Omar Pinto
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SHAIR 150: The Recovery Grab Bag with John DeLisa
SHAIR 150: The Recovery Grab Bag with John DeLisa
SHAIR 150: The Recovery Grab Bag with John DeLisa
Tuesday 26th December 2017
Join John DeLisa as he shares his journey from reckless drinking to sobriety while working as a performer on Viking Cruise Lines.
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Get the buttons here!John DeLisa: Navigating Sobriety on the High Seas
The word hope came to mind, and I didn't have that early in recovery.
Imagine trying to stay sober while working on a cruise ship. That's the unique challenge John DeLisa faces every day. A traveling performer on Viking Cruise Lines and a recovering alcoholic, John shares his rollercoaster journey from reckless drinking to finding sobriety. In this episode of 'The Recovery Revolution', hosted by Omar Pinto, John opens up about the hurdles of maintaining a recovery program while constantly on the move.
He dives into the importance of having a solid routine based on recovery principles and being prepared for any situation that might come his way. John also touches on the dangers of ego and the need for vulnerability in addiction recovery, highlighting how spirituality has played a crucial role in his journey. Beyond his recovery story, John is also a composer who uses his love for music to further recovery causes and promote environmentalism.
He even discusses his pride in being a published academic and how these achievements tie into his sobriety. Throughout the conversation, themes of humility, the significance of sharing stories, and the necessity of staying grounded, whether at emotional highs or lows, are prevalent. John's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about the continuous effort to stay sober in challenging environments. His experience sheds light on how recovery awareness can be brought to diverse settings, including college campuses.
Tune in to hear John's inspiring tale and discover how he manages to stay sober while living a life that many would find tempting.