Ep20: For Ian: A Father's Story of Loss, Psychedelic Healing, & Finding Peace

This week on I Choose Happy, we sit with Stuart Preston as he shares the deeply personal story of losing his son, Ian, ten years ago — and the unexpected path that helped him begin to heal.Stuart opens up about the moment that changed his life, the shock and the silence that followed, and the long stretch of grief where happiness felt impossible. He then shares how psychedelic medicine became a doorway — not to escape pain, but to understand it, soften it, and eventually make space for peace, presence, and connection.We talk about ego, community, love that outlives the body, and the tender work of letting go without ever losing the bond that remains.This episode is dedicated to the life and memory of Ian Preston — a brilliant, hard working, funny, kind young man, deeply loved by his family. May his story remind us of the importance of speaking openly about mental health, grief, suicide, and the healing paths available to us.__________Connect with Marilyn and be a part of the conversation in the I Choose Happy private Facebook group. This is your safe space to share and be inspired — join today by clicking here.__________Find out more about Marilyn at marilyngetasbyrne.com__________I Choose Happy is made possible by The Comfy, a Shark Tank sensation whose wearable blankets make life happier. Find out for yourself with 20% off your first order using the code ICHOOSEHAPPY at TheComfy.com