Addict To Advocate! Mike Gliem Reveals HIS Path to Purpose

In this revealing and inspiring  @KnockinDoorzDown  podcast episode, I'm joined by Mike Gliem. Mike is an accomplished, sought-after published author, poet, motivational/inspirational speaker, 501(c)3 nonprofit founder, and CEO of Next Level Movement LLC. Mike's near-death experience after suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2014 led him to find his purpose. Mike has just released his latest book The Long Road Home "A Journey Out Of The Darkness". Please hit that subscribe button, like the video, leave a comment, and share with someone you know who will get value out of the podcast. Please subscribe and share and to get the YouTube visit https://www.KDDPodcast.com for more Celebrities, Influencers, and expert conversations on turning your greatest adversities into your most significant advantages. Get your copy of Carlos Vieira's Autobiography Knockin' Doorz Down. Hardcover, Paperback & Audio Book https://linktr.ee/kddbook For more information on the We're Out Of Time podcast with Richard Taite https://wereoutoftime.com/ For more information on Mike Gliem and his book: https://linktr.ee/mikegliem Mike and I discuss the following and more. Intro 00:00 What are 3 things that Mike is grateful for? 02:18 Can we find purpose without knowing what our values are? 05:43 At what age did Mike start to notice his mental health challenges and substance use? 13:04 How did Mark's childhood, his mother's struggles with substance abuse, and losing his brother to addiction lead him to his path of growth? 11:20 How did Mike rebuild his life after an attack that left him unable to speak, walk, talk and even know who he was? 21:17 How has writing, journaling, and public speaking helped Mike's healing journey? 39:57 Mike answers random questions and leaves us with inspiring final thoughts. 53:42 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices