M2 2019 ARCHIVES - Understanding PTSD with Ashley Berges and Michael Molthan
M2 2019 ARCHIVES - Understanding PTSD with Ashley Berges and Michael Molthan

M2 THE ROCK - Michael Molthan

What sets Michael Molthan - M2 The Rock's story apart is the realization that there wasn't just one rock bottom; there were many. And from those challenging moments, he emerged stronger and more determined than ever. Today, he leverages his personal...

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M2 THE ROCK - Michael Molthan

M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan

MICHAEL MOLTHAN - M2 THE ROCK | CHARISMATIC SPEAKER | WE ARE ALL ADDICTS DALLAS, TX – Michael Molthan doesn't shy away from talking about his painful past of drug and alcohol addiction. On his talk show called, M2-The Rock, he shares how he went from building homes to being homeless. "When I had the homebuilding company my behaviors were getting worse and worse," Molthan told CBN News. "My consequences were getting worse and worse." Molthan was arrested on a drug charge in 2009. "I had a large amount of cocaine in my truck," he explained. "I was intoxicated, and I was arrested. And I'll never forget that when they took me down to the jail, I had my very first mug shot." Hitting Rock Bottom 26 mug shots later, Molthan hit rock bottom. "When I look back, that's how the word powerless – I'm powerless over this deadly disease," he said. Feeling agitated, anxious, and facing three years behind bars, Molthan underwent a spiritual encounter after an inmate asked him to read to him. "I grab this book from a gang-banger, a black panther, and he used it as a pillow," he explained. "Brand new book and it was the Living Recovery Bible, New Living Translation. Now, these are black words on white paper at the time. They're not meaning anything to me. Next thing I know, four days have passed by and I started thinking about this and I go, four days just went by and I wasn't anxious. I wasn't in fear. I was calm, and I was at peace." Life-Changing Moment Later that night, he experienced another life-changing moment. "I couldn't breathe," he recounted. "All of a sudden I felt all this trash and hatred and anger and resentment and everything just coming out of my body like flies. All this stuff was just coming out. And I just took this breath and I just go something magical happened and I was full of love, and looking around I loved everybody." "I started preaching and I didn't realize what I was doing," he said. "And I did it at the end of every dinner." Paperwork Error Leads to Early Release In 2017, a paperwork error led to Molthan's accidental release. So, with no money or food, he walked 300 miles to ask judge Jennifer Bennett to send him back to jail. "I walk in there to turn myself in and I'm excited," says Molthan. "I'm like, 'I'm going to go back to prison. I'm going to do my time, get this over with and get this behind me.' I mean, complete acceptance. God is running the show, right?" He continued, "I walk in there and Judge Bennett says, 'Mr. Molthan there's obviously someone a lot bigger working in your life than me and I'm not going to get in the way.' And she set me free. And she said, 'I want you to come back tomorrow with the self-correct program. I want you to go pay it forward."' And Molthan is doing just that by sharing his story of freedom and sobriety with those seeking help for addiction. Helping Others Trapped by Addiction Michael Molthan’s passion is to help people by “raising the bottom” so that no one has to experience the pain that he endured. Molthan's speaking style is so relatable and he loves sharing his love for God and Jesus Christ. M2 is quoted by saying: “When It Comes To Religion I Am An Atheist BUT When It Comes To The Gospel, The Truth, and The Word of God I Am All In”! To inquire about Michael Molthan's rates and availability, email M2@M2THEROCK.COM www.M2THEROCK.COM WATCH ⭐️ LISTEN ⭐️FOLLOW ⭐️SUBSCRIBE⭐️DOWNLOAD⭐️ www.M2THEROCK.com

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Overcoming PTSD and Addiction with Michael Molthan and Ashley Berges

Episode Overview

PTSD can worsen addiction issues.
Therapy provides a neutral, supportive space for healing.
Fear and anxiety often lead to substance abuse.
Spiritual connections are crucial in recovery.
Community support plays a vital role in overcoming addiction.

“True acceptance has no resentments.”

Michael Molthan is back with another gripping episode of M2 THE ROCK, this time joined by licensed therapist Ashley Berges. Together, they tackle the often misunderstood topic of PTSD and its connection to addiction and recovery. Molthan, who has a candid approach to discussing his own struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, dives deep into how PTSD can exacerbate these issues and what can be done to manage it effectively.

Ashley Berges brings her expertise to the table, sharing insights on how therapy can help individuals process trauma and make healthier decisions. She emphasises the importance of having a neutral, supportive person to talk to—someone who isn't emotionally entangled in your life decisions. The episode also touches on the common fears and anxieties that people in recovery face, and how these emotions often lead to substance abuse as a coping mechanism.

Molthan and Berges discuss practical solutions, including the significance of spiritual connections and community support in overcoming addiction and PTSD. They stress that recovery is a journey that requires both internal and external resources, from personal acceptance to professional help. This episode is not just for those struggling with addiction but also for anyone dealing with PTSD or supporting someone who is. It's a heartfelt conversation filled with wisdom, compassion, and actionable advice.

If you're looking for real talk about real issues, this episode is a must-listen.

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