What if the fight you're in is with yourself and what if the peace you seek begins when you stop swinging?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast with Luam, Daryl Dittmer shares the powerful story behind his transformation from addiction to inner peace. At 19, after years of turmoil and substance abuse, Daryl faced a moment of deep emotional isolation that led him to choose a different path. He opens up about the struggles of early recovery, the emotional stagnation that came with addiction, and the courage it took to question lifelong beliefs.

Daryl Dittmer is an author, entrepreneur, and host of the When I Stop Fighting podcast. After a turbulent start shaped by addiction and dysfunction, he rebuilt his life through self-reflection, spiritual growth, and mentorship. His books—When I Stop Fighting and the upcoming When YOU Stop Fighting—share honest lessons on healing, emotional sobriety, and intentional living. Today, he lives in the North Georgia mountains with his wife and two labs, committed to helping others find peace, freedom, and joy.

Where to find more of Daryl:

Website: https://www.daryldittmer.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenistopfighting/

Twitter/X: https://x.com/DarylEDittmer

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095169161814

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryl-dittmer-734205294/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhenIStopFighting-ThePod

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(1:32) The night that changed everything

(6:34) Letting go of old friends

(9:33) Deconstructing belief systems

(14:42) Releasing the troublemaker identity

(16:35) Daily rituals that keep him centered

(24:02) Rewiring your inner voice

(29:03) Breaking free from group labels

(31:22) Staying humble and open

(36:48) The role of mentors and community

(37:53) Don’t quit before the miracle

(38:35) Outro