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In this week’s SHAIR Recovery Coaching call, we helped Chris navigate the uncomfortable world of boundaries. At home during the COVID-19 quarantine with his two adult sons, Chris has found himself engaging in maladaptive coping mechanisms to handle his frustrations. Even after nine years of sobriety from addiction, he's fearful that his kids still see him as the "Alcoholic Dad." With strained relationships, unspoken feelings, and living in close quarters, he's forced to take a look at the frayed relationships he doesn't want to lose. He must ask himself if it's worth holding onto them, or if he should begin to set boundaries and risk having his sons in his life to be seen in a light that he undoubtedly deserves. In this week’s SHAIR Recovery Coaching call, you’ll learn: How to identify negative patterns we’ve developed to cover up feelings of inadequacy. How to effectively set boundaries with family members. How to have deep conversations with loved ones about past addictive behavior How to get our needs met

"I felt nothing and it was such a glorious experience. I didn’t feel anxiety, depression, or out of place." That was Comedian Tiffany Jenkins first experience with alcohol. Years later, her addiction brought her to a desperate place where she prayed for death. Later, diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Depression, Mild Schizophrenia, and Bipolar Disorder, her inability to cope with these underlying issues kept her stuck in addiction for years. In this weeks SHAIR Podcast, you’ll learn about: The different patterns of codependency How mental health issues can prevent us from getting sober long-term Characteristics of empaths and how they can affect recovery The importance of gratitude and how it can change our perspectives, ultimately changing our life. Today, Tiffany Jenkins is a person in long-term recovery, a wife, mother, Best-Selling Author, and “funny lady” behind Juggling the Jenkins. Best known for her viral funny YouTube videos, she’s passionate about speaking on mental awareness, a

How do we combat the inner critic that tells us we’re no good? Negative self-talk is something we all have, and it’s one thing that prevents us from fulfilling our full potential. It’s in the moments of self-doubt, fear, and being uncomfortable with ourselves that we created self-soothing in the first place, and it’s in these moments we crave relief. If we’re not equipped with the proper tools, we can start to romance a drink, a drug or an unhealthy behavior. Even though we know it’s not good for us, when we give in the negative self-talk becomes louder and our inner critic becomes harsher. There’s a window of time in these moments where we can begin to pause, rethink, and reteach ourselves new habits to join the opposing forces of the internal battle inside of us, all while finding relief and self-soothing other ways.  Join Omar Pinto in this week’s SHAIR Recovery Coaching call as we ask hard questions, learn ways to shred the facade of the inner critic and empower ourselves to live out our full potential an

With no higher power or 12-step work, Meredith Atwood white-knuckled sobriety. After substance abuse, suicide attempts, and binge eating issues, she had realization that she would be dead within a year, and made the decision to stop drinking cold turkey. Growing up in a religious cult, Meredith couldn’t subscribe to the thought of surrendering. After compensating for her behavior with triathlons and Ironman competitions, she came to the point where she had to sit with herself and begin to truly heal.  As a former attorney, Meredith Atwood is a podcaster, speaker, and author of The Year of No Nonsense, and Host of “The Same 24 Hours” podcast. She’s been featured in The Boston Globe, The New York Post, the Seattle Times, and recovery advocate and contributing writer for Psychology Today. Holding onto the belief that we all have our own personal brands of “no nonsense,” in this inspiring conversation, Meredith takes us through the exploration of getting out of the way of our own personal happiness.  “Many of us

Setting effective boundaries is hard. In this week’s SHAIR recovery coaching call, we helped Brandi navigate boundaries with her Mother. It’s completely normal for all of us to expect our parents or loved ones to be loving people. However, when addiction, trauma, and other issues come into play, we can begin to feel responsible for our loved one's emotional state - fueling codependency. When this happens, many of us find ourselves in that all-or-nothing thinking. Do we sever the relationship for good, or give into unhealthy patterns? Once we do some healing on our end, there may be a middle ground we can learn to find. Setting effective boundaries gives individuals and family members the chance to get to know one another with mutual respect, form closer bonds, and continue to foster connection. Once we’re able to recognize that we’re not responsible for our loved one’s emotional state, we can begin to set effective boundaries by reframing our relationship, detaching with love, and getting support from those

