Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
RR 232: Mastering Midlife Addiction and Recovery with Mark J. Silverman
RR 232: Mastering Midlife Addiction and Recovery with Mark J. Silverman
RR 232: Mastering Midlife Addiction and Recovery with Mark J. Silverman
Tuesday 23rd July 2019
Mark J. Silverman discusses his journey from addiction to a joyful, purposeful life on The Recovery Revolution podcast.
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73 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Mark J. Silverman: A Journey from Self-Destruction to Joyful Living
I live in, you know, just outside of Washington D.C., in what looks like a small town where my kids grew up and my ex-wife lives here. And I live around the corner from my ex-wife and you know there is no perceptible gossip ever. My kids have never gotten any crap for the way I live my life, and I'm really, I feel, really blessed about that.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a life marked by addiction and self-destruction into one filled with joy and purpose? Meet Mark J. Silverman, a successful professional, coach, author, and host of the Mastering Midlife Podcast. In this episode of The Recovery Revolution, Mark opens up about his tumultuous past, shaped by childhood trauma and a relentless pursuit of self-destruction through alcohol, drugs, and sex addiction.
Even after getting sober, he found himself grappling with self-loathing and planning his own exit from this world. But that's not where his story ends. Mark's journey is a testament to the power of transformation. Through coaching and deep introspection, he shed both the positive and negative labels he had attached to himself. Today, he lives a life brimming with creativity and joy, having discovered his true identity and purpose.
This episode isn't just about Mark's past; it's about the messy, beautiful process of finding freedom and embracing life. If you're navigating your own path to recovery or supporting someone who is, Mark's story offers a beacon of hope and a blueprint for change.