Arlina Allen: From Addiction to Advocacy Through Recovery
When your message moves you, you will move the masses. Being on the online recovery community, we see that there is such a need for the message to be delivered, and Omar and I both know how transformative hosting a podcast has been, not only just for me personally, but for those around us.
What happens when you finally face the emotional pain you've been hiding from? Arlina Allen knows this journey all too well. In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, host Omar Pinto welcomes Arlina, a writer and the host of The ODAAT Chat Podcast, to share her compelling story of overcoming addiction. Sober since 1994, Arlina opens up about using drugs and alcohol to escape her emotional turmoil and the fantasy world she created to cope.
She believed that finding the perfect man would solve all her problems, but reality had other plans. Through years of self-examination and working the steps, she found her way to sobriety and a fulfilling life. Arlina also discusses how podcasting has not only been a tool for her personal growth but has also helped others on their recovery journeys. She emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant in recovery, recognizing complacency, and letting go of external validation.
With candid insights and heartfelt advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical tips on their path to sobriety.