Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
Best Of: Hank Adams
Best Of: Hank Adams
Best Of: Hank Adams
Friday 27th December 2019
Hank Adams discusses his life of abuse, addiction, and resilience with Paul Gilmartin on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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82 minutes
Raw
Honest
Informative
Empowering
Engaging
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Paul Gilmartin
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Hank Adams: From Dark Pasts to New Beginnings on Mental Illness Happy Hour
Talking about something that we think people are gonna judge us for, and then we find out that they love us for it and they respect us for our honesty, and we've given them some comfort and made them feel less alone.
Imagine living a life filled with more twists and turns than a rollercoaster. That’s Hank Adams' reality, and he shares it all in this gripping episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. Host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Hank, who bravely recounts his tumultuous journey through a maze of childhood abuse, addiction, and some truly jaw-dropping experiences. We're talking about everything from dealing with multiple stepdads to being stabbed by a bayonet.
Hank doesn’t hold back as he dives into his encounters with prostitution, fetishes, and swinging. But this isn’t just a tale of shock and awe; it’s also a story of survival and resilience. Through his candid storytelling, Hank highlights the transformative power of therapy and the importance of vulnerability. He shows us that sharing our darkest secrets can lead to unexpected support and even respect.
For anyone grappling with similar issues or those looking to understand the complexities of trauma and addiction, this episode offers a raw yet hopeful perspective. Hank's journey underscores the notion that even in the darkest of times, there's a glimmer of hope to be found.