About this episode
Getting Used To Saying NO with Justin Wenzel | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this highly anticipated return to The Hopeaholics Podcast, Justin Wenzel sits down for an incredibly open and transformative conversation about self-worth, personal growth, and the journey he’s been on since his last appearance. Known for his bold transparency and massive impact on social media, Justin dives deep into the emotional work he’s spent the last year doing — from facing codependency and people-pleasing patterns to learning how to show up authentically in relationships, friendships, and business. He reflects on the challenges that shook him, including a frightening medical and legal scare, and shares how these moments pushed him toward a higher level of accountability and emotional maturity. Justin also talks about his ever-growing online platform, where he promotes mental health awareness, fitness, intentional dating, and personal development, along with the brand partnerships and lifestyle content his audience has come to love. His return brings a new level of honesty, growth, and clarity, making this episode an inspiring deep dive into evolving as a man, rebuilding confidence, and choosing a life rooted in honesty and purpose.#thehopeaholics #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #Hope #wedorecover #treatmentcenter #natalieevamarieJoin our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record’, exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICSPODCAST for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:00:01:08 – Justin Returns to the Hopeaholics Podcast00:14:13 – Learning to Approach People from Childhood00:28:34 – Passing Out in Jail and Waking Up in an Ambulance00:32:48 – Obsessive Thoughts and the Beginning of Separation00:56:13 – Justin Reveals He’s Actually Extremely Shy00:57:23 – Raised to Network and Initiate Conversations00:57:55 – Meeting His Girlfriend Through Instagram00:59:12 – Building a Healthy Long-Distance Relationship01:14:43 – “You Never Know Who Will Change Your Life”01:15:57 – The Descendants T-Shirt Story That Led to a Friendship01:27:51 – Venn Diagram of Relationships: “Your Shit, His Shit, Our Shit”01:28:32 – Viral Photoshoot and Going Publ
