Finding Your Rhythm in Recovery, Patrick O’Neill on Music, Sobriety, and Purpose
Fri Feb 06 2026
In this heartfelt episode of Primary Purpose with Pej, we sit down with Patrick O’Neill, a Southern California native whose life story is rooted in adventure, creativity, and hard-earned growth. From years behind the bar and travels across the globe to his transition into the corporate world, Patrick shares how connection, curiosity, and music have always been guiding forces in his life.
Now 16 months sober, Patrick opens up about recovery, self-work, and learning how to live with intention one day at a time. As a lifelong musician, single father, and someone who continues to embrace life’s evolution with humility and humor, Patrick reminds us that recovery isn’t the end of the story — it’s the moment you finally start playing your own music again. This episode is a powerful reminder that purpose is found not in perfection, but in progress.
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In this heartfelt episode of Primary Purpose with Pej, we sit down with Patrick O’Neill, a Southern California native whose life story is rooted in adventure, creativity, and hard-earned growth. From years behind the bar and travels across the globe to his transition into the corporate world, Patrick shares how connection, curiosity, and music have always been guiding forces in his life. Now 16 months sober, Patrick opens up about recovery, self-work, and learning how to live with intention one day at a time. As a lifelong musician, single father, and someone who continues to embrace life’s evolution with humility and humor, Patrick reminds us that recovery isn’t the end of the story — it’s the moment you finally start playing your own music again. This episode is a powerful reminder that purpose is found not in perfection, but in progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices