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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 1H 51M

Michael Chernow | Wired to Win: How to Transform Addiction Into A Superpower + Become Unstoppable

from Wellness + Wisdom Podcast · host Josh Trent

Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 718Is it possible to harness an addictive personality and turn it into a powerful fuel source?Michael Chernow, Founder of Kreatures of Habit, joins Josh Trent on the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 718, to reveal how hitting rock bottom led him to discover the ultimate healing power of connection and self-love, why a structured routine can build the foundation for conquering life’s toughest challenges, how to break free from destructive patterns, and why choosing to show up for yourself is the first step toward lasting transformation."When you strip away drugs and alcohol from someone who has an addiction, they're left with this ability to commit to anything they put their mind to. They've channeled their superpower down the wrong path and so you give them a little bit of a course correction and the sky's the limit." - Michael Chernow20% Off Kreatures of Habit with code "WISDOM20"Kreatures of Habit helps you build intentional, healthy routines with simple, nutrient-packed products.Their flagship offerings include Meal One, a high-protein oatmeal for energy and nutrition, and Sleep Oats, designed to promote restful sleep and recovery.With a mission to blend convenience, taste, and functional wellness, Kreatures of Habit empowers individuals to optimize their health one habit at a time.The oats are packed with pea protein (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free), contain probiotics and digestive enzymes, and help you reduce soreness and recovery time.Save 20% with code "WISDOM20"In This Episode, Michael Chernow Uncovers: (01:10) The Truth About Addicts (06:55) Connection Is The Cure (13:00) Faith in Higher Power (17:50) Healing The Father Wound (25:45) The Consequences of Trauma (30:55) Why People Always Want to Win (43:25) You Have a Choice (48:15) What Happens When You Hit Rock Bottom? (53:10) Healing Can't Be Forced (01:02:05) It Starts With Children (01:07:15) Kreatures of Habit (01:15:30) Habits Are Hard to Sell (01:21:30) The Hardship in Entrepreneurship (01:27:25) The Key to Productivity (01:35:15) Inner Child Healing (01:42:10) Your Children Can Help You Heal👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the full SHOW NOTES + resources HERE!⁠⁠Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All ProductsBiohacking⁠ MANNA Vitality - Save 20% with code JOSH20 HigherDOSE - 15% off with the code JOSH15 PLUNGE - $150 off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE Pulsetto - Save 20% with code "JOSH" SaunaSpace - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Ultrahuman Ring Air - 10% off with code JOSHNutrition + Gut Health Organifi - 20% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE SEED Synbiotic - 25% off with the code 25JOSHTRENT 🎉Paleovalley -  Now 20% off till February 28th! (normally 15% off) EQUIP Foods - 15% off with the code WELLNESS15 DRY FARM WINES - Get an extra bottle of Pure Natural Wine with your order for just 1¢ Just Thrive - 20% off with the code JOSH Legacy Cacao - Save 10% with JOSH when you order by the pound!Supplements MANNAGOLD - $20 off with the code JOSHGOLD Adapt Naturals - 15% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE MitoZen - 10% off with the code WELLNESS FORCE Activation Products - 20% off with the code JOSH20 BiOptimizers - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Fatty15 Essential Fatty Acids Supplement - Get 15% off with code JOSH15Sleep Pillow Cube - Save 10% with code WELLNESSFORCE BiOptimizers Ultimate Sleep System Bundle - 10% off with JOSH10 Zyppah Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece - 20% off with the code JOSH MitoZen Super SandMan Ultra™ (Melatonin Liposomal)+ | 10% off with WELLNESSFORCE Luminette Light Therapy Glasses - 15% off with JOSH Cured Nutrition CBN Night Oil - 20% off with JOSH20 Dore & Rose - #1 Deep Sleep Mask | 10% off with JOSHNatural Energy MTE - Save 20% with JOSH TruKava - Save 20% with code JOSH20 Drink Update - Save 25% with discount code JOSH25 EONS Mushroom Coffee - 20% off with the discount code JOSH20 EnergyBITS - 20% off with the code WELLNESSFORCE BUBS Naturals - Save 20% with JOSH20

Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 718Is it possible to harness an addictive personality and turn it into a powerful fuel source?Michael Chernow, Founder of Kreatures of Habit, joins Josh Trent on the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 718, to reveal how hitting rock bottom led him to discover the ultimate healing power of connection and self-love, why a structured routine can build the foundation for conquering life’s toughest challenges, how to break free from destructive patterns, and why choosing to show up for yourself is the first step toward lasting transformation."When you strip away drugs and alcohol from someone who has an addiction, they're left with this ability to commit to anything they put their mind to. They've channeled their superpower down the wrong path and so you give them a little bit of a course correction and the sky's the limit." - Michael Chernow20% Off Kreatures of Habit with code "WISDOM20"Kreatures of Habit helps you build intentional, healthy routines with simple, nutrient-packed products.Their flagship offerings include Meal One, a high-protein oatmeal for energy and nutrition, and Sleep Oats, designed to promote restful sleep and recovery.With a mission to blend convenience, taste, and functional wellness, Kreatures of Habit empowers individuals to optimize their health one habit at a time.The oats are packed with pea protein (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free), contain probiotics and digestive enzymes, and help you reduce soreness and recovery time.Save 20% with code "WISDOM20"In This Episode, Michael Chernow Uncovers: (01:10) The Truth About Addicts (06:55) Connection Is The Cure (13:00) Faith in Higher Power (17:50) Healing The Father Wound (25:45) The Consequences of Trauma (30:55) Why People Always Want to Win (43:25) You Have a Choice (48:15) What Happens When You Hit Rock Bottom? (53:10) Healing Can't Be Forced (01:02:05) It Starts With Children (01:07:15) Kreatures of Habit (01:15:30) Habits Are Hard to Sell (01:21:30) The Hardship in Entrepreneurship (01:27:25) The Key to Productivity (01:35:15) Inner Child Healing (01:42:10) Your Children Can Help You Heal👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the full SHOW NOTES + resources HERE!⁠⁠Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All ProductsBiohacking⁠ MANNA Vitality - Save 20% with code JOSH20 HigherDOSE - 15% off with the code JOSH15 PLUNGE - $150 off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE Pulsetto - Save 20% with code "JOSH" SaunaSpace - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Ultrahuman Ring Air - 10% off with code JOSHNutrition + Gut Health Organifi - 20% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE SEED Synbiotic - 25% off with the code 25JOSHTRENT 🎉Paleovalley -  Now 20% off till February 28th! (normally 15% off) EQUIP Foods - 15% off with the code WELLNESS15 DRY FARM WINES - Get an extra bottle of Pure Natural Wine with your order for just 1¢ Just Thrive - 20% off with the code JOSH Legacy Cacao - Save 10% with JOSH when you order by the pound!Supplements MANNAGOLD - $20 off with the code JOSHGOLD Adapt Naturals - 15% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE MitoZen - 10% off with the code WELLNESS FORCE Activation Products - 20% off with the code JOSH20 BiOptimizers - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Fatty15 Essential Fatty Acids Supplement - Get 15% off with code JOSH15Sleep Pillow Cube - Save 10% with code WELLNESSFORCE BiOptimizers Ultimate Sleep System Bundle - 10% off with JOSH10 Zyppah Anti-Snoring Mouthpiece - 20% off with the code JOSH MitoZen Super SandMan Ultra™ (Melatonin Liposomal)+ | 10% off with WELLNESSFORCE Luminette Light Therapy Glasses - 15% off with JOSH Cured Nutrition CBN Night Oil - 20% off with JOSH20 Dore & Rose - #1 Deep Sleep Mask | 10% off with JOSHNatural Energy MTE - Save 20% with JOSH TruKava - Save 20% with code JOSH20 Drink Update - Save 25% with discount code JOSH25 EONS Mushroom Coffee - 20% off with the discount code JOSH20 EnergyBITS - 20% off with the code WELLNESSFORCE BUBS Naturals - Save 20% with JOSH20

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