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Ep. 129 - The Hidden Cost of Being a Functioning Alcoholic with Gary Peluso

Ep. 129 - The Hidden Cost of Being a Functioning Alcoholic with Gary Peluso

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 What happens when decades of addiction nearly cost you everything—and the life you rebuild is tested by unimaginable loss? On this episode of the Finding Purpose Podcast, Adam sits down with Gary Peluso, entrepreneur, recovery advocate, and co-founder of the No Matter What Foundation, for a powerful conversation about alcoholism, addiction recovery, grief, second chances, and discovering purpose through service. For decades, Gary lived a life surrounded by alcohol, working in restaurants, bars, and the hospitality industry while struggling with his own addiction. What began as a way to feel confident and connected eventually became a destructive cycle that affected his relationships, career, and mental health. In 2016, at age 54, Gary finally acknowledged that he needed help. Nearly ten years into sobriety, his story is a testament to the power of surrender, accountability, community, and personal transformation. But getting sober wasn't the end of his challenges. Gary opens up about his wife's long battle with illness, the devastating impact of alcoholism on their marriage, and the experience of caring for her through her final years. He shares how recovery gave him the strength to remain present, navigate grief, and find meaning during one of the most difficult chapters of his life. Adam and Gary explore Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 12-step recovery, sponsorship, mental health, the importance of fellowship, and why helping others is essential to building a meaningful life in sobriety. They also discuss the No Matter What Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals access addiction treatment, sober living, and recovery resources when financial barriers stand in the way. Gary shares how a small recovery meeting grew into an organization providing thousands of nights of sober housing support and helping hundreds of individuals pursue recovery. This conversation is about more than overcoming addiction. It's about rebuilding your identity, surviving loss, finding your community, and realizing that your greatest struggles can become the foundation of your purpose. ABOUT GARY PELUSO Gary Peluso is an entrepreneur, recovery advocate, co-founder and board member of the No Matter What Foundation, and owner of Reliable Rides. Since beginning his recovery journey in 2016, Gary has dedicated himself to helping others find stability, connection, and opportunities for lasting sobriety. CONNECT WITH GARY LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-peluso-23b395175/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garypeluso7/ NO MATTER WHAT FOUNDATION Website: https://nmw-foundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmw.foundation/ Learn more about the foundation, upcoming fundraising events, recovery resources, and how you can support its mission. ABOUT ADAM Adam is a Recovery Coach Professional (RCP) based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, offering recovery coaching, sober companioning, sober travel and transition support, event and social companioning, and family guidance locally and nationwide. Drawing on his own long-term recovery, he helps individuals and families navigate addiction, early sobriety, and meaningful life transitions. PRODUCTION PARTNER Produced by Claudio, Justin, and the team at Cayivisions. Podcast production, filming, and content creation: https://www.cayivisions.com/ SPONSORS Get Skinny Peptides | GSP Concierge Personalized access to research products and educational wellness information. https://www.gspconcierge.com/ Relive the Moments NFC-powered products designed to preserve and share meaningful memories. https://www.relivethemoments.com/ SweatHouz Westport Private infrared sauna, cold plunge, and vitamin-C shower experiences. https://sweathouz.com/westport-book-now/ (203) 571-3334 Tweeds Custom Suits Personalized custom menswear and styling. https://www.tweedssuitshop.com/ Connect with Seth: https://www.instagram.com/sethwithtweeds/ CONNECT WITH ADAM Website & Recovery Coaching: https://www.adamvohra.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamvohra_/ Finding Purpose Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/findingpurposepod/ Interested in recovery coaching, sober companion services, or sharing your story on the podcast? Reach out through Adam's website. Subscribe to the Finding Purpose Podcast on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform. Leave a review, share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and tell us what resonated with you in the comments!
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