Omar Pinto
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010: “The White Boy”- Alan B. shares his 8 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
010: “The White Boy”- Alan B. shares his 8 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
010: “The White Boy”- Alan B. shares his 8 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
Tuesday 21st April 2015
Listen as Alan B. recounts his journey from teenage experimentation to recovery in this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast with Omar Pinto.
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Get the buttons here!Alan B’s Raw Tale: From Teen Experimentation to Triumphant Recovery
I felt like the guy that couldn't accomplish anything, that was scared, that did what I was supposed to do inside my head and then on the outside, I would try to portray this guy that was completely confident, that had it all figured out, everything was perfect, all this kind of stuff like that, and in the end it all crashes because you can't do that, you can't do it.
What happens when teenage curiosity spirals into a full-blown addiction? In this gripping episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, Omar Pinto sits down with Alan B., who opens up about his intense eight-year battle with alcohol and drugs. Alan's story begins at 15, when he first dabbled in alcohol and marijuana. By 19, he was entangled in the dangerous world of cocaine and crystal meth.
Alan paints a vivid picture of how his addiction wreaked havoc on his life, affecting his education and relationships. He describes the facade he maintained, trying to appear confident and in control while feeling lost inside. 'I felt like the guy that couldn't accomplish anything,' Alan admits, sharing his internal struggles. His journey to recovery wasn't a straight path but one marked by significant challenges and the crucial support he received along the way.
This episode offers a candid look at the realities of addiction and the hard-fought road to sobriety. It's a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar issues, highlighting the power of honesty and support in overcoming addiction.