Doesn't Wreck Me

About Doesn't Wreck Me

Real conversations about burnout, breakthrough, purpose, and building a life that doesn't wreck you.

Publisher

Ian Hoey

Category

society & culture · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jun 2026

Latest episode

1 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

3 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Aug 2026

   Possibility: The Story Isn't Over

   What if the story you're living right now isn't the ending... it's just the middle? In Episode 3 of Doesn't Wreck Me, Ian Hoey explores one simple but life-changing word: possibility. After years of addiction, sobriety, chronic illness, grief, anxiety, parenting children with special needs, and rebuilding life from the ground up, Ian shares why hope isn't blind optimism—it's a decision to believe there is still another chapter waiting to be written. This episode is an invitation to stop letting your current circumstances define your future. Your mistakes aren't your identity. Your pain isn't your destination. And your story isn't over. If you've ever wondered whether things can actually get better, this conversation is for you. In this episode we discuss: • Why possibility changes everything • Escaping the stories we tell ourselves • Rebuilding identity after pain • Finding purpose in suffering • Hope, resilience, and faith • Why your best chapter may still be ahead No matter where you've been... No matter what you've survived... The story isn't over. Keep going. — If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs a little hope today. Follow the show: Instagram: @doesntwreckme YouTube: @DoesntWreckMe Website: doesntwreckme.com

2. 

   2 Jul 2026

   The Masks We Wore; Losing Our Ego, Finding Ourselves

   In this raw and candid episode, Ian and Lucas share powerful personal stories about trauma, ego death, sobriety, and the importance of authentic living. They explore how life's challenges and losses can be turned into profound growth, emphasizing that true freedom comes from releasing ego-driven fears and embracing vulnerability. This conversation is an inspiring reflection on transformation, purpose, and the deep connections we make through our journeys. Key Topics Explored: Lucas's childhood trauma, including fractured household dynamics and early exposure to addiction. The impact of childhood experiences on shaping ego and identity. How ego acts as a survival mechanism rooted in fear and control. The concept of ego death as a path to spiritual freedom and authentic self-expression. Practical insights into manifestation, trusting the process, and letting go of ego-driven needs. Sobriety as a foundation for personal growth and humility. Real-life stories of how small acts of kindness and connection can heal fractured relationships. The importance of honesty, doing the next right thing, and embracing vulnerability. Practical tools like "loosen the grip" and living in the present. Timestamp Highlights: 00:00 - Raw reflection on life's chaos and initial stories of chance encounters 00:13 - Childhood memories and early experiences in fractured households 00:29 - The profound encounter with a stranger and its emotional significance 01:29 - The story of fractured family relationships and the role of alcohol & addiction 02:58 - Lucas’s journey of sobriety, health, and overcoming ego-driven fears 03:31 - The power of sharing stories to inspire reconnection with estranged loved ones 04:25 - Recognizing a life purpose rooted in service and connection 06:01 - Small acts of kindness creating ripple effects of healing 07:05 - The importance of presence, gratitude, and mindful living 08:00 - Spiritual connection and recognizing ego as a cultural and personal challenge 10:02 - Leading into the theme of grief, loss, and ego death 12:55 - Introducing Lucas: his background, sobriety, and building community through Fieldhouse 16:03 - The trap of digital identity and leveraging ego in business and life 17:23 - The role of divorce, childhood trauma, and identity building 18:24 - Recognizing the importance of humility, honesty, and spiritual principles 23:38 - Building from purpose instead of panic, and serving others 32:05 - Childhood core memories and early influences in LA's tough environment 36:45 - How trauma, addiction, and family dynamics shape identity and resilience 48:03 - Embracing the emotional journey—crying, healing, and the importance of vulnerability 52:46 - The significance of hope, forgiveness, and service in recovery 58:12 - The power of authentic kindness over egoic surface-level actions 64:08 - The concept of manifestation rooted in principles, not superficial rituals 70:10 - Letting go of control, trusting the universe, and flowing with life’s natural order 73:32 - Redefining ego death as the death of false self and the realignment with purpose 76:30 - Living free, authentic, and grounded in spiritual principles 78:51 - The importance of humility, service over self, and authentic leadership 84:36 - The ongoing journey of loosening the grip of ego and embracing true self 87:32 - Final advice: tell the truth and do the next right thing Resources & Recommendations: Fieldhouse NC (https://fieldhousenc.com/) — A community-driven sauna and gathering space in North Carolina. MomentCares (https://momentcares.com/) — Supporting mental health and addiction recovery. [The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod](amazon "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod) — A key book about routines that transform lives. Connect with Lucas Marshall: Instagram - Fieldhouse (https://instagram.com/fieldhousenc) Website - MomentCares (https://momentcares.com/) Additional Notes: This episode is a deep dive into the human experience of overcoming childhood trauma, ego, and substance abuse to find purpose and authentic connection. It suggests that true freedom and peace come from vulnerability, honesty, and service—lessons that resonate universally. Stay tuned for Part 2! We'll continue exploring sobriety, manifestation, and practical tools for living a fulfilled life rooted in spiritual principles.

3. 

   24 Jun 2026

   Introducing a Life That Doesn't Wreck You

   Welcome to Doesn't Wreck Me, a podcast about building a life that doesn't destroy you. I'm Ian. This is my story. Growing up as a military kid, losing friends, facing disease, battling addiction, finding sobriety, and becoming a father to a daughter with Down syndrome—it all taught me something: the line between a life that bends you and one that breaks you is thinner than we think. In this episode, I walk through the arc of my journey: from age eight in military households to my thirties as a sober father and advocate. I talk about the neuroscience behind childhood trauma and nervous system dysregulation, how alcohol became my solution, why high school lies were really people-pleasing, and how hitting rock bottom in my late twenties led to the Miracle Morning, sobriety, and ultimately, the radical transformation that came from raising a special needs child. This isn't a redemption story. It's a story about bending. About the daily choice to stay present instead of numb. About what it takes to keep building a life worth living, even when it's hard. If you're here because something in your story mirrors mine, this one's for you. Key Topics Explored: Sobriety | Addiction Recovery | Special Needs Parenting | Down Syndrome | Nervous System Dysregulation | Trauma | The Miracle Morning | SAVERS | Anxiety | Mental Health | Advocacy | Fatherhood | Military Family | Grief | Personal Development Resources & Recommendations: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod (SAVERS framework) Willie Jollie - "A setback is a setup for a comeback"

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