In this deeply moving episode of the Effortless Attraction Podcast, I’m joined by Raymond Forbes, founder of Rayzor Mindset — a man whose story is nothing short of extraordinary.

For over 30 years, Raymond battled addiction. Chronic gambling. Alcohol. Drugs. A life he openly describes as a nightmare. Years spent in rehabilitation centres and mental institutions, trying to survive a world that felt unbearable.

Then something happened.

Raymond describes it as a spiritual awakening — a moment that changed everything.

Just 19 months ago, in 2024, his life took a complete turn. No more substances. No more running. No more numbing. Instead, a clean life built on discipline, purpose, and service.

Today, Raymond is out in schools sharing his story, mentoring people one-to-one, pushing his limits with daily cold dips, raising money for charity, and living by one core intention: to inspire, inspire, inspire.

This episode is raw, honest, and incredibly powerful. It’s a conversation about hitting rock bottom, awakening to something greater, and choosing — every single day — to live differently.

If you or someone you love is struggling, this conversation matters.

You can connect with Raymond on Facebook and Instagram at Raymond Forbes. I’ll leave his social media links below.

If you’d like to reach out to me, Evelyn McAleer, you can email me at

📧 evelyn@evelynmcaleer.com or visit my website https://evelynmcaleer.com

I’m available in the coming year for inspirational talks in businesses, schools, women’s groups, and community settings.

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Sometimes one conversation can change everything. This might be one of them.

Raymond’s facebook https://facebook.com/raymond.forbes1

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rayzor_mindset_?igsh=NHpycm43c3VjZXZ0