Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
013: Leif H. “Life on Leif’s terms” shares his 15 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
013: Leif H. “Life on Leif’s terms” shares his 15 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
013: Leif H. “Life on Leif’s terms” shares his 15 yr story of addiction, drug abuse and alcoholism until he finds recovery!
Tuesday 12th May 2015
Leif H. shares his journey from addiction to recovery on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast. Discover his story of resilience and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Leif's Road to Recovery: A Tale of Resilience and Hope
And for me, you know, really understanding that that powerlessness and surrendering to the fact you know that I'm an addict and I can't control it. You know that surrender that I you know, I've never had the need to go back, and a lot of times all the other stuff I learned has crumbled.
Ever wondered what it's like to face addiction head-on and come out the other side? In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, host Omar Pinto sits down with Leif H., who opens up about his 15-year battle with addiction, drug abuse, and alcoholism. Leif, now 38 and celebrating 11 years of sobriety, takes listeners on a candid journey through his early encounters with marijuana and his eventual spiral into more dangerous substances.
Despite maintaining a facade of success in school, Leif was deeply ashamed of his addiction, keeping it hidden from his family. His drug of choice was opiates, but he avoided intravenous use. However, he still hit rock bottom and realized he needed help. Leif's turning point came when he decided to enter rehab and embrace the 12-step program. He emphasizes the crucial role of community support and the sense of belonging he found in the fellowship.
By surrendering to his addiction and acknowledging his powerlessness over it, Leif was able to stay clean. Throughout the episode, Leif shares key lessons from his recovery journey and offers advice for those struggling with addiction. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far one falls, recovery is always possible with the right support and mindset. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking insight and inspiration on the path to sobriety.