The Recovery Files
An Online Database of Recovery
"Being an industry leader isn't about being first to every innovation, but about creating a culture where innovation feels less like a risk and more like breathing. Leadership is about making the extraordinary feel natural."
-Sheamus Moran
Transforming Recovery: A Comprehensive Approach to Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Where Healing Meets Innovation
Welcome to a revolutionary platform designed to transform the substance use disorder treatment landscape. Our comprehensive program provides cutting-edge resources that meet individuals wherever they are in their recovery journey while simultaneously elevating treatment providers to become true leaders in the field.
A Patient-Centered Approach
Recovery isn't linear, and treatment shouldn't be one-dimensional. Our platform recognizes the unique needs of each individual by providing personalized pathways through the recovery process. Whether you're:
Taking your first steps toward sobriety in residential treatment
Continuing your journey through outpatient services
Maintaining long-term recovery as a program alumnus
Supporting others as a treatment professional
Our evidence-based resources adapt to meet you exactly where you are, acknowledging the complex interplay of biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that influence substance use disorders.
For Treatment Providers: Elevate Your Practice
In today's competitive treatment landscape, standard approaches no longer suffice. Our program empowers your agency to move beyond conventional methods by:
Integrating seamlessly with your existing mission, vision, and branding
Providing customizable modules that align with your specific treatment philosophy
Delivering measurable outcomes through comprehensive data tracking
Equipping your team with advanced clinical tools and interventions
Supporting continued professional development at all organizational levels
By implementing our platform, your agency doesn't just meet industry standards—it establishes new benchmarks of excellence that others will strive to follow.
Cultural Competency at Its Core
True healing requires understanding. Our program embraces diversity in all its forms, incorporating:
Culturally responsive interventions that honor different backgrounds and experiences
Inclusive language and approaches that acknowledge various paths to recovery
Specialized content addressing unique challenges faced by diverse populations
Resources that bridge gaps between different recovery philosophies and approaches
Measurable Growth, Documented Progress
In an era of evidence-based practice and accountability, our program delivers:
Interactive assessments that establish clear baselines and track progress
Comprehensive documentation tools that satisfy utilization review requirements
Outcome measurements that demonstrate clinical effectiveness
Data visualization that illustrates individual and program-wide growth
A Complete Ecosystem of Resources
Our platform delivers a rich array of content designed to engage and transform:
Dynamic video presentations featuring industry experts and lived experience
Interactive workbooks and digital exercises that promote active learning
Self-assessment tools that build self-awareness and guide treatment planning
Peer support resources that foster community and connection
Professional development modules for continuous learning
For Staff: Growth and Development
Treatment excellence begins with exceptional staff. Our program includes:
Comprehensive training modules for clinicians at all experience levels
Specialized content for peer recovery support specialists
Leadership development for program directors and clinical supervisors
Team-building activities that strengthen organizational culture
Coaching resources that enhance clinical skills and prevent burnout
Join the Movement
By incorporating our program into your treatment approach, you're not just adopting a curriculum—you're joining a movement to transform addiction treatment. Together, we can create recovery experiences that are more personalized, more effective, and more sustainable.
Begin your journey toward treatment excellence today. Your clients deserve nothing less than transformation. Your agency deserves to be recognized as a true leader in the field.
Transforming Recovery: A Comprehensive Approach to Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Welcome to a revolutionary platform designed to transform the substance use disorder treatment landscape. Our comprehensive program provides cutting-edge resources that meet individuals wherever they are in their recovery journey while simultaneously elevating treatment providers to become true leaders in the field. We recognize that recovery isn't linear, and treatment shouldn't be one-dimensional, which is why our platform offers personalized pathways through the recovery process for those taking their first steps toward sobriety in residential treatment, continuing their journey through outpatient services, maintaining long-term recovery as program alumni, or supporting others as treatment professionals.
In today's competitive treatment landscape, standard approaches no longer suffice. Our program empowers your agency to move beyond conventional methods by integrating seamlessly with your existing mission, vision, and branding, providing customizable modules that align with your specific treatment philosophy, delivering measurable outcomes through comprehensive data tracking, equipping your team with advanced clinical tools and interventions, and supporting continued professional development at all organizational levels. By implementing our platform, your agency doesn't just meet industry standards—it establishes new benchmarks of excellence that others will strive to follow.
