Profound Advice From Rock Bottom: Responsibility, Recovery & Reinvention | David Manheim X Rich Roll

[@richroll]

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[@JT0007]

I’m newly sober. Holding back the tears. Thank you for this podcast. 🫡🇺🇸

[@thornburymatthew]

I love your podcast and videos, Rich! Every guest on it is just so amazing. This show along with running is my new addiction. I've been clean for a couple of years. I am really trying to get into the running community because of your show. I am just learning about so many awesome human beings. Stumbling onto your cast has opened up doors of possibilities in my new sober life. Thank you, man. Sincerely.

[@DopeyPodcast]

Thanks so much for having me on!!!! It was a blast!

[@richroll]

Thanks for bringing it brother🔥

[@escher3209]

This episode came at a particular time for me where I've been working with some friends to start some type of rudimentary podcast based on this exactly. So luck to have found your show thru RR who's been an inspiration for the longest. Much love and appreciation brothers.

[@escher3209]

🔥

[@dylancaligiuri6093]

@@richrollthank you and @dopeypodcast for this show. I really need positive roll models in my life and @richroll, you are a great example of the discipline and resiliency that I’m working to cultivate. @dopeyPodcast, I’m excited to check out your show.

[@Brian_Boru]

Rich kept David at bay for a long time because he likes to play head games, even with people in recovery.

[@HomemakerDaze]

I love all my recovery family more than my own family ❤ 2.5yrs!

[@catsteinhilb2880]

Tell me more

[@HomemakerDaze]

Well the community of NA and my sponsor helped change my life! Fuck meth. ​@@catsteinhilb2880

[@aaronschmoller3717]

I believe that once an addict realizes he/she has a special kind of energy and obsession for things other than drugs nothing can stand in their way, When they change what they channel their special energy into it's on ,thanks for the episode

[@kelseyloushin1343]

For anyone who doesn't believe addiction is mental/physical illness, they need to listen to this. Cunning, baffling & powerful. Thx for this important history lesson on what the life of addiction looks like! I'm so glad he is still with us to share this important, inspiring story.

[@richroll]

Dave is the best

[@Dpatz33]

As a member of the dopey nation, thanks for having Dave on the show!! So cool to see

[@Nmbrbsa]

Love the shows focusing on addiction, sobriety and recover. I would like to see more women as well, Rich, as well as a focus on food addiction & recovery. ❤

[@erinadell1692]

Definitely!

[@Ragnar-Viking]

Dave is a great guy ! Thanks for having him Rich.

[@billtime1027]

The antidote to addiction is not sobriety, it's connection.

[@AndreiB92]

Healthy* connection. One of the hardest things I've ever had to do was to ditch my ''day ones'' because they always have drugs in their pockets and consuming them was our main activity when we got together.

[@lexremillard2549]

Acceptance and honesty lead to connection

[@lindaw.5836]

I completely agree. Addiction is loss of connection to yourself and eveything/everyone else. Therefore sobriety is a connection to yourself and/or something/someone else. It's the ability to be open to it is the difficult thing.

[@KingsMom831]

Outstanding podcast, as usual! My children and I lost their father a month ago & this is the kind of information that could have helped him. Side note, his name was also, Cris. Thank you Rich for continuing to put out high quality content we can always count on. Much gratitude and appreciation to you both for this episode. 🙏

[@MegaMia1000]

I hope you and your children are okay? How did he die if you don't mind me asking? My husband died a year ago, he took his life but he was addicted to alcohol and said he couldn't see a way out of it. I couldn't see a way forward a year ago and wanted to end my life on the 22nd of August last year. Luckily, I didn't and now a year on my life is completely different, I have a new job as an alcohol recovery coordinator, I'm moving into a new house on the 22nd of August (which I've just realised is the same date) I have a new healthy relationship and I'm actually happy, which felt impossible just a year ago.

