Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#235 Peter Hesen
#235 Peter Hesen
#235 Peter Hesen
Friday 24th July 2015
Peter Hesen discusses his struggles with addiction and loneliness, finding hope in sobriety and fatherhood on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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114 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Paul Gilmartin
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Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Peter Hesen: From Addiction's Depths to Fatherhood's Light
"I fell so deeply in love with this thing and these people that had saved me and they told me, you know, you can't give it back to me, you have to pass it on."
Imagine hitting rock bottom and finding a way back up, not just for yourself but for your family. That's the journey Peter Hesen shares in this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' with host Paul Gilmartin. At 61, Peter opens up about the darkest corners of his life, marked by loneliness and addiction, and the transformative power of sobriety and fatherhood.
He doesn't sugarcoat his struggles; instead, he lays bare the painful depths his addictions dragged him to and the uphill battle he faced to reclaim his life. But Peter's story isn't just about despair; it's about hope and the redemptive power of human connection. Through his candid storytelling, he highlights how sobriety has given him a second chance to be the father he never had.
It's a journey of healing, one that underscores the importance of community and the profound impact of sharing our stories. Peter's honesty shines through as he tackles the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, calling for greater compassion and understanding. This episode is more than just a conversation; it's a beacon for anyone grappling with similar challenges, offering a message of hope and the possibility of redemption through connection and community.
Tune in to hear Peter's inspiring tale and discover how even in the darkest times, there's a path to light.