True healing requires understanding, which is why our program embraces diversity in all its forms. We incorporate culturally responsive interventions that honor different backgrounds and experiences, inclusive language and approaches that acknowledge various paths to recovery, specialized content addressing unique challenges faced by diverse populations, and resources that bridge gaps between different recovery philosophies and approaches. This cultural competency ensures that every individual feels seen, heard, and respected throughout their recovery journey.
In an era of evidence-based practice and accountability, our program delivers interactive assessments that establish clear baselines and track progress, comprehensive documentation tools that satisfy utilization review requirements, outcome measurements that demonstrate clinical effectiveness, and data visualization that illustrates individual and program-wide growth. These features not only enhance clinical care but also streamline administrative processes, allowing your team to focus more on what matters most—supporting individuals in their recovery.
Our platform delivers a rich array of content designed to engage and transform, including dynamic video presentations featuring industry experts and lived experience, interactive workbooks and digital exercises that promote active learning, self-assessment tools that build self-awareness and guide treatment planning, peer support resources that foster community and connection, and professional development modules for continuous learning. This diverse content library ensures that every learning style and recovery need can be addressed effectively.
Treatment excellence begins with exceptional staff, which is why our program includes comprehensive training modules for clinicians at all experience levels, specialized content for peer recovery support specialists, leadership development for program directors and clinical supervisors, team-building activities that strengthen organizational culture, and coaching resources that enhance clinical skills and prevent burnout. By investing in your team's growth and well-being, you create a foundation for sustainable excellence in client care.
By incorporating our program into your treatment approach, you're not just adopting a curriculum—you're joining a movement to transform addiction treatment. Together, we can create recovery experiences that are more personalized, more effective, and more sustainable. Begin your journey toward treatment excellence today, because your clients deserve nothing less than transformation, and your agency deserves to be recognized as a true leader in the field of substance use disorder treatment and recovery.
"True clinical excellence emerges at the intersection of professional development and patient care. When we invest in growing our helpers, we exponentially increase our capacity to facilitate healing."
Empowering Excellence: Building a Collaborative Network for Enhanced Treatment Delivery
The Recovery Files represents a transformative approach to mental health and addiction treatment delivery, reimagining how clinical professionals can work together to provide more effective care. At its core, this platform serves as both a knowledge hub and a professional community, recognizing that the best treatment outcomes emerge from collaborative expertise rather than isolated practice.
Think of this platform as a living library where clinical wisdom is continuously shared, refined, and implemented. Just as medical professionals rely on shared protocols and best practices, The Recovery Files creates a standardized foundation for treatment delivery while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to individual patient needs. This systematic approach helps eliminate the inconsistencies that often arise when treatment teams operate in isolation.
The platform's emphasis on building cohesive treatment teams acknowledges that effective care requires seamless coordination between different specialists. Much like an orchestra where each musician must play their part in harmony with others, treatment professionals need clear protocols and communication channels to work effectively together. The interdisciplinary collaboration fostered by the platform ensures that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of their recovery journey.
What makes The Recovery Files particularly powerful is its focus on level-appropriate interventions. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, the platform helps clinicians match treatment approaches to each patient's specific needs and stage of recovery. This personalized approach, guided by evidence-based practices, helps ensure that interventions are both effective and appropriate for each individual's circumstances.
Through this comprehensive resource hub, treatment professionals gain access not just to information, but to a community of practice that elevates the entire field. By standardizing best practices while maintaining room for clinical judgment, The Recovery Files helps create more consistent, effective treatment experiences for patients while supporting the professional growth of clinicians. The result is a more integrated, evidence-based approach to mental health and addiction treatment that benefits both providers and patients.
The Recovery Files is a specialized professional network designed to enhance the delivery of substance use disorder and mental health treatment through collaborative information sharing. Our platform provides evidence-based psychoeducational resources that enable clinicians to grow.
“When we align our clinical practices with our clinician's natural strengths, we don't just build better programs—we nurture the innate healing power that drew them to this field.”