[@KingsMom831]

@@MegaMia1000 Thank you. Yes we are all managing as well as can be expected. I am deeply sorry to hear of your husband‘s troubles and for the loss of that connection/relationship. Sounds like you’re using all of this pain/tragedy as fuel to help build your momentum forward which is awesome! He suffered from addiction (it’s why we were estranged for the last 15+ years) He had recently gotten clean, and had about six months sobriety. In the last 10 days of his life, he went back to his hometown to help care for his father and ultimately, relapsed. He did lots of good things in the first several days before using again. Medical examiner says: “accidental” fentanyl overdose” We’re still waiting on the full toxicology report.

[@Tanerak-up9lp]

Its not about addiction, but I'm long without any idea what could help my brother. He's very anxiousely, living without electricity and Water, because of an unkown amount of debts and would need a special diet because of "sugar sickness". He's responsible for everything what he's living like now, and we don't know how to help. 3 years no Word no see anymore. I wish something like these Rock bottom stories would Wake him up, but he's not really able to look in the mirror and try. He was not vaccinated while Corona, because he was too afraid and just stayed Home. Like it still is 😢

[@SamStone1964]

Does he have a phone and internet?

[@jaynev3]

Really enjoyed this conversation! Thank you both! It’s crazy because addiction has no prejudice. It can take a hold of anyone, from any place, at any age, from any background. Finding a way out, which looks different for everyone, is a beautiful thing. Even though it’s hard work and requires commitment, but so worth it. I commend everyone who’s made that transition and for those that are in the struggle, it starts with a decision to want something different, then doing something different. One love ❤️

[@Dio-up7yh]

I’m savouring this piece as I want to fully appreciate the content, but Rich…visually this is a captivating cast. I want to sit at THAT table with you both and share this knowledge. And Rich, you are so good at what you do and have way more reach and influence with your podcast content than you may have had with law. Love from Australia ❤

[@richroll]

Thank you means a lot

[@tamnovak]

This man has created a community much needed, people are alive because of he and Chris...tootles. Also, he's a brotha alum. Love you man, keep on trudging that road... @DopeyPodcast

[@deancooling3480]

Compelling listening Rich, thanks! [A relevant quote comes to mind when I think about your question - is there a need to discover the reasons for addiction in order to effect recovery. The quote reads - "Forget the past, for it is gone from your domain. Forget the future, for it is beyond your reach. Control the present. Live supremely well now. It will whitewash the dark past and compel the future to be bright. This is the way of the wise." That was from Paramahansa Yogananda].

[@scottrose6643]

love you Dave, thanks for leading humbly by example.

[@JT0007]

I’m newly sober. Holding back the tears. Thank you for this podcast. 🫡🇺🇸

[@catherinecollins1017]

That was a great episode. I’m a huge Dopey fan, and I’m so happy that you had Dave on. I love him more now after hearing the interview.

[@cpkay33]

another great episode. thanks for this. my struggle is ongoing, but can always look forward to these conversations. awesome tee as well btw.

[@tralasong]

Another beautiful, thoughtful, open conversation. Thank you both.

[@kirstenc1838]

SO stoked to see Dave on this podcast! Dopey is the best!

[@richroll]

Right?!?!

[@andreasciarretta5409]

Love these addiction/recovery interviews! A good one. An inspiring one. Thank you!

[@bullfrogsymphony]

Many times I’ve started watching an episode, and many times I turn it off with a “f-you” or “easy for you to say,” etc….(some kind of internal resistance here, I assume)…and I’ve been turned off by “hustler” types (resistance and jealousy perhaps…haha) but after one week of being fully sober, something in listening to this one felt like many small light bulbs starting to turn on and inspires me to want to stay the course. Thank you both for doing what you do. 🤘💜🤘

[@User-5amk1m0]

1:12:17 “I was bitten by a radioactive junky” Lmao, me too, Dave… with powers and abilities I was NOT fond of at all… still fighting, still growing, recovering, and WILL recover. God be with me. God be with you.

[@michaelparkingram5536]

Rich, I’m a devout listener, thanks for giving freely the tools to help mind, body, and spirit! If you want some good females in sobriety, try getting Katie P., you won’t be disappointed.

[@hadgib]

Just a thought, some of us are so overwhelmed with depression and anxiety that we can’t do the work without the help of psychedelics. It needs to be done in a clinical environment and treated like medicine, which it is.

