Redefining Addiction: From Brain Disease to Spiritual Awakening

What does it take to completely rewrite your story?

In this powerful episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Doug Bopst—a man who’s walked through the darkest valleys of addiction and incarceration and emerged with a mission to help others reclaim their lives.

Doug opens up about the raw, real journey of breaking free from the chains of limiting beliefs and how fitness, purpose, and a strong community became the cornerstones of his recovery. He shares why addiction isn’t just a physical struggle—it’s a spiritual one—and how choosing personal responsibility and chasing small, consistent wins helped him rebuild confidence from the ground up.

You’ll also hear Doug’s take on practical fitness for real-life change, why gratitude is a game-changer, and how mindset can make or break your transformation.

Whether you're battling your own inner demons or simply craving a deeper sense of purpose, Doug’s story is a reminder that no matter how far off track you feel—you’re never too far gone to make a comeback.

🔥 Key Topics Discussed:

• Personal journey of overcoming addiction and incarceration.
• Addiction viewed as a spiritual crisis rather than solely a brain disease.
• Importance of personal responsibility in recovery.
• Role of fitness and mindset in transformation.
• Influence of supportive relationships during recovery.
• The significance of finding purpose in life post-addiction.
• Strategies for maintaining recovery, including staying busy and structured.
• The impact of self-awareness and understanding triggers in overcoming addiction.
• Celebrating small wins as a method to build confidence and momentum.
• The balance between fitness as a therapeutic tool and avoiding new forms of addiction.

🔗 Links and Resources:

Doug's Website: https://dougbopst.com/

Instagram: instagram.com/dougbopst 

Facebook: facebook.com/dougbopst