Show notes
In this episode, you will hear from Mike K. on how a traumatic event in his life - the loss of his oldest son to suicide - skyrocketed his drinking. Mike also shares his personal story - the ups and downs of his life, his childhood, his rise to success as a lawyer, family & health crises, addiction to alcohol and path to sobriety & recovery.What we discussed during the show: 00:00 Intro01:34 Mike's favorite quote02:12 His Life Story: His childhood, career, progressive drinking, addiction16:21 Recovery journey23:33 What has Mike accomplished in his recovery journey so far25:04 Cravings and Mike's coping strategies26:15 The key to finding long term success in sobriety28:43 What the word "forgiveness" means to Mike32:00 The lowest point of his life32:55 Happiest moment of life34:57 Who Mike looks up to35:51 One thing he's trying to learn36:45 What is something people often get wrong about him38:26 What he wished he knew when he was 2040:00 Rapid Fire round - 5 QuestionsWhat's on his nightstand: Several books including In Cold Blood, and, Countdown Bin LadenFavorite meal: Swordfish & AsparagusNo. of hours of sleep every night: 5 or lessFavorite TV show: Anything on History ChannelOne thing he's grateful for today: Sobriety41:35 Mike's advice to anyone struggling with addiction or new to sobrietySoberSide Chat Podcast Details:Website: https://sobersidechat.com/Shownotes & Transcript: https://sobersidechat.com/mike-k-life-story/Instagram: @sobersidechatTwitter: @sobersidechat