{"id":13389,"date":"2023-12-19T11:52:23","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T19:52:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/?p=13389"},"modified":"2024-01-17T10:54:45","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T10:54:45","slug":"experience-strength-hope-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/2023\/12\/experience-strength-hope-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience, Strength &#038; Hope 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Model Recovery Systems was glad to be one of the sponsors of the Writers in Treatment 13<sup>th<\/sup> Annual Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards Show, which took place on December 6, 2023 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WIT-group-1.png?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13394\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_6582-edited.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Picture of John Taylor and Melanie Arellano\" class=\"wp-image-13398\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Writers in Treatment hosts the annual Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards, publishes the biweekly Addiction\/Recovery eBulletin\u00ae, and organizes the international REEL Recovery Film Festival &amp; Symposium. The Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards acknowledges sober celebrities who have authored memoirs detailing their recovery journey. Notable past honorees include Sports agent and philanthropist Leigh Steinberg, KTLA News Anchor Courtney Friel, and actor Danny Trejo. This award recognizes individuals for their memoirs that honestly depict the path from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing their dedication and enthusiasm for raising awareness and diminishing the stigma associated with addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13399\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mike-ed-int.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13399\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13408\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3365.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13408\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13409\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3370.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13409\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13407\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3320-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13407\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13405\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3292-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13405\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13402\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mike-lynetta.png?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13402\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Previous Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards recipient John Taylor, co-founder of Duran Duran, had the honor of presenting this year\u2019s award to the beloved actor, Ed Begley Jr. for his memoir, &#8220;To the Temple of Tranquility&#8230;And Step On It!&#8221; Ed Begley Jr. is known for his versatile career in film and television, from roles on classic shows such as St. Elsewhere to recent performances in Better Call Saul and Young Sheldon. His book covers various aspects, including his relationship with his legendary father, encounters with Hollywood icons, the origins of his environmental activism, addiction, and recovery experiences, and his ongoing quest for wisdom and common ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/john-ed-mike.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13400\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13404\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ed-begley-jr.png?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13404\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The awards show was hosted by comedienne Paula Poundstone. It featured captivating performances including spoken word poetry by James Black, a musical showcase by Julian Velard from New York City, and a headline comedy performance by the talented Wendy Liebman. Gratitude was expressed to the sponsors by actress Joanna Cassidy. Tony Denison presented the \u201cAnnual Reel Film Festival\u2019s Audience Favorite Award\u201d to Meredith Johnston for the \u201cWherever You Are, There You Go\u201d feature film. The film features the character Baby, an addict in recovery, who embarks on a cross-country journey to make amends to those she\u2019s wronged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13403\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/sponsors.png?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13403\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13401\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leonard.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13401\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13410\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3439.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13410\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2008 by Leonard Lee Buschel and Robert Downey Sr., Writers in Treatment is a unique organization that aids individuals in the writing industry grappling with alcoholism and drug addiction to access treatment. Grounded in the arts and recovery, the organization strives to save lives by advocating for treatment as the primary solution for addiction and alcoholism, reducing stigmas through cultural events, and providing support for individuals on the path to recovery. They emphasize the importance of community, entertainment, and cultural stimulation in inspiring enthusiasm for clean and sober living while offering free referrals to treatment providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13406\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3317-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13406\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"13411\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socialmodelrecovery.org\/staging\/8105\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_3436.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13411\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world where the stigma surrounding addiction persists, organizations such as Social Model Recovery Systems and Writers in Treatment continue to make strides toward change. The Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards Show not only honors those who have triumphed over addiction but also serves as a beacon of hope for others beginning their journey toward a healthier, sober life. The event reinforces the message that recovery is possible, and with community support, individuals can find the strength to overcome addiction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Social Model Recovery Systems was glad to be one of the sponsors of the Writers in Treatment 13th Annual Experience, Strength &amp; Hope Awards Show, which took place on December 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