Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera

Recovery Matters! Podcast

rebecca@ccar.us (Sandy Valentine, Phillip Valentine, Michael Serrano)

  • "The Peacemaker" Talks Recovery

"The Peacemaker" Talks Recovery

Wednesday 30th September 2020

Listen to Michael Serrano, 'The Peacemaker', discuss his journey from addiction to recovery and the importance of community support.
36 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Engaging

About this podcast

Recovery Matters! Podcast
Author:
Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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The Peacemaker's Path: Michael Serrano on Finding Recovery and Helping Others

Every time somebody that I meet tells me their story, there's something that I learn from them, that I can always use for the next person that I meet.
Ever wondered how a nickname like 'The Peacemaker' comes about? Michael Serrano shares his story from the streets of Hartford to his journey into recovery. He opens up about the voice in his head that kept him using, even when life was falling apart. Michael’s candid reflections on his early days with CCAR and his first All Recovery Meetings offer a raw look at the struggle and hope intertwined in recovery.
Today, he explains what recovery means to him and how becoming a Recovery Coach has shaped his life. His tale is a testament to the power of community, active listening, and the importance of giving back. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Michael's story is sure to resonate and inspire.