The MY House Podcast Ep. 62: Brad AlexanderThe MY House Podcast Ep. 62: Brad Alexander
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Brad Alexander shares his journey of creating children's books inspired by recovery stories, highlighting the emotional impact and hope they bring.
28:42•4 Sept 2025
Turning Recovery Journeys into Children's Stories
Episode Overview
- Brad Alexander uses storytelling to aid recovery.
- Children's books can plant seeds of hope early on.
- AI illustrations make book creation accessible.
- Real-life stories inspire emotional connections.
- Graduation ceremonies are pivotal moments in recovery.
“Adam believes anyone, even a cranky koala, can change.”
How do you turn personal stories of recovery into heartwarming children's books? This episode features Brad Alexander, a dedicated counsellor at True North Recovery and an author who crafts children's stories based on real-life experiences of recovery. Brad shares the inspiring journey of how he began writing these tales, sparked by a graduation ceremony for a client at Vita Nova, where he saw the profound impact his storytelling had on those in recovery.
Through the creation of characters like Adam the Koala, Brad explores the emotional depths of trauma and addiction, aiming to plant seeds of hope and healing at an early age. He discusses the unique process of writing these stories, using AI-generated illustrations to bring them to life. The episode is filled with touching moments, as Brad reads 'Cranky Koalas Can Change,' showcasing the transformation of a cranky koala into a beacon of hope for others.
If you're curious about how narratives can aid recovery or looking for a unique gift idea for someone in treatment, this episode offers both inspiration and practical advice. Brad's books are available on Lulu.com, and he will be speaking at Black Birch Books later this month. Are you ready to see how stories can change lives?
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