Summary In this episode, Hilary Momberger Powers shares her powerful journey from trauma, addiction, and self-destructive patterns to becoming a sobriety and recovery coach who helps others rebuild their lives from the inside out. She and Anthony dive into the psychology of the mind, the illusion of external validation, and why “rock bottom” can actually be the greatest turning point a person experiences. Hilary breaks down practical steps for interrupting negative thought loops, rewiring self-sabotage, and surrendering control to create lasting transformation. This conversation is a raw, honest exploration of resilience, healing, and what it really means to rebuild yourself after life shatters you.

Special Guest Hilary Momberger Powers is a recovery and life coach dedicated to helping people overcome addiction, trauma, and destructive mental patterns. Drawing from decades of lived experience, she guides clients through deep inner work, helping them quiet the mind, confront limiting beliefs, and step into a life of purpose and stability. Her coaching focuses on practical transformation, emotional resilience, and learning how to live fully in the present moment.

Chapters: 00:00 - Kintsugi, brokenness, and introducing sober coach Hilary 00:48 - Seasons of life: from “more, more, more” to “How can I serve?” 02:38 - Chasing external validation vs. discovering happiness within 04:55 - Hollywood childhood, Charlie Brown, and a narcissistic mother 08:19 - Trauma responses: people-pleasing, isolating, and controlling 11:51 - Mind‑power disease, warped thinking, and early recovery 19:05 - Hitting bottom, grand mal seizure, and learning to surrender 25:33 - Message to struggling women: your bottom as a gift and purpose 30:37 - Rewiring the brain: inventory, stories, and character defects 35:16 - Getting into action despite feelings: prayer and next steps 42:07 - Hillary’s coaching, dumpster diving, and podcast wrap‑up

HILARY’S INFO: Website: https://hilarymombergerpowers.com Coaching: https://meetwithhilary.coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilary-momberger-powers-078a604/

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Your Rock Bottom Is the Foundation You Build On | Hilary Momberger Powers

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