Sheamus Moran
Bridging Theory and Practice: Clinical Coaching in Modern Addiction Treatment
In the challenging world of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, excellence isn't just about degrees—it's about passion, skill, and continuous growth. This groundbreaking book reveals how coaching can transform good clinicians into exceptional professionals, regardless of their educational background. This book bridges the gap between potential and performance, showing how coaching can create exceptional clinicians and transformative care.
Discover how to:
Unlock your unique strengths through innovative strengths mapping techniques
Master the art of workflow, not just workload management
Navigate and overcome initiative fatigue in ever-changing treatment landscapes
Build authentic rapport that resonates with clients and colleagues alike
Deepen your understanding of 12-step programs and mutual support groups, conquer imposter syndrome and embrace your true potential
Cultivate emotional intelligence for enhanced clinical effectiveness
Combat compassion fatigue while maintaining empathy and care
Through real-world examples, practical exercises, and evidence-based strategies, this book demonstrates how coaching:
Improves patient outcomes and treatment efficacy
Aligns personal passion with organizational mission
Clarifies and actualizes professional vision
Prevents burnout and fosters long-term career satisfaction
Enhances team chemistry and collaborative care
Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this essential guide will revolutionize your approach to SUD treatment. Embrace the power of coaching to elevate your practice, energize your career, and make a lasting difference in the lives of those struggling with substance use disorders.
Transforming Teams Transforming Lives
Unlock the Power of Exceptional Teams in SUD Treatment
This pioneering book offers a transformative approach to building and nurturing exceptional teams in residential substance use disorder treatment settings. Through interactive workshops, clinicians will master team building, achieve mission alignment, harness lateral peer coaching, and develop authentic connections.
The book introduces a paradigm shift in staff development, replacing mundane training with engaging learning experiences that spark dialogue and foster continuous professional growth.
Packed with case studies, exercises, and actionable strategies, this resource equips you to:
Build resilient teams that thrive amid treatment challenges
Improve patient outcomes through enhanced team effectiveness
Cultivate a retention culture that attracts top talent
Help clinicians combat imposter syndrome
Whether you're a seasoned leader or emerging professional, this book will revolutionize your understanding of teamwork in SUD treatment, creating positive change throughout addiction treatment.
Invest in your team's potential, align your mission, and amplify your collective impact.
Responding to Relapse: Recovery Reconstruction Guide
This innovative guide takes a strength-based approach to recovery, identifying stuck points and providing tools for sustained growth and freedom. Rather than critiquing past efforts, it invites readers to study their experiences, learn from them, and build upon what has worked while discarding what hasn't.
A self-guided exploration of your relapse experience
Tools to identify warning signs and unmet needs
Communication strategies for support systems
A detailed look at the disease model of addiction
Guidance for families dealing with chronic relapse
Interactive exercises and self-assessments
Drawing inspiration from relapse treatment pioneers, this book offers a nuanced yet approachable roadmap to enduring recovery. Providing a sophisticated yet accessible path to lasting recovery. It's not about reinventing the wheel, but about putting air in the tires and getting you back on track. Rather than starting from scratch, our approach fine-tunes existing recovery foundations, revitalizing your journey and propelling you forward.
Bridges to Recovery: A Family’s Path Through Addiction Recovery
Bridges to Recovery goes beyond theory, offering a hands-on, practical approach to family support in addiction recovery. This comprehensive guide empowers you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to navigate the complex journey of addiction and recovery, not just for your loved one, but for your entire family. Combined with input from families and individuals in recovery, this book is a uniquely comprehensive and empathetic guide. Whether you're dealing with active addiction or supporting a loved one in early recovery, this book provides the roadmap you need to weather the storm and emerge stronger as a family.
Inside, you'll discover:
The Delicate Balance: Learn the crucial difference between enabling and supporting, and how to set healthy boundaries that promote recovery without compromising your own well-being.
Self-Care Strategies: Explore essential techniques to maintain your emotional and physical health amidst the stress of supporting a loved one in addiction.
The Power of Community: Understand the invaluable role of mutual support groups for families and how to find the right one for you.