At 38, Amberly Lago was a personal trainer, avid runner, and sponsored by Nike.  However, she never expected her life to turn upside down. Hit by an SUV, she underwent 34 surgeries to save her leg from amputation. Diagnosed with an incurable disease dubbed the “suicide disease” she lost her business, self-confidence, and dealing with chronic-pain in her leg quickly spiraled her into addiction.  Too scared to live, too scared to die, and a flicker of determination left, Amberly asked herself if she was going to sit back and play the victim or choose to be resilient and face unresolved trauma, past sexual abuse, and push forward to heal from chronic pain.  Today, Amberly Lago is a health and wellness coach, TEDx speaker, and a leading expert in the field of resilience and transformation. She is the best-selling author of “True Grit and Grace” and empowers people around the world by sharing how she turned a tragedy into triumph.  Through her book, coaching methods, and workshops she has curated unique tools to t

On this week’s Recovery Coaching call we helped Barbara, Jill, and Frank. Barbara feels like she’s running on low-energy. Wanting to sleep a lot, she is having trouble finding motivation to participate in activities that are conducive to her recovery. However, when she partakes in her favorite craft, she feels more energized. The group helped Barbara come to the realization that our bodies communicate to us through emotions. If we’re frustrated in a situation, it’s our body's way of telling us the situation is no longer beneficial to our well-being and peace of mind. If we’re not energized, it is a good indicator that we need to focus our attention elsewhere. Bringing more self-awareness to our bodies, the group helped Barbara employ practical ways to let go of negative self-talk and put tools into place to shift her energy. The group also helped Jill. Newly sober, Jill feels like she can’t be herself in social situations. Going into something unknown can cause undue stress and anxiety, but there are a few wa

This week on the SHAIR Podcast, we’re joined by author and advocate, Erica C. Barnett. Erica had tried everything to stop drinking. Detox after detox, and treatment center after treatment center, she continued to find herself in a state of relapse. Stating that rock bottom is a lie, Erica believes that it is always possible to go lower than your lowest point. Tumultuous relationships, and empty vodka bottles hid throughout her apartment defined her life, acting as both her tormentors and closest friends.  After waking up one day, Erica decided that she had enough. Reassessing her values and passions, she was able to transform her pain into purpose to help those in the same position she was once in and shares this inspiring and emotional story with us.  Today, Erica C. Barnett is a veteran Seattle-based reporter covering politics, housing, homelessness and addiction for a variety of local and national publications and her own website, The C Is for Crank. Her book, Quitter: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Re

There are multiple pathways to recovery, including recovery coaching. In our first Recovery Coaching call, Omar Pinto introduced us to his style of recovery coaching and the concepts behind it. By holding space for others, and using our intuition to guide us, we can help others address struggles, find accountability, and process uncomfortable feelings.  Today, we helped Tori begin to set effective boundaries with a friend. By taking part in self-care, setting effective boundaries can begin. The Recovery Coaching group held space for Tori by asking open-ended questions about her current situation and creating a sense of accountability and support by giving her self-care suggestions.  We also helped Valerie address accountability. Asking herself if she really wants to stay sober, her desire to drink has never been so strong, and she feels recovery is far out of reach. With limited meetings and accountability, Valerie is faced with the fearful decision to walk the unknown path of a sober life. However, with guid

