Dave and Chris
Dave & Chris
Dopey 426: Mike Majlak’s SMI, OCD, SEX ADDICTION! OCD, Anxiety, Mental Health, Oxycontin, Cocaine, Logan Paul, Depression, Trauma
Dopey 426: Mike Majlak’s SMI, OCD, SEX ADDICTION! OCD, Anxiety, Mental Health, Oxycontin, Cocaine, Logan Paul, Depression, Trauma
Dopey 426: Mike Majlak’s SMI, OCD, SEX ADDICTION! OCD, Anxiety, Mental Health, Oxycontin, Cocaine, Logan Paul, Depression, Trauma
Saturday 19th August 2023
Join Mike Majlak on Dopey as he discusses addiction, mental health, and the journey to recovery with host Dave.
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149 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Mike Majlak opens up about his struggles with substance abuse, sex addiction, and OCD
- Insights into the toxicity of denying mental health issues and the fear of intimacy
- Discussion on the addictive nature of various behaviours and substances, from drugs and sex to gambling
- Challenges of maintaining sobriety and the importance of consistency
- Finding acceptance and gratitude in the ongoing journey of recovery
I want to be good so bad I want to be so good, so bad, so bad I want to be good so bad Bad desire's all I ever had I hope y'all hear this.
Ever wondered how someone juggles fame, addiction, and mental health struggles all at once? In this episode of Dopey, host Dave sits down with Mike Majlak, the bestselling author and content creator known for his work on 'The Fifth Vital' and 'Impaulsive'. Mike doesn’t hold back as he opens up about his battles with substance abuse, sex addiction, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
He paints a vivid picture of the loneliness that comes from feeling outcasted by mental illness within his social circles. Mike's candid reflections on anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts offer a raw look at the everyday challenges of recovery. The conversation also dives into the harmful effects of denying mental health issues and the fear of intimacy that often accompanies addiction.
Both Dave and Mike share their experiences with various addictive behaviours, from drugs to gambling, emphasizing the importance of consistency in maintaining sobriety. They wrap up by discussing how to find acceptance and gratitude despite ongoing struggles. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the complex journey through addiction and mental health, filled with moments of honesty and hope.