[@pamelakinga840]

I’ve never done drugs, type a high performer. Yet this episode is one of my favourite on your roster. Im grateful you put this out here ❤

[@Rue150]

Really enjoying all the sobriety podcasts :) I think focusing on this epidemic is so important right now. Especially as more and more people are sober curious it's time to saturate this topic. Thank you for using your platform to spread this topic!!

[@pamelakinga840]

I can’t get over how good this talk was

[@radikstettler3853]

We love you Dave!

[@StoryThyme100]

Living in "Dutch Country" I get a kick out of hearing Dave had a turning point here.

[@lydiarowe491]

Using and not using…and everything in between…what a session…for anyone that has no idea this has been a great conversation to tell it how it is..thankyou both..⭕️🦋⭕️

[@ruthswiftrealtor]

Fantastic episode! So interesting to hear people’s life stories, of going through the worst of times and still finding a way through, to building a better life!

[@misharamage5529]

Hey! Everyday drinker for 20+ yrs here. I’ve had other substances mixed in there. I’m working on getting fully sober. I’m not drinking every day for the last 2 yrs. But still drinking. And I don’t want to. And I’m soo afraid to go to meetings.

[@marionbeecham8233]

Dopey is the best. way to go Dave. x

[@brookes1911]

This was one of the best yet! I'm now working my way through the Dopey back catalogue 👏

[@gabriellebutler8254]

Dave is a deadset legend

[@joanolmstead1219]

i got sober for my daughter, first Alanon. i didn't want her to marry a guy like her dad. then i peeled the onion to all 12 step programs (glad this guy got sober, and your interview, presence and being; make this podcast my favorite". )

[@nouragilmore264]

This is amazing guys keep going 💖💖💖

[@winstonthomas4576]

I’ve never had a drug issue, but I can feel this episode. I can see a movie out of it!

[@user-ww6fg7vg7b]

Loved your conversation!!

[@annaelizabeth3525]

I really enjoyed this interview. So insightful as someone whose family member is going through addiction. Thank you

[@ShSy-ni6zq]

People who are crazed can't RECOVER I am very literally My RECOVRY is NEVER AGAIN Will people go through what I went through! I only know this through MINDFULNESS and 12 STEP People are making ( or passively) a new generation become addicts like us ! THAT MAKES ME RAGED!

[@AlignmentPaths]

Such a great story teller. Captivating.

[@janetfedeles3964]

I really enjoyed listening to Dave. His story is serious, not funny, but the way he says things made me laugh. I got a lot out of this interview, as always. Thanks.

[@Roy-G-Biv]

Here for Dave. Love him and all he has done to help humans. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💀💀💀💀💀 "The Last Jewish Waiter" is so good and sooooo funny!

[@dannyjacobson1381]

This is my first time of hearing about dopey Nation my favorite part of recovery is how interesting it is. Loved this😊

[@brooklynnbridget4997]

Excellent show! Thank you!!!👌

[@carolgerber6375]

I haven't even listened to this yet and I know it's going to be fabulous!

[@allardvanderstarre]

beautiful...i am strait from amsterdam; finding a new guitar yesterday....its better than drinking...its fun

[@breathingspace5283]

I loved it too. I was surprised that a topic I wouldn’t normally be interested in, but I felt I HAD to watch it to the end. I love the rebel inside him & it’s made me want a bit of that. #thankyou xxDee

[@BlackRail33]

Love Dave. Great interview!

[@lauriewebb4726]

Thank you I needed this today❤

[@Tsjr628]

What a great podcast! This is truly an illustration of why any day can be day 1.

[@MKYAholisticwellness]

This is amazing and exactly what I needed today. Thank you.

[@nooneinparticular9868]

Day two of sobriety. So ashamed to admit that I’m addicted to weed. I have adhd. It’s a challenge. I am so sick of being sick and tired. I want to be sober. I just don’t how. I’m so lost today

[@rebeccaoshea7934]

This was amazing 👏 ❤

[@justinchamberlain3443]

0:10 41 as an addict and completely reinvented himself-Praise God 2:10 didn’t have a God moment until..

