I Got 3 DUIs Before 20… and It Still Didn’t Stop My Addiction

In episode 55 of F The Stigma Podcast, host Laisha Martinez sits down with Dave Puhky shares how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that changed everything. In this episode, he breaks down how he quit all mind-altering substances, rebuilt his life through fitness and martial arts, and now advocates for men’s mental health and sobriety. If you’re struggling or seeking real recovery insight, this conversation is for you.

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Chapters |00:00 Intro & Guest Welcomes00:33 Early Addictions and Recovery Journeys04:00 Hitting Bottom: Mental vs. External Signs08:00 Growing Up, Family Trauma & Early Drinking14:00 Victimhood, Responsibility & Using Pain as Purpose19:30 Addiction, Trauma, and the Power of Facing Demons24:00 Finding Connection & Presence Over Materialism31:00 Cycle of Addiction, Isolation & Comfort Zones36:00 DUIs, Legal Trouble & Learning from Rock Bottom44:00 Breaking the Cycle: Getting Sober & Building New Habits50:00 Martial Arts, Fitness & Healthy Addictions55:00 Balance, Joy, and Defining Your Own Success57:00 Final Thoughts, Socials & Thanks

Dave Puhky's Links |

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/davepuhky/

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TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@fthestigma

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/fthestigmapod

Website | www.fthestigma.com

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