Breaking Cycles, Building Futures: Eric Lang on Addiction, Trauma, and Healing

Episode one of our new series inside the Love in Sync Podcast has officially dropped — and it's one for the soul.

In this powerful kickoff conversation, I sit down with Eric Lang, a deeply self-aware man from Alabama who has walked through addiction, trauma, military service, and generational cycles... and lived to transform through it all. What started as a connection through TikTok turned into a divine meeting of hearts and healing. Now, we’re launching an ongoing series together inside the MTRNL.com universe to explore trauma, rebirth, emotional resilience, and real stories of inner work.

Eric shares what it was like to grow up with addiction and instability all around him, to fall into the same patterns himself, and what finally woke him up: a moment with his daughter that mirrored his own childhood. We talk about:

• What early childhood bonding (or the lack thereof) has to do with addiction patterns

• How Human Design and Astrology revealed key trauma and healing codes in Eric's story

• The real root of addiction (hint: it’s deeper than drugs or alcohol)

• Parenting while healing

• And how Eric is using his voice and his story to serve others

This is not just an episode. It’s the beginning of a series within a series.

Eric and I will be exploring trauma, emotional patterns, co-regulation, parenting while healing, boundaries, spirituality, and yes — everything from mom wounds to the real-life grit of recovery. Together, we’re holding space for healing, clarity, and deep emotional breakthroughs.

If you or someone you know is walking through trauma, addiction, or emotional pain—please know: you are not alone.

You deserve healing. You deserve to be heard. You deserve to live in sync.

Want to be a guest? We're opening space on the MTRNL blog + podcast to share more stories like this. If you have a lived story of trauma and transformation and want to be a guest, email [email protected] with "PODCAST GUEST" in the subject line, or DM me @queenbeekendall.

Need support? If you're ready to break your own cycles and rewrite your story, I invite you to book a free 22-minute Soul Strategy Call at mtrnl.com. Let's see how we can work together through trauma-informed coaching, Human Design, and self-full living.

Let’s grow this message together. If Eric's story touched you, please share this episode with someone who might need it. Send it to a friend, drop the link in a support group, or tag us on socials with your favorite moment. You never know who it might help heal.

Takeaways

Eric has been clean for almost four years, a significant achievement in overcoming opiate addiction.
He emphasizes that addiction is often rooted in deeper issues related to mental and emotional health.
Eric's early life was marked by trauma, which he believes contributed to his struggles with addiction.
He highlights the importance of nurturing and emotional support in childhood development.
Eric's journey includes a realization that he needed to break the cycle of trauma in his family.
Astrology is discussed as a tool for understanding personal challenges and growth.
He shares how his upbringing influenced his relationships and self-worth.
Eric's decision-making process has evolved to focus on small, achievable goals.
He acknowledges the role of surrendering control in his recovery journey.
The conversation emphasizes the universal nature of trauma and addiction, resonating with many listeners. Understanding your authority is crucial for decision-making.
Gut instincts often guide us towards what we truly want.
Regret often stems from decisions made without true desire.
Relationships can distract us from our true selves.
The mother-child bond is unique and significant.
Rock bottom varies for everyone and isn't always visible.
Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships.
Addiction can manifest in various forms beyond substances.
Personal growth requires fighting against learned behaviors.
Finding unconditional love is a lifelong journey.

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