080 Abandoned at Birth: Pain to Addiction

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Abandoned at birth and adopted at 5 days old, Dan Berger spent his life battling deep-rooted abandonment trauma and identity struggles. That pain eventually led him into drug and sex addiction—but his story didn’t end there.
In this emotional and honest interview, Dan opens up about:
- Growing up feeling unwanted and misplaced
- How unresolved trauma fueled his addiction
- The moment he hit rock bottom
- Finding healing and hope through the 12-step recovery program
- What life looks like now in recovery
His book, "The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging" is available on now
This is a powerful episode for anyone struggling with abandonment issues, addiction, trauma, recovery, or healing. If you've ever felt like you don't belong — this one’s for you.

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Chapters

1. 080 Abandoned at Birth: Pain to Addiction (00:00:00)

2. [Ad] Persons of Interest (00:08:11)

3. (Cont.) 080 Abandoned at Birth: Pain to Addiction (00:08:45)