At just 16 years old, Declan’s life changed forever. Coming out, facing sexual assault, and being introduced to drugs all collided at a pivotal age—setting him on a path of addiction, loss, and struggle with identity.
In this powerful conversation, Declan opens up about:
Growing up in a single-parent household without a father figure
The pressures of coming out as a teenager
His introduction to Chemsex in 2014 and its impact on mental health, relationships, and self-worth
The devastating losses—jobs, flats, relationships—that addiction brought
Being diagnosed with ADHD at 33 and how it reshaped his understanding of the past
Finding recovery and rebuilding his life, clean since January 22nd this year
Declan’s journey is raw, honest, and full of lessons about resilience, self-discovery, and hope.
🎧 Tune in now and hear a story that sheds light on the struggles many face but few talk about.