Mick Unplugged

Lauren Sisler | Resilience on the Sidelines: Journey of Personal Triumph

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Mick Hunt and Lauren Sisler delve deep into Lauren's compelling life story, highlighting her rise as a leading sports journalist and her courageous battle against the shadows of her past. Lauren discusses her healing journey and how she uses her experiences to fuel her passion for storytelling and advocacy.

Lauren Sisler's Background: An esteemed ESPN reporter who transformed personal tragedy into a platform for advocacy and empowerment.

Defining Moments: The powerful narrative of facing her parents' tragic fate head-on inspired Lauren to help others by sharing her story.

Discussion Topics:

  • Lauren’s touching personal story of losing both parents to opioid addiction and how it shaped her life and career.
  • Her commitment to breaking the stigma around addiction and her advocacy work through her upcoming book, "Shatterproof."
  • Insights into the challenges and triumphs of a career in sports journalism reflect her resilience and determination.

    • Key Quotes:

    • "Owning my story has been freeing, though it wasn't always easy."
    • "My parents' legacy isn’t defined by their addiction; it's defined by how their story helps others."

      • Next Steps:

      • Learn More: Follow Lauren Sisler's work and support her efforts in addiction awareness.
      • Reflect: Think about the challenges you face and how you can turn them into opportunities for growth and to help others.
      • Engage: Share how Lauren’s story inspires you to overcome personal challenges and contribute positively to your community using #MickUnplugged.

        Connect & Discover:

        • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/laurensisler
        • Instagram: Instagram.com/laurensisler
        • Facebook: facebook.com/LaurenSisler
        • Website: laurensisler.com
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