In this enlightening episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Matt von Boecklin, a chemical engineer, researcher, and founder of QuitKit—a natural, supplement-based solution designed to help people recover from Kratom and opioid addiction without relying on traditional medication-based detox protocols.

Matt shares his personal story of addiction, from a motorcycle crash in West Africa that introduced him to Tramadol, to the deep grip Kratom eventually took on his life. His analytical background led him to dive into the science of withdrawal and brain chemistry, resulting in the creation of QuitKit—an accessible, affordable supplement regimen targeting the physical and neurological symptoms of withdrawal.

They dive deep into:

• How alcohol and Kratom hijack the brain’s reward system
• The overlooked dangers of Kratom—aka “gas station heroin”
• Why many recovery programs keep people stuck on substitute medications
• The science behind natural neurotransmitter support during detox
• How smell, memory, and subconscious triggers influence relapse
• The role of gratitude, community, and mindset in long-term healing

Angie and Matt also talk about Elevate’s alternative approach to treatment, why AA isn’t the only way, and the importance of individualized recovery paths in a system often designed to keep people sick.

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone, or simply curious about better ways to heal, this episode will open your eyes to what's possible when science and self-empowerment meet.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Kratom’s Hidden Danger: It’s legal in most states and often marketed as a wellness product—but its active compounds can be more potent than morphine.
• The QuitKit Difference: A 3-week natural detox system that targets morning, afternoon, and nighttime withdrawal symptoms with high-quality, third-party-tested supplements.
• Dopamine and Neurochemistry: Why your brain feels broken in early recovery—and how to start healing it.
• You’re Not Broken: Addiction creates patterns in your brain, but you can build new highways.
• Smell + Memory: How even hand sanitizer can act as a trigger—and why awareness matters.
• It’s Not One-Size-Fits-All: Alternative options like QuitKit and Elevate’s holistic program offer life-saving alternatives to traditional 12-step and medication-based recovery.

If you or someone you love is struggling with Kratom, opioids, or addiction of any kind, check out www.tryquitkit.com and reach out to Matt directly at matt@tryquitkit.com.

You’re not alone—and there is another way.

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And don’t forget to follow @AngieGoingRogue and visit www.elevaterehab.org for more about our programs, podcast, and resources.

In this transformative episode of Going Rogue, host Angie Manson sits down with George Haymaker III, a Certified Transformational Neuroconstructionist Coach, NeuroEducator, and recovery advocate, to explore the groundbreaking intersection of neuroscience and addiction recovery.

With over three decades of business leadership experience and a personal journey through addiction to pain pills and alcohol, George offers more than just theory—he lives what he teaches. Drawing from his certification in Transformational Neuroscience and lived experience, George helps others rewire their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors through a constructionist approach to mental well-being.

Angie and George explore how addiction hijacks the brain’s reward system, what it takes to heal and reprogram the mind, and why true recovery means building a meaningful, rewarding life. They dig into the science of neuroplasticity, the role of breathwork, exercise, and mindfulness, and how helping others creates lasting serotonin-fueled fulfillment—not just fleeting dopamine spikes.

Whether you're navigating your own recovery, supporting someone on the journey, or seeking to understand the brain’s potential for change, this episode is packed with insight, science, and soul.

Key Topics Covered:

• George’s personal journey from entrepreneur to recovery and neuroscience coach
• What it means to be a Transformational Neuroconstructionist Coach
• How neuroplasticity enables true healing and sustainable change
• The brain’s reward system and how addiction rewires it
• Differentiating between dopamine-driven behavior and long-term fulfillment
• The role of mindfulness, breathwork, movement, and visualization in healing
• Why relapse doesn’t erase progress—and how to re-engage after setbacks
• How gratitude, service, and self-awareness accelerate transformation
• Creating new neural pathways through repetition and meaningful practice
• How George works with individuals and organizations to support well-being and performance

🔑 Takeaways:

• The brain can and does change—when we understand how to work with it.
• Lasting recovery means more than abstinence; it requires rebuilding our identity, habits, and emotional wiring.
• Helping others activates deeper, more sustaining feel-good chemistry than any addictive behavior.
• Mindfulness, exercise, and breathwork are powerful tools for self-regulation and neuro rewiring.
• Visualization and gratitude aren't just feel-good practices—they literally rewire the brain toward well-being.
• Change is possible for everyone with motivation, commitment, and the right tools.

Feeling inspired? Share this episode with someone ready to rewrite their story. Be sure to subscribe to Going Rogue for more unfiltered, uplifting conversations on healing, self-mastery, and going against the grain.

To learn more about George Haymaker and his transformative work, visit www.georgehaymaker.com or connect with him on LinkedIn.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Michael Conklin—a recovery advocate, coach, and speaker who shares his raw and unfiltered story of addiction, trauma, surrender, and transformation.

Michael opens up about the trauma that shaped his early years, the decades of hiding behind alcohol and drugs, and the moment he hit a spiritual and emotional breaking point. From his first AA meeting (that he only attended to prove someone wrong) to a divine intervention on the floor of a rehab center, Michael recounts the pivotal moments that led to his lasting recovery.

Together, Angie and Michael explore the deep roots of addiction, the shame that fuels it, the power of vulnerability, and why connection is the antidote to suffering. Michael also shares how fitness, consistency, and committing to personal growth have become cornerstones of his happiness and healing.

Whether you're in recovery, love someone who is, or simply seek inspiration to change your life, this episode is filled with heart, humor, truth bombs, and hope.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Trauma, not substances, is often the true gateway to addiction.
• The stories we tell ourselves can keep us sick longer than the substances ever did.
• Surrender isn’t weakness—it's the start of strength.
• Personal growth is a lifelong journey that demands honesty, action, and connection.
• Recovery doesn’t stop at sobriety—it extends into relationships, self-worth, health, and purpose.
• Little wins matter—celebrating small progress is how momentum is built.
• Vulnerability and deep human connection are vital to healing.
• The right support system won’t co-sign your BS—they’ll lovingly call it out.

If Michael’s story moved you, inspired you, or made you feel seen—please leave a five-star review, share the episode with a friend, and subscribe to Going Rogue. You never know who might need to hear this today.

Follow Michael on Instagram at @betterbeginningnow and join his Facebook community to connect with others on the path to healing.