Aleksandra Bembnista & Tony Cassese: Love, Recovery, and Glorious Beginnings
Recovery can be whatever you choose it to be.
What happens when two people in long-term recovery join forces? In this heartfelt episode of 'The Way Out', co-host Jason chats with Aleksandra Bembnista and Tony Cassese, a dynamic duo in the recovery community. Aleksandra, the founder of the nonprofit Glorious Recovery, and Tony, an addiction recovery professional, share their individual journeys to sobriety and how an unexpected accident became a turning point for Aleksandra's recovery.
Tony also opens up about his own struggles and triumphs over addiction, providing a raw and honest look into his path to sobriety. The couple’s story takes a romantic turn as they recount how they met, fell in love, and combined their passion for helping others to create Glorious Recovery. This organization aims to bring joy and support to those on their recovery journey.
Throughout the episode, they emphasize the power of community, the importance of self-awareness, and the need to break the stigma surrounding addiction and recovery. They also discuss their efforts to make workplaces more supportive for people in recovery. With memorable advice like 'Recovery can be whatever you choose it to be' from Aleksandra and 'Identify and maintain your own balance' from Tony, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration.
Tune in to hear their powerful story and learn how love and passion can fuel a life of sobriety.