Amanda speaks with Master Encourager, Executive Director, Coach, Author, Speaker, and Facilitator, Michael Arterberry. Michael opens up about his childhood - living with an abusive alcoholic father, channeling his drive into his athleticism and learning to rely on his coaches and teammates for support and encouragement. 

He talks about the commitment he made to self-reflection, improving his own circumstances, and creating loving and supportive environments wherever he goes. Inspired by his own experience of healing and transformation, coupled with his degree in social work, he started a nonprofit organization. His Youth Voices Center improves the lives of young people through Positive Youth Development. His programs, such as Power of Peace, empower young people to reflect, challenge assumptions and rely on themselves for confidence. There is a virtual offering of his program available.

Michael is highly celebrated for his work as an Encourager. He won the USA Network's Characters Unite Award in 2010, the 100 Men of Color award in 2014, and Y-COP's Educator of the Year award in 2016. He has worked with thousands of teens in a range of settings for over two decades, and his most recent book, Be Encouraged, can be purchased on Amazon, or you can get a free copy at shakethedirtexperience.com. 

To schedule a virtual workshop at your school or learn more about Michael's work, visit youthvoicescenter.org. Be sure to check out the video to see him in action! For other information on Michael, visit MichaelArterberry.com and follow @MichaelArterberry on social media. 

Interested in connecting or finding out more about coaching or workshops? Let's work together and get you to the next level!

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