Brendan: Recovery, Healing, & Coaching | 189

On this episode of Behind Beautiful Things, Kevin sits down with Brendan for a powerful conversation about ambition, addiction, and resilience. Brendan shares his journey as a driven young law student and lawyer, and how that path led to a growing dependence on alcohol.In this candid discussion, he opens up about his experience with addiction, the challenges of recovery, and the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild his life. Brendan also highlights his incredible achievement of running a marathon in all 50 states and on all seven continents—a testament to perseverance, discipline, and personal growth.Together, they explore themes of alcohol recovery, mental health, goal-setting, and the importance of accepting failure as part of the journey. If you're interested in stories about overcoming addiction, endurance challenges, and self-improvement, this episode offers inspiration and real-life insight.Tune in to hear Brendan’s story of transformation, determination, and what it truly means to keep moving forward.Check Out Brendan’s Work:•        Website: coachbrendan.com•        LinkedIn: Brendan Cournane Professional Development Coaching•        Book: Seeking Serenity: Finding Happiness by Embracing Your Present Attitude•        Schedule a free 30-minute "getting to know you" call•        Substack: Coach Brendan Behind Beautiful Things Website: www.sadtimespodcast.com Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/373292146649249Follow Behind Beautiful Things on Instagram: @behindbeautifulthingspodcastLearn more about Kevin’s Professional Speaking and Acting at www.kevincrispin.comCheck out Kevin’s substack: https://allconviction.substack.com Get your very own “Sad Schwag”: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51/albums/253388-sad-times-podcast?ref_id=9022Editorial note: Behind Beautiful Things is committed to sharing various stories from generous guests. The hope is to allow any number of stories to be shared to help people feel less alone and, perhaps, more empathetic. It is important to clarify that the guests’ stories, perspectives, and sentiments do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Behind Beautiful Things in any way. Please note that Behind Beautiful Things is in no way a substitute for medical or professional mental health support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.