Aug 02 2024 57 mins
With a self-explanatory Instagram handler @madmikebeingmad, the former Barnsley, Salford and Southport player, Mike Phenix has earned an influx of followers for his genuine takes on life, mental health and addiction recovery.
In this episode, Mike candidly shares his heartfelt story right from the beginning including personal tragedies starting at a young age and the highs and lows in his football career. His journey is a powerful narrative of resilience, with significant struggles between medical issues and substance abuse that ultimately led to his early retirement with a four-year drug ban.
Mike speaks about the discovery of the fellowship and the profound impact his recovery journey had on himself and the people around him.
‘I help others today and that’s what keeps me well’
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