back in 2005 and I knew there had to be something special about it. We're starting to see more people getting involved with kava that have previously been in the addiction treatment field. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. We need more people on the up and up with kava who have a background in addiction and medicine.
It's really interesting how many of us have come to kava from similar backgrounds concerning addiction. I started with a 25 year eating disorder and when one escape isn't working I turned to a few. Alcohol and bulimia were the biggest dragons in the end. Not that I didn't try other things. Of course I've done a massive amount of work on myself as well.
This is so very true. Every kava lounge/bar is different and has its own vibe, but what they all have in common (besides kava) is a safe-space kind of feel. It's been a wonderful experience to meet and connect with folks from all walks of life, and hear them open up freely about their stories. It goes to show that the culture behind kava transcends the root itself.
I am glad to help. It's an idea that came about during a time of healing in my own life and I am glad it has brought value to others in theirs.
Is safe space "cozy" in this context?