Communication Mastery: Develop skills to improve family dynamics, express concerns effectively, and create an environment conducive to honest dialogue.
Relapse Response Plan: Prepare for potential setbacks with a comprehensive strategy to handle relapse compassionately and effectively.
Rebuilding Trust: Learn step-by-step approaches to mend relationships and foster a supportive environment for long-term recovery.
Unique Features:
Interactive Workbook: Engage with over 50 self-assessment tools and worksheets designed to help you apply concepts to your specific situation.
Family Narratives: Draw inspiration and insights from real-life stories of families who have successfully navigated the recovery journey.
Dual Perspective: Special sections and worksheets for individuals in recovery provide invaluable insights into their experiences, fostering greater understanding and empathy within the family.
Responding To The Responders
This book, “Responding to Responders: A Comprehensive Guide,” is born from the recognition that this specialized demographic needs and deserve specialized care tailored to their unique experiences and needs. Drawing from the groundbreaking work of the National Law Enforcement and First Responder Wellness Center at Harbor of Grace, this volume presents a novel approach to treating substance use disorders and mental health issues in the first responder population.
At the heart of this guide is a fundamental principle: to treat the person, not the position. While the role of a first responder is integral to their identity, it is crucial to see beyond the uniform to the individual beneath. This book provides clinicians with the tools and insights needed to address the whole person – their emotional, mental, biological, and spiritual wellness – rather than focusing solely on their professional persona.
Throughout this guide, we explore a range of clinical interventions, from individual counseling and group therapy to specialized treatments for work-related stress and trauma. We delve into both inpatient and ongoing aftercare treatment modalities, recognizing that different individuals may require different levels of care at various stages of their recovery journey.
Straightforward Path Workbook
IN THE BATTLE AGAINST SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER, simplicity is key. This innovative workbook cuts through the complexities to deliver a clear, practical approach rooted in the core principles of addiction treatment and mutual support groups like AA and NA.
Drawing from evidence-based models like cognitive behavioral therapy and the work of pioneers like Father Joseph Martin, the worksheets guide you through self-diagnosis, identifying emotional triggers, recognizing relapse warning signs, and cultivating the mindset for lasting recovery.
With compassion and a touch of humor, the author deftly translates clinical concepts into the straightforward language of mutual support, meeting you where you are. By becoming better informed about the solutions that have worked for countless others, you’ll be empowered to make the right decisions in early recovery.
Designed to simplify without oversimplifying, this workbook provides the tools to get you to the true starting line of sobriety and regaining control. Recovery doesn’t have to be complicated - let this book show you the way.
Straightforward Path Facilitators Guide
At the core of this visionary approach is a fundamental shift in perspective. Rather than viewing addiction as a shameful or marginalized condition, we must recognize that recovery is a powerful and transformative process that deserves to be celebrated and normalized. By creating treatment environments that are characterized by fun, enthusiasm, and connection, we can foster a sense of hope, empowerment, and belonging among patients and staff alike.
This groundbreaking guide, inspired by pioneers like Father Joseph Martin, challenges clinicians and treatment providers to set new standards in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment. Move beyond existing practices and embrace a visionary approach that celebrates recovery as a powerful, transformative journey.
Inside, you'll discover:
Strategies to cultivate enthusiasm, connection, and innovation in treatment centers
Tools to elevate patient experiences and empower staff development
Frameworks for engaging families and communities in the recovery process
Approaches to advocate for systemic change and reshape public perceptions
Innovative self-assessment techniques to foster patients' personal growth
Whether you're a counselor, therapist, social worker, or peer recovery specialist, this comprehensive facilitator's guide offers:
Evidence-based techniques for running transformative groups and workshops
A framework for consistent, cohesive messaging across diverse clinical backgrounds
Wisdom distilled from pioneering experts, and years of field experience
Methods to implement self-reflection and personal development tools for patients
Join a growing movement of visionary leaders committed to revolutionizing SUD treatment. Learn to create environments where recovery is not just treated, but celebrated, normalized, and deeply personalized.
Invest in your team's potential, align your mission, and watch your collective impact soar. The future of SUD treatment starts with the teams we build today.
