Daryl opens up about living with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, which made social situations very difficult. He recalls feeling uncomfortable in his own skin from an early age, masking his insecurities by being the class clown. Later, he found escape in raves and substance use, including ecstasy, speed, and cocaine.
While drugs temporarily quieted his restless mind, they quickly spiralled into paranoia, toxic relationships, and a destructive cycle that cost him his family, business, and sense of self. The turning point came in 2019 when he finally walked into a 12-Step meeting.
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