🎙️ Breaking Generational Trauma: Healing, Recovery, and Creating a New Legacy with Mano O'Kane

Join us for a profound conversation with Romano "Mano" O'Kane as he shares his journey of breaking free from the cycle of generational trauma and addiction.

From growing up in an environment shaped by trauma, addiction, and suicide; to becoming an advocate for healing and recovery, Mano's story shows how one person's courage to change can impact generations to come.

🔍 In This Episode: Understanding generational trauma Breaking the cycle of family addiction

                                 Finding healing through community Building a new legacy

                                 The power of vulnerability and change

Key Moments

00:00 - Introduction to Mano's Story

02:33 - Childhood and Family Struggles

05:45 - The Impact of Addiction on Youth

08:31 - Generational Trauma and Cultural Context

11:01 - The Descent into Substance Abuse

13:54 - Criminal Activities and Seeking Validation

16:29 - Turning Point: Violence and Realizations

19:33 - Meeting the Partner: A New Hope

22:15 - Struggles with Addiction and Isolation

25:00 - The Path to Recovery and Self-Discovery

26:07 - Struggles with Addiction and the Turning Point

30:47 - The Journey to Recovery and Community Support

33:00 - Transformation and New Perspectives

35:09 - Advocacy and Raising Awareness

35:23 - Inspiration and Moving Forward

Connect with Mano!

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/manookane/

https://www.instagram.com/lockstockand2jokingaddicts/

Podcast: Lock Stock & 2 Joking Addicts Website:

https://lockstockand2jokingaddicts.com/

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