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M2 The Rock: Michael Molthan on Addiction, Spiritual Awakening, and the Power of Purpose

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In this gripping episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Michael Molthan — better known as “M2 The Rock” — to talk about his extraordinary journey from high-profile luxury homebuilder to 27 mugshots, addiction, and incarceration… and ultimately, to recovery, redemption, and purpose.

Michael shares candidly about the spiritual awakening he experienced while in prison, the childhood trauma that fueled his addiction, and the transformational power of service. With raw honesty and passion, Michael challenges the stigma around addiction by making a bold statement: “Everyone is an addict.”

This conversation dives deep into:

  • The hidden trauma beneath substance use disorder
  • How spiritual disconnection drives addiction
  • What recovery really looks like (and why it's not about willpower)
  • Why Step 2 may be the most dangerous moment in early sobriety
  • How to find peace and purpose on the other side of pain
  • Michael’s "spiritual autopsy" and how it led to healing
  • Turning pain into purpose — and mugshots into a mission

Michael’s story is proof that nothing is wasted — and that healing is possible no matter how far you've fallen. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or seeking a deeper understanding of mental and spiritual health, this episode will move and inspire you.

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Content provided by Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal, Dr. John Dyben, and Dr. Rachel Docekal. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal, Dr. John Dyben, and Dr. Rachel Docekal or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this gripping episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal sit down with Michael Molthan — better known as “M2 The Rock” — to talk about his extraordinary journey from high-profile luxury homebuilder to 27 mugshots, addiction, and incarceration… and ultimately, to recovery, redemption, and purpose.

Michael shares candidly about the spiritual awakening he experienced while in prison, the childhood trauma that fueled his addiction, and the transformational power of service. With raw honesty and passion, Michael challenges the stigma around addiction by making a bold statement: “Everyone is an addict.”

This conversation dives deep into:

  • The hidden trauma beneath substance use disorder
  • How spiritual disconnection drives addiction
  • What recovery really looks like (and why it's not about willpower)
  • Why Step 2 may be the most dangerous moment in early sobriety
  • How to find peace and purpose on the other side of pain
  • Michael’s "spiritual autopsy" and how it led to healing
  • Turning pain into purpose — and mugshots into a mission

Michael’s story is proof that nothing is wasted — and that healing is possible no matter how far you've fallen. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or seeking a deeper understanding of mental and spiritual health, this episode will move and inspire you.

Resources & Mentions:

  continue reading

31 episodes

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