Dr. Cali Estes
Dr. Cali Estes
EP121: Peter DiStefano
EP121: Peter DiStefano
EP121: Peter DiStefano
Tuesday 13th May 2025
Join Peter DiStefano on 'Unpause Your Life' as he shares his 27-year sobriety journey, exploring addiction's challenges in the music industry.
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Dr. Cali Estes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Peter DiStefano shares his 27-year journey to sobriety.
- Discusses the prevalence of drugs like fentanyl in the music industry.
- Highlights the importance of harm reduction and tailored recovery plans.
- Explores the emotional and mental aspects of addiction.
- Advocates for reducing stigma around addiction recovery.
For me, it was always when someone would try to hold it back and they thought they were doing the right thing.
Get ready for an engaging chat with Peter DiStefano on 'Unpause Your Life', where rock and roll meets recovery. Dr. Cali Estes and Master Coach Jenny Fontana sit down with the legendary guitarist from Porno for Pyros and the Psychedelic Furs to explore the highs and lows of addiction in the music industry. Peter shares his journey of sobriety, now spanning 27 years, and offers a candid look at the challenges he faced during his career.
He paints a vivid picture of life on tour, where drugs initially masked stage fright but quickly became a necessity, leading to multiple overdoses and interventions. The episode doesn't shy away from the grim realities of addiction, with Peter recounting his experiences with fentanyl and cocaine, and the lifesaving role Narcan played in his survival. Yet, it's not all doom and gloom; there's a strong focus on hope and change. Dr.
Estes and Peter discuss innovative approaches to recovery that offer more personalised paths to sobriety, highlighting the importance of harm reduction and understanding individual needs. Peter's story is a testament to the power of choice in recovery, advocating for tailored solutions that allow people to function and thrive at their own pace. Whether you're curious about the rock star lifestyle or looking for insights into addiction recovery, this episode promises a blend of raw honesty and inspiring ideas.
So, why not take a moment to listen and see how you can apply these lessons to your own life?