Max Liles
Max Liles
Not Your Average IV User Episode 6 - Michael Parker
Not Your Average IV User Episode 6 - Michael Parker
Not Your Average IV User Episode 6 - Michael Parker
Friday 21st January 2022
Michael Parker, former Division 1 football player, shares his journey from athletic success to battling opioid addiction and finding recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Michael Parker: From Gridiron Glory to Battling Addiction
I put myself in the situation to where I'm, around a certain crowd every day and eventually what they was doing. I know my mom need help, so I'm gonna make a little money and try to help her out, sure, but that was a time I opened a door that I wasn't able to shut for like years- yeah, for sure Ten Years.
Picture this: a high school football star with a slew of Division 1 scholarships, private plane trips to top universities, and even the attention of renowned coaches. Michael Parker had it all—family support, community involvement, and an athletic career most could only dream of. But what happens when a promising athlete falls into the dark abyss of addiction?
In this gripping episode of 'Not Your Average IV User', host Max Liles sits down with Michael Parker to unravel his extraordinary journey from the football field to fighting a substance use disorder. Michael, now celebrating 16 years of sobriety, opens up about how he went from being a top 150 recruit in the nation to struggling with opioid addiction. He candidly discusses the influence of his social circle and how the environment played a role in his downward spiral.
'I put myself around a certain crowd every day and eventually what they were doing - I started doing', he admits. This episode isn't just about Michael's fall; it's also about his rise. He talks about the protective factors that initially kept him on track and how he rediscovered them to rebuild his life. Today, Michael is deeply involved in his community, using his past experiences to make a positive impact.
His story is a powerful reminder that even those who seem invincible can face addiction, but recovery is always possible. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or someone grappling with addiction, Michael's story will resonate deeply. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that challenges stereotypes and underscores the importance of personal responsibility and support networks in the journey to recovery.