Pete: From Health and Humor | 149

Today on Behind Beautiful Things, we sit down with Pete, author of Lighten Your Day, to talk about the healing power of humor and hope. Pete shares his story of overcoming a turbulent childhood, working through recovery in a 12-step program, facing serious health challenges, and how he now uses laughter and lightness to inspire others.Tune in for an honest, uplifting conversation about resilience, recovery, and finding joy through life’s darkest moments.Please note: This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening.Check out Pete’s work: https://linktr.ee/professorpeteVisit the ACA website: https://adultchildren.org 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.