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I Used To Be...A Pro Athlete

I Used To Be...A Pro Athlete

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 U2BDC: Used To Be's Do Count | Season 2, Episode 10Michael Bugary | I Used To Be...A Pro AthleteMichael Bugary rose from a promising young athlete to the Major Leagues, playing baseball for the Boston Red Sox. But a brutal arm injury shattered his career - and his identity. In this raw and honest episode he speaks to Dean James about spiralling into addiction and depression, and later facing a brain tumour the size of a lacrosse ball. After surviving multiple surgeries and cancer treatments, his battle with mental health and addiction continued...until he met Lingo. His therapy dog gave him new purpose and hope. Lingo helped Michael focus on his recovery and live in the moment, accepting what he can't change, but working hard to change what he could no longer accept.Now sober and thriving, Michael channels his journey into public speaking, inspiring audiences worldwide. His debut book, The Disease of Me, is set to release soon - a raw, powerful account of resilience, recovery, and reinvention.Find out more here...Michael BugaryBe the first to hear about the release of The Disease of Me...Sign Up to the Waitlist Follow Michael:InstagramLinkedInTikTokFacebookIf you were affected by any of the themes explored in this episode:UK Based:MindAlcoholics AnonymousSamaritansUSA Based:HelpMental Health AmericaDon't forget to like, subscribe, share, connect and comment...we can only grow with your help!www.u2bdc.comSpotifyAppleYouTubeAmazon MusicDeezerInstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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