Overcoming Addiction with Human Connection

Queens Stand Up

Addiction is a brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewardingstimuli despite adverse consequences. Addiction can derive from us being unhappy with ourselves or the condition of our lives. Our guest Essi Bagheri, found himself in the clutches of some of the most challenges experiences as a child soilder leading him into the hands of addiction. He overcame by connecting with a group of supportive people who helped him over come the additciton one moment at a time.