83. Broken, Bleeding & Beyond Saving: Dennis Espiritu's Fight From Rock Bottom to Clawing His Way Back | Part 1

Some stories don't start with hope—they start in the darkness, where survival is the only goal and tomorrow feels like a luxury you can't afford. Dennis Espiritu's journey is one of those stories. A life swallowed whole by addiction and violence, where every day was a war against himself, against the world, against the demons that wouldn't let go.This isn't a polished redemption tale. It's raw. It's brutal. It's real. Dennis doesn't sugarcoat the hell he lived through—the pain, the chaos, the moments when giving up felt easier than fighting. But somewhere in that abyss, something shifted. A flicker of light. A choice. A decision that he was worth more than the destruction consuming him.In this unfiltered conversation, Dennis opens up about the darkest chapters of his life and the turning point that changed everything. Through Run That Rehab, he's transformed his trauma into a lifeline for others, proving that vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the foundation of real strength. He talks about the power of community, the brutal honesty recovery demands, and why connection and accountability can literally save lives.Dennis's story is a reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, no matter how broken you feel, change is possible. Redemption isn't reserved for the lucky few—it's available to anyone willing to fight for it. This is about second chances, hard truths, and the courage to lead your own way out of the darkness.If you've ever felt lost, shattered, or like you're too far gone to come back—this episode is for you.Connect with DennisIG: https://www.instagram.com/runthatrehabTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@runthatrehab?_t=ZS-90tGmrsVXJi&_r=1Takeaways- Dennis's journey from addiction to advocacy is inspiring.- Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.- Community connection plays a vital role in recovery.- Rehab taught Dennis about trauma and its effects.- Self-reflection is crucial for personal growth.- Dennis emphasises the importance of accountability.- Childhood experiences shape adult behaviour.- Transformation is possible for everyone.- Dennis's content resonates with many due to authenticity.- The journey of recovery is ongoing and requires support.Chapters🔴 (00:00) Welcome to Dennis🔴 (04:37) Turning Pain into Purpose🔴 (07:13) The Power of Social Media in Recovery🔴 (10:27) Insights from Rehab Experiences🔴 (13:35) Understanding Trauma and Vulnerability🔴 (16:20) The Journey to Change🔴 (19:26) Life After Rehab and Building Run That Rehab🔴 (22:20) Daily Routines and Mindset for Success🔴 (38:42) The Importance of Connection🔴 (40:10) The Four C's of Well-being🔴 (41:06) Exercise as a Foundation for Recovery🔴 (44:19) Childhood Influences and Early Life🔴 (51:54) The Impact of Punishment on Development🔴 (53:00) Final Thoughts: The Power of ChangeEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownwayListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6 📺 🎧 Apple: https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs 🎧 Amazon Music: https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC 📺 YouTube: https://www.bit.ly/4a0aQ1F 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C #LeadingOurOwnWay #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #RunThatRehab #DennisEspiritu #Redemption #Vulnerability #TraumaRecovery #Sobriety #Transformation #MensMentalHealth #BreakingTheCycle #SecondChances #RealTalk #Resilience #OvercomingAddiction #HopeAfterDarkness #RecoveryJourney #MentalFitness #RockBottom