Kritikal’s story is proof that you can fall seven times and still rise stronger on the eighth.
From alcohol addiction and near-death wake-up calls to rebuilding his life through discipline, self-respect, and environment, this conversation unpacks the turning points that reshaped his entire future.
Jake and Kritikal break down:
If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or ready for a personal reset, this episode will give you perspective, clarity, and a path forward.
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 | Welcome and Kritikal’s rock bottom moment
01:24 | If your life had a movie trailer
02:46 | Chasing money vs chasing women
05:04 | Men, loneliness, and being comfortable alone
06:35 | Leaving New York and starting over
09:26 | Two DUIs and the wake up call
12:18 | Addiction, overdoses, and honest reflection
18:01 | Florida, fresh starts, and cutting toxic cycles
29:47 | Law of attraction and the “coincidence” story
37:01 | Habits, discipline, and what excellence looks like
49:50 | Mistakes, second chances, and protecting your future
58:37 | Existing vs living
1:15:06 | Purpose, helping people, and redefining success
1:23:32 | The decision that changed everything
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