What if the memory that saved your life came from a letter you almost forgot?
Michael Allison’s life has been anything but easy. From childhood abuse to combat in Iraq, the grief of loss to the silence of survival, Michael carried the weight of a thousand lifetimes before reaching a breaking point. Standing on a Florida bridge, he made a decision that would change everything.
In this powerful conversation, Michael shares how he:
- Faced the grief, guilt, and trauma he spent years avoiding
- Reclaimed his voice after decades of silence and survival
- Chose to stay – and turned that moment into purpose, service, and leadership
Michael’s story is a reminder that even in our darkest hour, something beautiful can still begin.
Your next chapter might be one decision away.
Michael W. Allison is a U.S. Marine Combat Veteran, Purple Heart recipient, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and resilience coach who has transformed adversity into impact. After surviving a devastating VBIED car bomb attack in Iraq and navigating the aftermath of PTSD, TBI, and deep personal hardship, Michael reached a breaking point – but chose to stay. That decision became the foundation for his healing.
Now, as the Founder and CEO of The Adversity Academy, Michael empowers individuals and organizations to embrace resilience, rewire their mindset, and lead with purpose. His UN-Leadership and Break The Bottle – 3-D methodologies challenge conventional leadership paradigms and inspire growth through accountability, transformation, and mental strength. Michael has been featured by Microsoft, NBC, TEDx, ESPN, and VFW Magazine and speaks globally on personal reinvention, resilience, and overcoming limiting beliefs.
Listen to Michael’s story and rediscover what it means to stay, heal, and lead with heart.
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