Happy Beyond 40
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Happy Beyond 40
From Addiction to Impact: How One Story Can Change Lives
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What if the thing you’re most afraid to share… is the very thing someone else needs to hear?
In this raw and powerful episode, Drew Sullivan opens up about his 17-year battle with addiction—and the unexpected mindset shift that finally helped him choose a different path.
But this isn’t just a story about recovery.
It’s about identity. Honesty. And what happens when you stop hiding and start showing up fully as yourself.
Drew shares the moment that changed everything, how going public with his journey became a turning point, and why he now sees his story as a responsibility not just a reflection of his past.
We also dive into:
- Why “small steps” are more powerful than big overhauls
- The surprising role attention and accountability played in his sobriety
- How community can form in the most unexpected ways
- Why addiction isn’t always what we think it is
- And how to know when it’s time to make a change
Today, Drew helps bring some of the world’s most impactful voices to stages around the world, but in this conversation, he reminds us that our own voice might be the one that matters most.
If you’ve ever struggled, felt stuck, or wondered whether change is really possible, then this episode is for you.