Rising Peer
Bright HostTom_Flanagan
(he/him)
I lost my son Alex at age 29 after a decade of struggles with anxiety and substance use. The relief that I found came through those who understood loss through substance use. I host groups now to carry forward the relief that can come from sharing our stories, our pain, and our hopes. Recently I have been interviewed by the recovery group SADOD [ https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84251594149?pwd=5weCcj0RaSTFwqjRxR55d31m5A7DNX.1 ] and my own back story is found on my self-help website BlueSkiesRI.org.
Host Reviews
"Tom spoke eloquently, empathetically, and calmly. He shared his experiences in a way that created an environment that was welcoming and easy to let your guard down. I really appreciated having this time to speak with him."
"Very nice and kind. Willing to share his grief. Funny and loves poetry."
"This group was very insightful. The host was very helpful."
"The host shared his story of grief and that opened up the whole group to share. It was good to hear other people's experience with this, as grief comes and goes in life after the passing of a loved one. I feel better now. "
"Thank you so much everyone. Good session. hope to see you next time"
"Good topics and friendly, expressive host. "
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About
What I Hope to Share
I have been sharing stories of struggles with anxiety management and with grief for three years. I cannot promise what might be most helpful in our own situation, but I can share my own direct experiences and what I have taken away from experiences reported by clinical writers, poets, and alternative and complementary care providers.
What Brought Me to ShareWell
Sharewell offers an open an safe space to begin speaking about our unspeakable loss. You don't need to say anything until you feel like speaking. Sometimes understanding the depth of loss felt by others is helpful in itself. The groups I host work to be authentic with each other. This is where relief comes from.