Breaking Free from Addiction: Jon Moxley's Story

Breaking Free from Addiction—The Obsession

Breaking free from addiction isn’t just about alcohol, drugs, or destructive habits. Sometimes, addiction comes in the form of an obsession—an all-consuming drive that takes over your life. For me, that addiction was my relentless pursuit of becoming an entrepreneur.

I know what it’s like to lose friends along the way. I know what it’s like to doubt myself, to question if I’m making the right choices, and to wonder if the sacrifices are worth it. But here’s the truth: going through the hard times, experiencing failures, and feeling that isolation has only made me stronger. And in a way, that’s exactly what Jon Moxley’s story in his book, Mox, is all about.

The Purpose Behind the Struggle

Moxley’s quote, “I’ve been a rebel my whole life but not without purpose,” is a reflection of my own journey. He fought against the current, against expectations, and against his own demons—just like I have. His battle with addiction forced him to confront himself, to break free, and to take control of his life. That’s the same fight I’ve had with my entrepreneurial addiction.

I’ve sacrificed time with friends and family. I’ve put everything I had into building something of my own, even when the odds were stacked against me. And yeah, there were moments when I wondered if I was making the right choice. But every failure, every setback, and every doubt only fueled me to push harder.

Taking Control When It Feels Impossible

Moxley’s journey through alcoholism and his decision to step into rehab was his moment of taking control. That’s what Breaking Free from Addiction is all about—recognizing when something has power over you and refusing to let it define you. When I failed in my first business, I could’ve let it break me. Instead, I used that failure as fuel.

The truth is, breaking free from addiction—whether it’s to a substance, a mindset, or a destructive habit—isn’t easy. It takes acknowledging the problem, accepting the struggle, and making the choice to fight through it.

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Check out this video of Jon Moxley opening up about the events that led him to enter a rehabilitation program. [ Watch Here ]

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The Rebellious Spirit of Ownership

Moxley didn’t let addiction win. He chose to own his battle. And that’s what I’ve had to do, too. When the failures stacked up, when the doubts crept in, when people started distancing themselves because they didn’t understand my drive—I had to make a choice. Either let it break me or take control.

And I chose control.

Because that’s what true rebellion is about. It’s not just about going against the norm—it’s about fighting for what truly matters. It’s about knowing who you are, what you stand for, and refusing to back down even when the world tells you to quit.

The Power of Breaking Free

I’ve been addicted to success, to proving myself, to chasing something bigger. And it’s cost me. But would I go back and change anything? Hell no. Because every failure, every sleepless night, and every loss made me stronger. Just like Moxley’s battle with addiction, my struggle with entrepreneurship has forced me to evolve.

The moment you decide to break free from addiction—whatever that addiction may be—is the moment you take your life back. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that real power comes from taking control when it feels like everything is slipping away.

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Jon Moxley of AEW is cut from a different cloth—he’s not for everyone, but I remain a fan. The same goes for Swerve Strickland, another wrestler who’s forging his own path, holding himself accountable, and making his mark in the world of pro wrestling. Check out this blog on Swerve Strickland’s Mindset.

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