Equip yourself to make a profound impact. The future of addiction recovery starts here.
A Straightforward Path
In the complex landscape of addiction recovery, finding clarity can feel like searching for a lighthouse in a storm. That's why we've created a revolutionary approach to substance use disorder treatment that transforms clinical expertise into practical, actionable wisdom you can use every day.
Breaking Through the Complexity
Our innovative programming cuts through the noise to deliver what matters most - real solutions that work in real life. We understand that recovery isn't about memorizing complex theories or wrestling with abstract concepts. It's about finding your path forward, one step at a time, with tools and insights that make sense in your daily life.
Where Science Meets Simplicity
Drawing from the rich traditions of successful recovery programs and the latest advances in addiction treatment, we've crafted a unique approach that brings together:
The timeless wisdom of mutual support groups like AA and NA
Evidence-based strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy
Insights from pioneering experts like Father Joseph Martin and Dr. Kevin McCaulley
Modern, generational content that speaks your language
Your Recovery, Your Language
We believe that understanding is the foundation of healing. That's why we've translated complex clinical concepts into clear, straightforward language that resonates with real experiences. No jargon, no complicated theories - just practical tools and insights that make sense in your world.
A Framework for Lasting Change
Our comprehensive program guides you through essential aspects of recovery:
Self-discovery and understanding your unique relationship with substance use
Identifying and managing emotional triggers that challenge your sobriety
Recognizing early warning signs before they become relapses
Building the mindset and skills needed for sustained recovery
More Than Just Treatment - A Community
Recovery isn't just about stopping substance use - it's about starting a new chapter in your life. Our program provides:
Flexible online access to support your journey wherever you are
Continued guidance both during treatment and after discharge
Tools to help you build a strong foundation for lasting sobriety
Connection to a community that understands your challenges
Simple Doesn't Mean Easy
While we've made our program straightforward, we recognize that recovery takes courage, commitment, and support. That's why we're here every step of the way, providing the structure and guidance needed to help you reach the true starting line of your recovery journey.
Your Next Step Forward
Whether you're taking your first steps toward recovery or seeking to strengthen your existing sobriety, our program offers the practical tools, understanding, and support you need. Recovery doesn't have to be complicated - let us help you find your path to lasting change.
“The most sustainable path to clinical excellence begins with recognizing that every clinician carries unique strengths. Our role isn't to standardize these differences away, but to orchestrate them into a symphony of care.”
-Sheamus Moran
Integrated Recovery Excellence: A Multi-Dimensional Framework for Patient, Family, and Clinical Development
Understanding and effectively reaching patients and families in recovery demands a sophisticated, multi-tiered approach that recognizes the diverse stages of the recovery journey. Our program seamlessly integrates foundational recovery protection planning with visionary relapse prevention strategies, ensuring that each individual receives support precisely aligned with their current needs and capabilities. For those in early recovery, we offer concrete, accessible tools focusing on immediate safety, basic coping skills, and essential trigger management. As individuals progress, our advanced programming explores deeper aspects of lifestyle redesign, recovery capital building, and long-term personal growth.
Simultaneously, our family support framework acknowledges that loved ones experience their own parallel journey through crisis, early recovery, and maintenance stages. We provide targeted resources for families at each phase, from urgent crisis intervention and boundary-setting to advanced healing work and sustainable support strategies. This comprehensive approach ensures that whether someone is taking their first steps in recovery or building a vision for their future, they and their families receive appropriately scaled, relevant support that evolves with their progress.
Our comprehensive clinical development platform seamlessly integrates professional growth with patient care, offering a robust suite of tools designed for both clinicians and clients in substance use disorder treatment. For treatment professionals, we provide evidence-based coaching modules, performance metrics, and team development resources that enhance clinical competency while streamlining supervision and documentation processes.
Patients benefit from our adaptive learning system, which delivers personalized psychoeducational content and interactive worksheets that meet them precisely at their level of understanding and recovery stage. The platform's sophisticated analytics engine generates real-time outcome tracking and engagement metrics, offering organizations valuable insights into treatment effectiveness while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Through our user-friendly interface, accessible via both desktop and mobile devices, treatment centers can monitor progress, generate custom reports, and demonstrate program success through quantifiable data. This integrated approach ensures that clinical development, patient education, and organizational success are not just measured but meaningfully connected.