[@hamzalh1937]

Thank you so much

[@serenityseeker9344]

Damn good interview. Thank you.

[@nooneinparticular9868]

Subbed. This was amazing.

[@ivanak7149]

Wow. What a story. Thanks for sharing.❤

[@melissazwieg2988]

Thank you🥇

[@allardvanderstarre]

time for some coffee and water: no drugs, no acohol...no painkillers; no nothing

[@user-er6ec1vr3x]

Thank you ! I needed this!

[@jodehoward4473]

So freaking good!!!

[@tingkidgaming2696]

One word! AWESOME 🎉

[@GenXMystic]

I always question small pupils.

[@stevenschuster]

Thanks for this guy! 😎

[@ReintroducingMyself]

Wow, excellent interview!

[@DJRentz]

Such an amazing episode. Dave is a true inspiration who has done more for me than anyone else on this planet, aside from my parents. Thrilled to see Dave have an opportunity to share his story on this platform and am looking forward to seeing Dopey and Dave continue to flourish.

[@promptstomping]

Dopey Dave! 🎉🎉

[@Jim_L]

This episode of Rich Roll is yet more proof that these AA-type programs don't really work all that well. Think about how many times addicts who attend something like AA relapse before getting it right. The statistics I've been able to find show that AA is successful 1.5% of the time (damn, that's not even 2%). I've also seen it as high as 10%. "Successful" is defined as still being sober five years after attending your first meeting. Think about how many meetings are filled with newbies, with only a very small handful of old-timers. It's an organization that has never gone through scientific/medical testing. I'm surprised that Rich Roll never mentions a lack of focus on nutrition for ex-addicts. These meetings are typically comprised of three things: 1) Usually a table of fatty, animal-laced, sugary doughnuts; 2) cups and cups of coffee; and 3) chain smokers. There's no emphasis on food and nutrition. No discussion on whole-foods, entirely plant-based eating that is low in fat, no oils, low in processed sugars, low in sodium. There's also no emphasis on routine exercise. David Manheim said it himself, which is that you're really ready to quit drugs/alcohol when YOU (and only you yourself) are ready to quit. Until then, AA is useless.

[@efilteau]

This guys is sonfunny but so new york weird … a pleasure to ear 🙃

[@marcschelz]

i really think randy blythe would be an amazing guest for this podcast

[@makwenkwesaul1637]

Two months 🎉

[@lisamimi-jd9wn]

why does addiction get separated from alcoholism ? drugs and alcoholic and not ADDICTION?

[@OMNala]

♥️

[@thefamily2707]

Life partner 🤔 I think we can all draw a conclusion

[@ntwadumela1777]

1:44:14 nice

[@brianl3766]

Sobriety is easy, a better quality of life is not. That is why relapsing and addiction is so common. Make suicide attainable.

[@marionbeecham8233]

#missChris hey

[@HomemakerDaze]

Yay for not getting on the psychedelic band wagon. No short cuts needed

[@saturday32]

Chris who?

[@kalval1212]

I MISS CHRIS 😢

[@ajd777]

I have watched since episode 1 on Kauai with Julie and I am disappointed that Rich isn’t talking about what’s happening in the USA 🇺🇸 with a follow of his magnitude.

[@bdunnski]

:)

[@SubtractiveMoves]

Is this another 2 hour video that goes nowhere?

[@Dio-up7yh]

Maybe you’re just ignorant?

[@Ragnar-Viking]

This is deep brother. Rich does a great job pulling out the stories. This Video is absolutely heartfelt

[@Roy-G-Biv]

only for you.

[@Ragnar-Viking]

@@Roy-G-Biv sorry you don't feel stuff. Best wishes Roy

[@Roy-G-Biv]

@@Ragnar-Viking WTH, I was commenting on the OP comment, What are you referring to?

[@jbird643]

So good thanks for having @dopeypodcast on

[@rachellehart6269]

Thank you for being such a huge part of my recovery. 3 ½ years one day at a time.🙏🩷

[@hadgib]

Just a thought, some of us are so overwhelmed with depression and anxiety that we can’t do the work without the help of psychedelics. It needs to be done in a clinical environment and treated like medicine, which it is.