Omar Pinto

The SHAIR Recovery Podcast

Omar Pinto

  • SP 251: SRC Guest Spotlight—Recovery Advocacy with Jesse Heffernan

SP 251: SRC Guest Spotlight—Recovery Advocacy with Jesse Heffernan

Tuesday 3rd December 2019

Join Jesse Heffernan on The SHAIR Recovery Podcast as he shares practical tips for getting involved in recovery advocacy and creating grassroots resources.
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63 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Engaging
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Supportive

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The SHAIR Recovery Podcast
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Omar Pinto
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Recovery Reimagined
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Jesse Heffernan: Championing Recovery Advocacy on The SHAIR Podcast

It doesn’t matter if you’ve been clean for decades or less than a year. Jesse answers all your questions about recovery advocacy and shares exactly how to get into the recovery movement based on what you like.
Feeling the urge to make a difference in the recovery community? Jesse Heffernan's got you covered. In this episode of The SHAIR Recovery Podcast, host Omar Pinto welcomes back Jesse for an engaging live Q&A with members of the SHAIR Recovery Community. Jesse, who first appeared on the show discussing 'Changing the Way We Talk About Recovery', has since expanded his work into recovery coaching, training, and support services.
He’s a powerhouse in helping individuals and organizations create much-needed grassroots recovery resources. Whether you've been sober for decades or just started your journey, Jesse offers valuable advice on how to dive into recovery advocacy. From becoming a volunteer advocate to making a career as a recovery coach, he shares practical steps to find your unique place in the movement.
Jesse also discusses starting your own Recovery Community Organization (RCO), emphasizing that there’s a role for everyone, no matter your skills or interests. Jesse's insights extend to the impact of technology on recovery advocacy and the importance of therapy and support groups in maintaining sobriety. He champions self-identification and openness within the recovery community, encouraging listeners to embrace their journey and seek out the resources they need.
This episode is a treasure trove of inspiration and practical tips for anyone looking to get involved in the recovery movement. Tune in and discover how you can contribute to this vital cause.