Pete Cavallaro's Journey from Addiction to Recovery
Episode Overview
Pete Cavallaro shares his journey from addiction to recovery. The role of sports as an initial escape from negative feelings. Importance of community support and Narcotics Anonymous in recovery. The impact of family and friends in supporting recovery. Never giving up on hope and the possibility of a better life.
I knew that if I didn't change, I was going to be in jail for an extended period of time or I was going to be dead.
In this episode of Courage to Hope, host Tony LaGreca sits down with Pete Cavallaro, the Director of Business Development for the New England Medical Group. Pete shares his deeply personal journey from addiction to recovery, offering a raw and honest look at the struggles and triumphs along the way. He opens up about his early exposure to drugs, the progression of his addiction, and the pivotal moments that led him to seek help.
His story is a testament to resilience and the power of support networks like Narcotics Anonymous. Pete also discusses the importance of finding external solutions to internal problems and how sports initially provided an escape before drugs took over. The conversation shifts to the critical role of community support in recovery, highlighting Pete's ongoing commitment to helping others through his work and personal involvement in recovery groups.
This episode is not just for those battling addiction but also for families and friends seeking to understand and support their loved ones. It's a compelling narrative that underscores the importance of hope, perseverance, and never giving up on the possibility of a better life.