Ep 110. The Truth About Healing at 20+ Years Sober, with Dean Beattie

In the latest episode of Behind the Smile, host Ash speaks with Dean Beattie, a longevity coach who’s overcome his own struggles with addiction. Having been sober for over 20+ years now, Dean shares candidly about the challenges he’s faced in recovery including healing his relationship with his family, overcoming financial fears and forming healthy intimate relationships. He reflects on the role of validation in his life and how he found the strength to get sober at the age of 28, ultimately transforming his life through the 12-step program and mindfulness practices. Dean also discusses the impact of grief, the role of therapy, and the significance of support systems for men. He also highlights the need for authentic connections and the benefits of holistic practices like yoga. The episode highlights are:00:00 Behind the Smile: Introduction to Authenticity05:05 Dean's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery10:09 The Impact of Childhood on Addiction14:52 The Role of Validation and Intimacy in Addiction20:05 The Turning Point: Getting Sober at 2825:08 The Transformation: Life After Recovery29:28 Taking Ownership and Finding Peace31:17 Navigating Grief and Loss34:33 The Role of Therapy and Healing Modalities37:15 Confronting Temptations and Living Authentically40:30Making Amends and Family Dynamics43:45 Men's Mental Health and Support Systems46:34The Impact of Role Models on Men48:26 Yoga: A Path to Connection and Healing52:36 The Men's Reboot Program: A Holistic ApproachYou can connect with  Dean Beattie on Instagram here or through his website here.To access your free guided meditations, head to the Freebie Page on Ash’s websiteFollow and connect with Ash on: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok ⁠⁠Facebook Website⁠  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.