EPISODE · Apr 4, 2025 · 39 MIN
How To Get Sober And STAY That Way (Michael shares the raw truth about hitting rock bottom)
from TheWillpowerPodcast with Will Gordon · host Will Gordon
Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. I tried inpatient rehab, outpatient programs, and every drug imaginable—but the loop of addiction almost killed me. 🎢 From ecstasy and designer drugs in the 90s rave scene to the hopelessness of a father who wanted to die—this is a brutally honest addiction recovery story. 💡 If you've ever felt like you’re stuck on a merry-go-round of relapse, shame, and craving... you're not alone. 🧠 Addiction isn't just about substances—it’s about escaping the present moment through any external fix. And for many, that spiral starts early and escalates fast. 👨👧👦 "I had 3 young kids. I wanted to die. Rehab wasn't a luxury—it was a lifeline." 🛏️ From the raw truth of inpatient rehab to the spiritual breakthrough on his knees in a hospital room, this story is a living testament that recovery is possible. 🔥 Your greatest chapter isn’t behind you—it’s waiting to be written. 📅 Book a 1:1 Sober Mentoring Session Today—LINK BELOW https://calendly.com/thewillpowerpodc... Love my content? It takes a ton of work. I would so appreciate any form of contribution if you feel inclined. Thank you for being here 🙏 https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpower... 00:00 - The First Escape: When Alcohol Entered My Life 01:57 - The Rave Scene: Discovering Drugs in the 90s 04:05 - Numbing the Pain: The Addiction Cycle Begins 07:23 - Lost and Alone: Hitting Rock Bottom 10:20 - A Father’s Wake-Up Call: The Turning Point 13:15 - Surrender and Support: The Journey to Rehab 16:35 - Meeting God on the Floor: My Spiritual Awakening 19:15 - A New Perspective: Embracing Surrender Over Willpower 21:40 - This Is Not the End: Sharing Hope With Others 24:00 - The Power of Gratitude: Sobriety's Greatest Gift
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Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. I tried inpatient rehab, outpatient programs, and every drug imaginable—but the loop of addiction almost killed me. 🎢 From ecstasy and designer drugs in the 90s rave scene to the hopelessness of a father who wanted to die—this is a brutally honest addiction recovery story. 💡 If you've ever felt like you’re stuck on a merry-go-round of relapse, shame, and craving... you're not alone. 🧠 Addiction isn't just about substances—it’s about escaping the present moment through any external fix. And for many, that spiral starts early and escalates fast. 👨👧👦 "I had 3 young kids. I wanted to die. Rehab wasn't a luxury—it was a lifeline." 🛏️ From the raw truth of inpatient rehab to the spiritual breakthrough on his knees in a hospital room, this story is a living testament that recovery is possible. 🔥 Your greatest chapter isn’t behind you—it’s waiting to be written. 📅 Book a 1:1 Sober Mentoring Session Today—LINK BELOW https://calendly.com/thewillpowerpodc... Love my content? It takes a ton of work. I would so appreciate any form of contribution if you feel inclined. Thank you for being here 🙏 https://buymeacoffee.com/thewillpower... 00:00 - The First Escape: When Alcohol Entered My Life 01:57 - The Rave Scene: Discovering Drugs in the 90s 04:05 - Numbing the Pain: The Addiction Cycle Begins 07:23 - Lost and Alone: Hitting Rock Bottom 10:20 - A Father’s Wake-Up Call: The Turning Point 13:15 - Surrender and Support: The Journey to Rehab 16:35 - Meeting God on the Floor: My Spiritual Awakening 19:15 - A New Perspective: Embracing Surrender Over Willpower 21:40 - This Is Not the End: Sharing Hope With Others 24:00 - The Power of Gratitude: Sobriety's Greatest Gift
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