After a tumultuous relationship, a five year heroin addiction, and three overdoses, Jeanae White had all but given up.  Trying 12-step support groups, multiple treatment centers, and therapy, Jeanae still struggled, felt sad, unhappy, and unfulfilled.  However, that all changed when Jeanae found plant medicine.  This week on the SHAIR Podcast, we’re joined by Jeanae White. As a yoga Instructor, Kambo Practitioner, and co-owner of New Life Ayahuasca, Jeanae’s inspiring story is one filled with spirituality, empowerment, and freedom.  From a hopeless state, Jeanae goes on to talk about how one small decision to try plant medicine gave her an eye opening experience that changed the course of her life. She states, “change is possible, happiness is possible, but the choice to get there is ultimately up to you.” Today, Jeanae’s life is truly a miracle. For the show notes and links for this episode go, here.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Live, Love, Heal! Join the SRC, here!  ***  G

Is there a past hurt or toxic trauma that’s keeping you from being your best self?  Whether it be a person, ex, principle, or a belief system, many of us are used to sitting across from doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists only to hear them tell us that there’s something wrong with us or we have a chemical imbalance.  However, what if the only chemical imbalance we have, is one that we created ourselves? This week on the SHAIR Podcast, we’re joined by Master Coach, Christine Hassler. Christine left her successful job as a Hollywood agent to pursue a life she could be passionate about. Christine believes once we get out of our own way, we can show up to make the meaningful impact we are here to make. Today, she teaches and inspires people around the world.  Based on the belief that any human being has the power to transform, Christine also gives us thought-provoking insight into her release-writing and tantrum exercises.  Where are you holding onto old resentments? How do you begin to heal past hurts? This i

Meditation should be easy, effortless, and joyous. In today's world, people are practicing meditation more than ever. Though, there are still many that aren't reaching the positive, uplifting, and spiritual effects that they desire. Dr. Susan Shumsky has dedicated her life to helping people take command of their lives in highly effective, powerful, and positive ways. This week she joins the SHAIR Podcast to talk about her book Third Eye Meditations: Awaken Your Mind, Spirit, and Intuition. Dr. Shumsky goes on to explain the purpose of guided meditation and how the way we speak to ourselves can manifest in our lives. She gives us simple yet powerful ways to begin the process of self-empowerment by reaching higher levels of consciousness though meditation and affirmations.  Meditation shouldn't be hard. Begin to open the doorway of infinite possibilities with these practical day-to-day tools we can each use to better our lives.  For the show notes and links for this episode go, here.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recove

Is it possible to quit drinking cold turkey without rehab and stay sober without AA? There are many different pathways to recovery and today’s guest is living proof that it’s possible to quit drinking and get sober on your own. The one and only Mishka Shubaly is back on The SHAIR Podcast! He’s here to talk about his new book Cold Turkey: How to Quit Drinking by Not Drinking, an unflinching, in-your-face companion to those who are ready to eliminate alcohol from their lives. Mishka talks about how he survived his first month alcohol-free and the inner shift that took place when he realized that life was unbelievably better without drinking. He also gives us his simple personal hacks for dealing with overwhelming feelings and sneaky cravings. It’s easier when we have people to lean on, but especially during these times of social isolation, it IS possible to quit drinking on your own. Are you ready to give yourself a chance to live a full, sober life? For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairp

Today we have Mark Gagarin on The SHAIR Podcast. He is the host of the Battle Tested, a podcast about triumph over adversity. It’s not only about the war with addiction. It’s about showing up as our best selves to every challenge we face in our lives. Mark believes that everything we’re experiencing can be used to benefit people. When we’re faced with opposition, there is always opportunity to serve. There’s always a lesson to learn, and the good parts and bad parts all have purpose as long as we use them to help someone else. Get ready to experience battle tested recovery! For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/273.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SRC - theshairpodcast.com/join-the-src.  ***  Get 1-on-1 Coaching with Omar Pinto! Click Here for more information and a FREE consultation - omarpinto.com/coaching.

