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Words That Change Lives: Robert ‘Rocky’ Detwiler on Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Power After Loss

Words That Change Lives: Robert ‘Rocky’ Detwiler on Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Power After Loss

Update: 2025-10-24
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This episode of the Dr. K Show with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt has includes Robert “Rocky” Detwiler. Rocky offers an inspiring account of personal transformation and the power of resilience in the face of extraordinary adversity. Introduced as the author of “The Samsung Effect” and a respected corporate trainer, Rocky’s journey is rooted in a dramatic turning point: early retirement wiped out by falling victim to a Ponzi scheme executed by close friends, which forced him into near-destitution. 

This sudden financial and emotional upheaval marked the beginning of a dark period, as Rocky lived in a foreclosed home and later in a tree house, wrestling with depression and the desire to rebuild his life. At his lowest point, Rocky experienced a defining moment of self-confrontation, realizing the urgent need for change. He began with his health and fitness, making conscious choices to replace unhealthy habits, and soon noticed a correlation between positive behaviors and improvements in his outlook. Rocky recounts moving to Idaho, where living in humble circumstances triggered a curiosity about the power of words and the seed of gratitude began to take root, gradually shifting his mindset from despair to hope. 

This curiosity blossomed into a personal and professional mission as Rocky explored the impact of words and affirmations on health and well-being. Drawing from scientific studies—including Dr. Emoto’s research on water and his own experiments with rice—he became convinced that words shape reality at the molecular level. These insights led Rocky to launch an inspirational apparel company and to teach the transformative impact of positive self-talk, both in his own life and to clients around the world. He credits positive affirmations for profound shifts, even meeting his future wife through the process of vocalizing his hopes and intentions. Rocky extends these lessons beyond himself by working with youth and communities, leading exercises in gratitude, quiet reflection, and kindness. His outreach with teenagers demonstrates the transformative ripple of positive language and sincere gratitude; for many, these practices have yielded measurable improvements in attitude, relationships, and resilience. Through powerful stories, he illustrates the process of letting go of unforgiveness and embracing gratitude as foundational practices for emotional healing and healthy interpersonal connections. 

The conversation closes with actionable recommendations: Rocky urges listeners to adopt forgiveness and gratitude not only as occasional acts, but as daily habits capable of improving both mental and physical health. He shares evidence from his life and research that these positive practices foster opportunity, deeper relationships, and healing, even after profound loss or betrayal. Rocky’s story stands as both caution and encouragement—reminding us that adversity can be a catalyst for transformation if we choose to speak, act, and live with intentional positivity.

  • Robert “Rocky” Detwiler shares his journey from losing everything in a Ponzi scheme to rebuilding his life through resilience, gratitude, and positive thinking.
  • Rocky emphasizes the transformative power of words, citing both scientific studies and personal experience to show how positive affirmations can change one’s health and circumstances.
  • He advocates practicing gratitude and forgiveness, describing how these habits helped him overcome depression and restore broken relationships.
  • Rocky’s outreach work with teenagers demonstrates how small acts of kindness and daily gratitude can significantly improve mental outlook and self-worth.
  • The episode concludes with Rocky encouraging listeners to use positive words and affirmations as tools for healing, personal growth, and stronger community connections.

About:

Robert “Rocky” Detwiler – Global Sales Leader, High-Performance Strategist & Expert in the Power of Words

With over 40 years of sales experience—from selling single-digit ticket items to leading multi-million-dollar investment projects—Rocky Detwiler has built a reputation as a powerhouse in the sales world. He has helped launch and scale both nimble, high-performing sales teams and large international sales organizations, generating hundreds of millions in revenue across global markets.

Rocky partners exclusively with companies whose products or services he believes in—those that create real impact and make a difference in the world. His deep commitment to purpose-driven sales fuels his unmatched ability to motivate teams, close complex deals, and drive sustainable growth.

As seen on A&E, ESPN, NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, and heard on radio and podcasts around the world, Rocky is also a best-selling author, international speaker, and accountability results coach. With 35 years of experience in transformational living, he teaches organizations how to leverage the power of words to elevate performance, shift mindset, and radically increase sales.
From adversity to triumph, Rocky’s journey has inspired millions—and now, he empowers sales professionals and companies to achieve extraordinary results by mastering the language of influence and aligning passion with performance.


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Words That Change Lives: Robert ‘Rocky’ Detwiler on Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Power After Loss

Words That Change Lives: Robert ‘Rocky’ Detwiler on Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Power After Loss

Dr. Michael Karlfeldt