What happens when the life you’ve been handed is filled with opportunity but still feels empty? In this powerful episode, Dylan opens up about his personal journey from addiction and survival to recovery, health, and purpose.

Raised in a supportive environment with every opportunity at his fingertips, Dylan still found himself lost in substance abuse. His story is not just about hitting rock bottom. It is about what it takes to climb out of it. Today, Dylan uses his past to inspire others and redefine what it means to truly live.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Why addiction does not discriminate, even in privileged environments
• The moment Dylan knew he needed to change
• What recovery looked like one day at a time
• How fitness and faith became anchors in his healing
• The importance of community and vulnerability
• What it means to live a purpose-driven life after addiction
• Dylan’s advice for anyone struggling in silence

This Episode Is for You If...

• You or someone you love is battling addiction
• You have ever wondered if recovery is possible
• You feel stuck in survival mode or are searching for purpose
• You want to hear an honest and hopeful story about change

Key Timestamps:

08:27 – First experience with marijuana and how curiosity led to harder drugs

14:07 – The role of discomfort in recovery and breaking unhealthy patterns

22:35 – What is the "pink cloud" in addiction recovery and why it's dangerous

25:28 – Replacing bad habits with structure and purpose

44:00 – The moment Dylan decided to change and commit to sobriety

47:00 – Practical tools that helped Dylan stay clean after treatment

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