Michael Arterberrry: Master Encourager

Michael Arterbrry is a master encourager and motivational speaker. As a teenager, Michael was fortunate to receive guidance from positive adult role models who helped him overcome adversities and set high expectations for his future. Grateful for the role these mentors played in his own development, Michael decided to dedicate his professional life to helping people navigate the difficulties of life and launch their future into motion. Michael received the 2010 USA Network’s Characters Unite Award for exceptional commitment to combating prejudice and discrimination while increasing tolerance and acceptance within the community. He is also the recipient of the 2014 100 Men of Color Award for leadership in education, government, mentorship, entrepreneurial success and community service. And most recently, he was awarded the Educator of the Year Award from Y-COP, the Youth Community Outreach Program in Mt. Vernon at the First Annual Dinner Dance on September 29th, 2016. KEY POINTS *Use your struggles as a catalyst for success. *It’s never too late to change your life for the better. *It’s important to face and work on things from your past that may be holding you back, because small things in your past may become bigger problems is they are not dealt with. *Michael teaches people how to kick negative thoughts out one’s mind. *The importance for children to have great, supportive mentors in their life, especially if their home life is not great. *Why some people become repeat offenders. Connect with Michael: WEBSITE: https://www.michaelarterberry.com/ BOOKS: https://www.michaelarterberry.com/about-michael/books/ Connect with host, Laurie Seely: https://laurieseely.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegutsy/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LaurieSeelyHealthCoach/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpFG74HFcHcSCsyhynnxZSQ — This episode is sponsored by Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app —- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/laurie-seely/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/laurie-seely/support