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#QUITLIT: Truth Be Told Book Review – The Story of an Addict Turned Advocate by Mike Gliem

Contributor to The Sober CuratorBy Contributor to The Sober CuratorFebruary 9, 20222 Mins Read
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Author, professional speaker, substance abuse counselor, and podcast host Mike Gliem shares his in-depth story about his 20+ years battling addiction and the depths it took him. This is a raw and real read. If you’re in recovery or know anyone who is, or who may be struggling this is a MUST read! Mike writes about his struggles, trials, and tribulations, the lessons he learned from them, and how to overcome them. “The MEANING of my life was to find my purpose, my PURPOSE of life is to give it away.” Break yourself free from the bondage of addiction. We recover out loud for those who suffer in silence.

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Lesley Klepac #QUITLIT Review + Interview with Mike Gliem, Author of Truth Be Told

Truth be Told by Mike Gliem a is real in your face no BS Count of being an addict turn advocate. Mike doesn’t just give us war stories about being an addict. He demonstrates his fast knowledge of addiction by educating us on the mental health, spiritual health, and physical health of addiction. It’s clear that Mike knows exactly what he’s talking about. Truth Be Told is a book that those struggling with addiction and those supporting a loved one in addiction can benefit from.

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The Sobees #QUITLIT Score: 3 out of 5


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