Living Addy Free (Adderall): Real Stories, Tools, and Support for Thriving Beyond Stimulants

Ricki's journey in becoming Addy Free, from receiving a stimulant prescription at age 7 to discontinuing the medication at age 35, serves as a compelling illustration of the lasting impact Adderall and Vyvanse have on the body, mind, and soul. In this episode, we discuss all the issues that Ricki faced while taking Adderall and Vyvanse throughout her 28-year medication journey: - Unrealistic b...

In this powerful episode, we share the story of Anne Oliphant , a mother of three from South Carolina , and her journey through Adderall addiction and recovery . Anne opens up about how her Adderall use began during her school years, how dependency slowly took hold, and the moment she realized the medication she relied on for control was actually worsening her anxiety, perfectionism, and mental fo...

In this episode of the Addy (Adderall) Free Podcast , I sit down with Kenneth Dobbins , the therapist who supported me during rehab. Kenneth is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Austin, Texas , specializing in stimulant addiction, Adderall dependency, Vyvanse recovery, and trauma-informed addiction treatment . With a unique background in collegiate football coaching , Kenneth brings a gro...

In this interview, I'm excited to welcome Kenneth Dobbins, my therapist from Rehab. Based in Austin, TX, Kenneth is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in addiction and recovery. With a background in collegiate football coaching, he employs trauma-focused CBT, IFS, and EMDR in his therapy practice, focusing on a person-centered, trauma-informed approach. In this episode, we discuss...

Kimberly's White Flag Yoga practice is dedicated to rekindling our connection with the central nervous system through purposeful movement. By doing so, it empowers individuals to confront trauma and unearth their authentic selves. This holistic approach not only aids in navigating the repercussions of substances like Adderall and Vyvanse, which directly affect the central nervous system, but a...

In this powerful episode of the Addy Free Podcast , I sit down with Beau Payne —published author, keynote speaker, recovery coach, mental health advocate, and host of The Beau Payne Show Podcast —to explore the dangerous progression of Adderall addiction and stimulant tolerance . Beau shares how developing a tolerance to prescription Adderall led him down a devastating path toward methamphetamine...

About BWBW Breathe Well Be Well’s mission is to inform, empower, and support clients through their breath, movement, and thought patterns utilizing myofunctional therapy, breathwork, meaningful movement, and meditation practices. Combining both her professional and personal background, founder Perrin White loves most helping clients find their deepest, truest breath through better learning about t...