Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
SHAIR 176: Against the Odds with Christopher Velona
SHAIR 176: Against the Odds with Christopher Velona
SHAIR 176: Against the Odds with Christopher Velona
Tuesday 26th June 2018
Join Chris Velona on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast as he shares his journey from addiction to advocating for a cure for Batten Disease.
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Get the buttons here!Christopher Velona: Battling Addiction and Batten Disease
Expectations are nothing but planned disappointments, brother.
What do you do when life throws you not one, but two massive challenges? Meet Christopher Velona, a man who faced both addiction and his son's devastating diagnosis of Batten Disease. In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, host Omar Pinto sits down with Chris to explore his incredible journey. Growing up in a wealthy California family, Chris fell into heavy drinking early on.
Thanks to his connections, he managed to dodge many consequences until his relationships crumbled and his parents disowned him. Realizing he had hit rock bottom, Chris turned to Alcoholics Anonymous and began his path to sobriety. His clean date? September 28th, 1996. But life had another curveball in store. Chris's son was diagnosed with Batten Disease, a fatal neurological disorder that slowly takes away a child's abilities.
Determined not to let this break him, Chris founded Project Sebastian, a charity dedicated to finding a cure for the disease. Throughout the episode, Chris talks about how daily routines and meditation help him stay sober, and how the power of community has been crucial in his recovery. He also shares the emotional toll of his son's condition and the hope that keeps him fighting every day.
This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about resilience in the face of unimaginable challenges. Chris's story is a testament to the power of hope, community, and the relentless pursuit of a better future. Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and find out how he's turning his struggles into a mission to help others.