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EPISODE · Apr 26, 2026 · 34 MIN

From Chaos to Connection

from Mind Your Self - Four Swans · host fourswanstherapy

A powerful, honest conversation offering hope to anyone struggling with addiction, or supporting someone who is.  Alan O’Brien shares his raw and transformative journey from early addiction and inner turmoil to over 20 years in recovery. An alcoholic by the time he reached his teens, he speaks openly about the emotional and psychological root causes of his addiction, the courage it takes to ask for help, and the painful experiences that lie beneath the surface. With clarity and compassion, he speaks about the turning points that led him to seek help, and the ongoing commitment required to stay on a path of healing. Alan challenges the idea of a one-size-fits-all solution and instead highlights the deeply personal nature of recovery. This conversation goes beyond addiction. It explores resilience, self-awareness, and what it truly means to rebuild a life and offers reassurance that change is possible.

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