Bryan Calcott: Finding Peace Before Death | The Hopeaholics Podcast 

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, the guest shares his turbulent journey through addiction, incarceration, and the lifelong battle for self-acceptance. Reflecting on his time in prison—serving sentences for drug-related charges—he reveals how his obsession with money and external validation stemmed from a childhood marked by feelings of inferiority after moving from West Texas to New Jersey. He candidly discusses the pain of his strained relationship with his father, a pastor who battled his own hidden demons, and the emotional turmoil surrounding his father’s death. The conversation explores themes of self-love, the transformative power of sharing one’s story, and the importance of doing internal work to break free from cycles of self-hatred. Through his raw storytelling, the guest emphasizes that true healing begins with honesty, self-forgiveness, and choosing to love oneself unconditionally.

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Timestamps:
00:03:12:11 – Choosing Self-Love Daily
00:06:34:03 – Addiction’s Lifelong Battle
00:09:53:09 – Life on the Run
00:10:55:03 – Finally Facing Myself
00:13:07:08 – Father’s Unfinished Journey
00:14:18:18 – Struggles Respecting My Father
00:16:04:22 – A Father’s Silent Plea
00:21:26:07 – Family Tension and Pain
00:24:53:21 – Confronting My Father’s Secrets
00:27:30:02 – Serving Others Always Matters
00:30:56:22 – Truth Brings Freedom
00:31:33:19 – Honesty Starts the Healing
00:38:53:12 – Power of Sharing Stories
00:45:14:09 – Life After Prison
00:46:16:06 – Facing 15-Year Prison Sentence