Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
046-Omar Pinto- Host of The Shair Podcast -15 Years of Recovery!
046-Omar Pinto- Host of The Shair Podcast -15 Years of Recovery!
046-Omar Pinto- Host of The Shair Podcast -15 Years of Recovery!
Saturday 26th May 2018
Omar Pinto shares his journey from cocaine addiction to recovery advocate on The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast. Find hope and practical advice.
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Get the buttons here!Omar Pinto's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery Advocate
Our sole purpose is to create a bridge to a pathway. I'm a piece of shit, I'm not worth it, I have no value...And when we talk about if I can just help one person- because that's what we all say, yeah, that's what we all say, because it sounds like a good thing to say: right, if I can just help one person, I don't know if I can do a podcast Every Single Day, work on it.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a life marred by addiction into a beacon of hope for others? In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, host Arlina Allen sits down with Omar Pinto, the voice behind The Shair Podcast, to unravel his 15-year journey of sobriety. Born in California during the height of the cocaine cartel era, Omar's early life spiraled into chaos with substance abuse.
His addiction to cocaine cost him his job, his fiancée, and his self-worth. But hitting rock bottom became the turning point that led him to a 12-step meeting and the beginning of his recovery journey. Omar doesn't just recount his past; he shares the transformative power of community and spirituality in his recovery. He emphasizes how crucial it is to find a supportive network and engage in service to others.
This episode sheds light on how anonymity and non-judgment play pivotal roles in creating a safe space for recovery. With his podcast and online community, Share Space, Omar has become a lifeline for many struggling with addiction. His candid discussion with Arlina explores not just his personal experiences but also practical steps anyone can take to find hope and healing.
Whether you're at the start of your recovery or have been on the path for years, Omar's story offers invaluable insights and encouragement. Tune in for an episode filled with raw honesty, practical advice, and a message that recovery is possible for everyone.