Matt Drinkhahn welcomes Matt Scoletti—a man whose story proves that rock bottom can become your greatest launchpad. From struggling with alcohol addiction to earning titles like Mr. Pittsburgh and completing 21 marathons in 21 days, Matt shares the raw, unfiltered truth behind his transformation.

Learn how a simple but powerful morning ritual (The First 15), a total mindset reset, and relentless personal accountability helped Matt reclaim his health, career, and purpose. This episode is packed with fire for anyone chasing greatness through grit.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome to The Eternal Optimist Podcast
• 00:00:20 - Meet Matt Scoletti: From Rock Bottom to Ultra Beast
• 00:01:39 - Ball Courts to Bar Nights: A Dream Derailed
• 00:04:32 - The Night That Changed Everything
• 00:09:11 - Building Resilience Through Rock Bottom
• 00:16:53 - Redemption Through Endurance and Purpose
• 00:19:36 - Helping Natalie: A Moment That Matters
• 00:24:35 - Tears, Triumph, and the Finish Line
• 00:26:11 - Breaking the Chains of Self-Doubt
• 00:27:27 - 5X Ironman: Pushing the Human Limit
• 00:31:13 - Turning Failure Into Your Fuel
• 00:37:49 - Books That Lit the Fire
• 00:41:22 - Beats That Power the Grind
• 00:43:34 - Living Life as an Eternal Optimist

Links And Resources:

• Matt Scoletti’s Website
• Average to Savage Podcast
• Matt Scoletti on LinkedIn

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