Today we are excited to have Holly Whitaker on The SHAIR Podcast. She was the co-host of the HOME podcast, the bestselling author of Quit Like a Woman, and the founder of Tempest, a holistic, evidence-based digital recovery platform It’s not just people in addiction recovery who hit a bottom. We all will have that point of reckoning in our lives that will turn us inside out. The current pandemic will force many of us to reevaluate how we think about ourselves and the world. Holly talks about her struggle with the desire to be numb and escape oneself. She tells us that as people in recovery, we can lead the way through the dark night of the soul, showing others not only how to survive, but to come out on the other side with a new level of self-awareness, empathy, and acceptance. Did you know how powerful you are? For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/272.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Joi

We are thrilled to have Stefanos Sifandos on The SHAIR Podcast. He is a relational alchemist whose mission is to assist individuals in actualizing the fullness of their potentiality, to relate to each other with authentic love, to be conscious stewards of Earth, and to continue to evolve and expand the entirety of their being. He is also husband to Master Life Coach, Christine Hassler. Stefanos takes us deep into his past of sex addiction and the path he took to get to the place self-awareness and transformation he has reached today. He also talks about what humanity can learn during COVID-19 and how we can evolve to live in harmony with ourselves, each other, and nature to unlock our full potential, both individually and collectively. Stop hiding. Stop escaping. Start feeling. Start growing. Learn how in this episode! For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/271.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better N

A few months ago, life was normal and predictable. But the coronavirus has drastically changed our lives, seemingly overnight, and we are all reeling from the mental, emotional, and spiritual fallout. It is a challenge for those fighting addiction, but today's guest says it's a special opportunity for those in recovery. Today, we have Rabbi Simon Jacobson on The SHAIR Podcast. He is the author of the best-selling book Toward a Meaningful Life and heads The Meaningful Life Center. Rabbi Jacobson brings us profound insight and clarity into the chaos and upheaval coping with this pandemic. He urges us to take a deeper look toward our inner resources as a means to cope with the uncertainty of the coronavirus, because the only true security and safety lies in knowing our own souls. For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/270.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SRC - theshairpodcast.com/join

Our guest today is a bone cancer, heroin addiction, and coronavirus survivor. Matt Moremello is also an ayahuasquero at New Life Ayahuasca. Today he talks about what it was like to live through the coronavirus, his agonizing battle with opioids, and how ayahuasca saved his life. He also talks about how ayahuasca for recovery from addiction works, what to expect from an ayahuasca experience, and what kind of people will benefit from this fascinating alternate therapy. Don’t miss this wild episode! For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/269.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SRC - theshairpodcast.com/join-the-src.  ***  Get 1-on-1 Coaching with Omar Pinto! Click Here for more information and a FREE consultation - omarpinto.com/coaching.

Many people develop an addiction to soothe sexual abuse or childhood trauma. Our guest today is Lisa Erickson. She is a chakra-based energy worker and the author of Chakra Empowerment for Women. Lisa tells us how self-guided techniques using energy healing can be the first step in moving on from trauma. She talks about the tools and techniques she teaches her clients to deal with their emotions as they arise, giving them the power to recognize their triggers and work through their anxiety and discomfort before it takes over. This episode is full of fascinating information about men’s and women’s energy bodies and how we can connect to our different chakras to heal ourselves. Get ready for chakra empowerment! For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/268.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SRC - theshairpodcast.com/join-the-src.  ***  Get 1-on-1 Coaching with Omar Pinto! Click Here for mo

When we talk about addiction, we have to talk about overcoming odds. The idea of getting clean and sober seems impossible and the thought of living the rest of our lives in recovery can be paralyzing. But the world is bigger than us and our addictions, and people have to overcome all sorts of odds. Oleg Lougheed is our guest today. He knows the annihilating power of alcoholism, the gnawing pain of starvation, and the isolation of being in a new land among a language he didn't understand. He is now a TEDx speaker and the host of the Overcoming Odds Podcast and is here to tell us how he climbed his way out of a hopeless fate. Oleg has rewritten his story from a Russian orphanage to a rich and fulfilling life in the United States. How will you overcome the odds and rewrite your own story in recovery? For the show notes and links for this episode go to theshairpodcast.com/267.  ***  Join the SHAIR Recovery Community for Only $12 per month. Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SRC - the