#97: As a member of the hospitality industry and a lover of bar culture, Mark LaFaro has forged his own path in recovery. With a network of sober friends and ex-coworkers who are also in recovery, Mark navigates the hospitality industry and its culture as a sober person. Bartending while sober was not only eyeopening, but it rekindled his love for the industry. Check out the episode to hear more of Mark's story, including:
- His experience working in the alcoholic beverage industry and his fascination now with the non-alcoholic beverage industry.
- Building his toolbox, which included many communities and resources, such as Ben's Friends, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- How reporting and journalism have evolved into his recovery journey.
- The progress and excitement surrounding the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and how it can be another tool in the toolbox.
Check out episode #72 with Mickey Bakst, the Co-Founder of Ben's Friends, and learn more at https://www.bensfriendshope.com/.
To learn more about Mark, follow him on Twitter @marklafaro and Instagram @whatisraregroove
Check out Mark's writing at https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/authors/mark-lafaro
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If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health or substance use related crisis, the following resources can provide immediate help.*
If you are experiencing a medical/mental health emergency, dial 911.
- Dial 988 for the SAMSHA Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Available 24/7
- Text “HOME” to 741-741 for the NAMI Crisis Text Line. Available 24/7
- Dial 1-800-622-2255 to connect with a nearby treatment center & community resources through NCADD Hope Line. Available 24/7
- Call/text 1-844-326-5400 for The GSCA CARES Warm Line. Answered by Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialists with lived experience of SUD. Available any day of the year, 8:30am-11pm EST
*Note: The resources listed are provided for informational purposes only. This list is not comprehensive and does not constitute an endorsement by The Phoenix or the Rise Recover Live Podcast.
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#97: As a member of the hospitality industry and a lover of bar culture, Mark LaFaro has forged his own path in recovery. With a network of sober friends and ex-coworkers who are also in recovery, Mark navigates the hospitality industry and its culture as a sober person. Bartending while sober was not only eyeopening, but it rekindled his love for the industry. Check out the episode to hear more of Mark's story, including:
- His experience working in the alcoholic beverage industry and his fascination now with the non-alcoholic beverage industry.
- Building his toolbox, which included many communities and resources, such as Ben's Friends, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- How reporting and journalism have evolved into his recovery journey.
- The progress and excitement surrounding the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and how it can be another tool in the toolbox.
Check out episode #72 with Mickey Bakst, the Co-Founder of Ben's Friends, and learn more at https://www.bensfriendshope.com/.
To learn more about Mark, follow him on Twitter @marklafaro and Instagram @whatisraregroove
Check out Mark's writing at https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/authors/mark-lafaro
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If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health or substance use related crisis, the following resources can provide immediate help.*
If you are experiencing a medical/mental health emergency, dial 911.
- Dial 988 for the SAMSHA Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Available 24/7
- Text “HOME” to 741-741 for the NAMI Crisis Text Line. Available 24/7
- Dial 1-800-622-2255 to connect with a nearby treatment center & community resources through NCADD Hope Line. Available 24/7
- Call/text 1-844-326-5400 for The GSCA CARES Warm Line. Answered by Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialists with lived experience of SUD. Available any day of the year, 8:30am-11pm EST
*Note: The resources listed are provided for informational purposes only. This list is not comprehensive and does not constitute an endorsement by The Phoenix or the Rise Recover Live Podcast.
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