"The art of clinical leadership isn't about fixing weaknesses, but about creating environments where strengths can flourish. In this space, both healers and healing thrive.”
Sheamus Moran
Beyond Supervision: Clinical Coaching as the Architecture of Treatment Excellence
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Coaching & Development
Navigate and overcome initiative fatigue in ever-changing treatment landscapes.
Unlock your unique strengths through innovative strengths mapping techniques
Master the art of workflow, not just workload management
Build authentic rapport that resonates with clients and colleagues alike
Deepen your understanding of 12-step programs and mutual support groups, conquer imposter syndrome and embrace your true potential
Cultivate emotional intelligence for enhanced clinical effectiveness
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Retain Staff
Master the art of team building and foster unshakeable cohesion
Achieve mission alignment and deliver consistent, congruent messaging to patients
Harness the potential of lateral peer coaching to elevate team performance
Develop authentic connections with patients and colleagues alike
Foster an environment of continuous learning and professional evolution
Combat compassion fatigue while maintaining empathy and care
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Empowerment
Create vibrant learning experiences that spark dialogue and inspire collaboration
Build resilient teams that thrive in the face of SUD treatment challenges
Dramatically improve patient outcomes through enhanced team effectiveness
Cultivate a culture of retention that attracts and keeps top talent
Empower clinicians to combat imposter syndrome and embrace their unique strengths
From oversight to insight: transforming Addiction treatment through clinical coaching
“In the challenging landscape of addiction treatment, our greatest untapped resource lies in the natural strengths of our clinicians. When we build around these strengths rather than against them, burnout transforms into breakthrough."
Sheamus Moran
Reimagining Staff Development as the Architecture of Sustainable Care
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Unlock Your Team's Potential
Develop robust peer support alliances and align personal values with program missions
Combat imposter syndrome and cultivate authentic, trust-based connections
Master the art of clear, compassionate communication within multidisciplinary teams
Navigate the unique emotional and ethical challenges of SUD treatment
Foster a shared sense of purpose that fuels motivation and drives exceptional care
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Practical Tools for Lasting Change
Create a culture of retention that attracts and nurtures top talent in addiction treatment
Transform staff training from a mundane obligation into a growth-oriented experience
Develop a "workflow, not workload" mindset that enhances efficiency
Tools for measuring and celebrating team progress and success
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The Ripple Effect of Excellence
Strategies for building psychological safety within high-stress environments
Boost treatment outcomes through consistent, high-quality care delivery
Reduce staff turnover and associated costs in notoriously high-burnout settings
Enhance your agency's reputation as a leader in evidence-based, team-oriented care
Find renewed purpose and satisfaction in your vital work
"Building a new organizational culture is like constructing a bridge while walking on it – it requires simultaneous attention to current stability and future possibility. Every step must be both bold enough to matter and secure enough to trust."
“Through dynamic team-building exercises, clinicians discover how to create unshakeable bonds that transform a group of individuals into an unstoppable healing force."
— Sheamus Moran
“When the entire team speaks with one clear, compassionate voice, patients receive consistent support at every touchpoint of their recovery journey."
— Sheamus Moran
“Beyond theory, this toolkit empowers clinicians to shed self-doubt and step confidently into their power as agents of transformation in patients' lives.”
— Sheamus Moran
“When teams operate at peak effectiveness, patient outcomes don't just improve - they soar. This resource provides the blueprint for excellence in addiction treatment.”
— Sheamus Moran
“The language of recovery is learned one conversation at a time. Master the words that bridge understanding and open hearts to healing.”
— Sheamus Moran
“The path to rebuilding trust isn't about forgetting the past - it's about creating a new future, one small act of consistency at a time.”
— Sheamus Moran
“Navigating addiction in the family requires a delicate balance of love and limits. It's about learning to hold space while holding boundaries.”
— Sheamus Moran
“When we understand the difference between helping and enabling, we become powerful allies in our loved one's recovery rather than unintentional obstacles.”
— Sheamus Moran