Episode Description:

From prison to personal trainer: Mikey Power’s raw story of addiction, arrests, and turning it all around

On this week’s episode, I’m joined by Mikey Power, who shares the unfiltered truth about his addiction recovery, run-ins with the law, and the breakthrough moment that turned his life around.

From teenage drinking to prison and multiple arrests, Mikey opens up about how grief, anger, and self-destruction nearly consumed him - and how fitness and routine helped him rebuild everything from the ground up.

Now a successful personal trainer and gym owner, Mikey talks about taking full responsibility, rebuilding relationships, and finding a sense of peace and purpose he never thought possible.

Whether you're struggling with alcohol addiction, seeking self improvement, or just in need of a reminder that comebacks are real, this episode is for you.

Topics Covered:

Arrests, grief, and hitting rock bottom

The dark spiral of alcohol and addiction

A near-suicide and the moment that changed everything

Prison life and discovering gym motivation

Building a new life through fitness and discipline

Turning pain into purpose

Living with gratitude and staying sober

This episode is proudly sponsored by LiKE - a beautiful Irish brand born out of love for Limerick and Ireland. All products are handprinted in Ireland using sustainable materials, blending creativity with meaning.

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Timestamps

01:34 – Becoming a father and naming his son Janjo

02:22 – Struggles with school and clashing with authority

06:00 – First drink and early exposure to alcohol culture

11:00 – Death of Joe and the start of serious addiction

16:46 – Suicide attempt and being pulled from the bridge

24:35 – Finding purpose through prison and fitness

33:24 – Rock bottom: choosing drink over love

35:13 – First AA meeting and a vision for change

38:48 – Powerful mindset shift: owning his potential

40:48 – “Hike with Mike” and raising funds through challenge

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