“The High Was Never The Point” 🎙️

I didn’t start using because life was good. I picked up because something inside me hurt too damn much to face. Substances weren’t a party—they were painkillers.

Sobriety doesn’t erase those wounds… it turns the lights on. And when that happens, it feels raw, ugly, and overwhelming. But it’s not failure—it’s healing.

This week on Real Talk Revival, I get brutally honest about: ⚡ The hidden trauma beneath addiction (the lowercase “t” wounds we ignore) ⚡ Why early sobriety feels harder before it gets better ⚡ The shame cycle—and how to break it ⚡ Six real tools to rebuild your life without numbing out

This one is for anyone who’s ever wondered: “Why do I keep falling into the same patterns? Why can’t I just be okay?”

You’re not broken. You’re not failing. You’re healing.

👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, Podbean & Amazon Music. 🔗 Links in bio / realtalkrevival.studio

Do me a favor—share this with someone who’s struggling this week. One “thinking of you” could be the thing that keeps them going.

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Life isn’t waiting for you to finish scrolling. It’s not slowing down until you’re “ready.” It’s happening right now — and you’re either living it… or letting it slip away.

Today’s episode of Real Talk Revival is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed: “Being Present Isn’t Procrastinating.”

We’re tearing apart the lie that stillness is laziness. We’re talking about tech, hustle culture, ADHD, and the moments you don’t get back. And yeah… it’s going to hit deep.

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Real Talk Revival, I (Rob.D) open up about the war in my head — the overthinking, the lies my own voice tells me, the fear of failing, and the pressure to keep going when I’m running on empty. From ugly cries in the garage to lessons learned in therapy, I talk about what it takes to break the cycle, let go of guilt, and carry the growth that comes from pain. If you’ve been stuck in your head, feeling like an imposter, or just barely holding it together, this one’s for you. You’re not alone. You’re not broken. You’re evolving.

What if you knew your time was running out? What would change?

In this raw, powerful, and soul-shaking episode of Real Talk Revival, Rob D. delivers a wake-up call we all need but are too afraid to face. With brutal honesty, personal stories, and hard-earned wisdom, Rob explores the uncomfortable truth that we’re all living on borrowed time—and that's exactly what makes life beautiful.

This isn't an episode about death; it's an invitation to truly live.

From surviving a near-fatal car crash to finding purpose in recovery, Rob opens up about the moment everything changed—and how facing death head-on revealed the gift of presence, love, and living without regret.

Rob.D unpacks:

• Why time isn’t your enemy—distraction is

• The haunting silence and sacred clarity found in a funeral

• The importance of cutting dead weight, setting boundaries, and honoring your truth

• How to stop sleepwalking through life and finally wake up to your power

• What it really means to “live like it matters”

If you've ever felt stuck, numb, or like you're waiting for the right moment to change, this episode is for you. It’s not comfortable—but it’s transformative. Because you still have time. And you don’t need a near-death experience to start living with purpose.

This is your reminder: Death will come. Time will pass. But what you do right now—that’s what defines you.

-Rob.D

🎙️ Episode 2: "Shedding Skins: The Sacred Ache of Becoming" with Rob D. | Real Talk Revival

Change—it's not just a decision, it's a transformation. It’s uncomfortable, unfamiliar, and often forged in fire. In this episode, Rob D. opens up about what it really means to change—whether you’re breaking old habits, healing from heartbreak, facing a new identity, or simply trying to survive the storm you’re in.

This is a soul-to-soul talk for the ones who are trying to grow when it hurts, who are stepping into the unknown even when it shakes them, and who are brave enough to leave behind what no longer fits.

💥 Rob shares:

• His personal journey with sobriety and identity

• Why we resist change and how to face it anyway

• The grief of letting go of who we used to be

• How breakups, job shifts, and breakdowns can spark new beginnings

• Real talk on self-reflection, journaling, and redefining success

• And metaphors that will hit you right in the gut (snake skin, sneakers, and cocoons)

In this deeply personal and inspiring debut episode of Real Talk Revival, Rob D opens up about his journey through fear, self-doubt, and recovery — and how those struggles led him to create this podcast. From childhood memories to overcoming addiction, Rob shares what it means to climb life’s mountains, even when the path is uncertain. If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid to start something new, or unsure of your worth, this episode is for you. Real, raw, and full of heart — it’s a reminder that growth begins the moment we decide to try.