Listen "49. Growing Bridges Part 2 w/ Michael Miller"
Episode Synopsis
In this conversation, Michael Miller shares his journey of
overcoming adversity and building the nonprofit Growing Bridges. He discusses the challenges he faced in his personal and professional life, including a significant back injury and the importance of community support. Michael emphasizes the need for resilience, mental health awareness, and the power of a shared vision in achieving goals. He also reflects on the lessons learned and offers advice to his younger self, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and understanding one's identity amidst struggles. Come join the conversation, and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
* Michael's journey is a testament to resilience and overcoming adversity.
* Community support played a crucial role in Michael's recovery and growth.
* Having a shared vision can unite a team and drive success.
* Mental health challenges are often intertwined with physical injuries.
* Self-compassion is essential during tough times.
* It's important to reflect on one's intentions and actions.
* Breaking cycles of addiction and mental health issues is a key focus for
Michael.
* Journaling can help in processing thoughts and emotions.
* Being present for family is a priority.
* Advice to the younger self includes embracing vulnerability and understanding
identity.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Challenges in Growing Bridges
05:31 Building a Community and Shared Vision
09:20 Mental Health and Resilience
17:42 Current Status and Future Aspirations
23:55 Advice to the Younger Self
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://growingbridges.org/
overcoming adversity and building the nonprofit Growing Bridges. He discusses the challenges he faced in his personal and professional life, including a significant back injury and the importance of community support. Michael emphasizes the need for resilience, mental health awareness, and the power of a shared vision in achieving goals. He also reflects on the lessons learned and offers advice to his younger self, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and understanding one's identity amidst struggles. Come join the conversation, and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
* Michael's journey is a testament to resilience and overcoming adversity.
* Community support played a crucial role in Michael's recovery and growth.
* Having a shared vision can unite a team and drive success.
* Mental health challenges are often intertwined with physical injuries.
* Self-compassion is essential during tough times.
* It's important to reflect on one's intentions and actions.
* Breaking cycles of addiction and mental health issues is a key focus for
Michael.
* Journaling can help in processing thoughts and emotions.
* Being present for family is a priority.
* Advice to the younger self includes embracing vulnerability and understanding
identity.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Challenges in Growing Bridges
05:31 Building a Community and Shared Vision
09:20 Mental Health and Resilience
17:42 Current Status and Future Aspirations
23:55 Advice to the Younger Self
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://growingbridges.org/
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