Addiction isn’t just about willpower—it’s about what’s happening in your body, your nervous system, and the cycle that keeps you trapped. Former Delta Forces Operator Tyler Grey has been there—full-blown self-destruction, Robert Downey Jr.-level chaos. And he will tell you firsthand, most rehab programs and therapy approaches don’t work because they don’t address the real issue.
In this episode, we break down what addiction actually is, why traditional treatment methods fail, and what finally made the difference. If you’ve been told you’re “an addict for life,” Grey is calling BS. The real problem isn’t alcohol, drugs, or any other vice—it’s the reason you reach for them in the first place.
Got thoughts? Drop them in the comments. If you or someone you know is struggling, share this—this conversation could change everything.
Mike Ritland | Mike Drop Episode 229
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
04:40 - Fortune & Chaos - Writing The New Book
26:56 - Gambling With Your Life - Chaos Addiction In The Military
45:02 - Defining A Warrior - Battling My Demons Within
55:13 - Finding Treatment - Addressing My Chaos Addiction
01:09:48 - Understanding the Cycle - Working on the Nervous System
01:21:41 - Reinforcing Self-Destruction - How The System Enables Us
01:28:36 - A History of Violence - Decompression From Ancient Days to WWII
01:37:39 - Summing Up Tragedy - Defining Fortune & Chaos
02:05:58 - Treating Trauma - Addressing PTSD/LTSD
02:05:58 - Get Your Copy Today - How to Find The New Book Fortune & Chaos
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