Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#625 The Black Sheep - Evan Schad
#625 The Black Sheep - Evan Schad
#625 The Black Sheep - Evan Schad
Friday 6th January 2023
Evan Schad joins Paul Gilmartin on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour' to discuss overcoming family expectations and addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Evan Schad: Breaking Free from Family Expectations and Addiction
Having a sense of what you have control over and what you don't is, I think, one of the most important tools in life.
Ever felt like the odd one out in your family? Evan Schad knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Evan to explore his journey as the black sheep of his family. With a 'perfect' sibling always in the spotlight, Evan struggled to find his own identity, leading him down a path of dissociation and addiction.
He opens up about hitting rock bottom with a felony DUI and a stint in jail before finally reaching out for help. Evan's story is one of resilience and self-discovery. He talks about the transformative power of group therapy, where he learned to identify and express his emotions, something he had long suppressed.
Through candid anecdotes, Evan shares how he overcame his numbness and began to embrace a positive mindset, focusing on what he could control rather than what he couldn't. The episode also touches on the impact of childhood trauma and the importance of finding a therapist who truly understands you. Evan discusses how being sent to boarding school contributed to his emotional struggles and how therapy helped him address these deep-rooted issues.
He emphasizes the significance of self-care and finding healthy outlets for emotions, offering hope to those facing similar battles. This conversation is a heartfelt exploration of overcoming personal demons and the journey to mental health. Whether you're dealing with addiction, trauma, or simply trying to find your place in the world, Evan's story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible with the right support and mindset.