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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 24 MIN

How Hitting Rock Bottom Can Be the Catalyst for Real Change

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

Former pro baseball player Michael Bugary opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped his journey—from career-ending injury and addiction to surviving brain cancer. In this powerful conversation, Michael shares how adversity forced him to confront his own identity and find healing through acceptance, responsibility, and connection with others.Discover how hitting rock bottom can be the turning point toward resilience, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.🔗 Learn more about Michael Bugary’s story and get his book:Website: https://www.michaelbugary.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bugary/#OvercomingAdversity #Motivation #AddictionRecovery #Inspiration #MakingOfMePodcast

Former pro baseball player Michael Bugary opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped his journey—from career-ending injury and addiction to surviving brain cancer. In this powerful conversation, Michael shares how adversity forced him to confront his own identity and find healing through acceptance, responsibility, and connection with others.Discover how hitting rock bottom can be the turning point toward resilience, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.🔗 Learn more about Michael Bugary’s story and get his book:Website: https://www.michaelbugary.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bugary/#OvercomingAdversity #Motivation #AddictionRecovery #Inspiration #MakingOfMePodcast

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