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THE BLISS
JOURNEY

Becoming the Hero
of Your Own Story

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Like Dorothy on the Yellow Brick Road, you have a journey to take. Embrace becoming the Hero of Your Own Story.

About a decade ago, 14 ideas came to Michael. They are principles that can help seasoned leaders and entrepreneurs from any background re-write their story and become the hero they already are.

Join Michael as he discusses his own journey through the study of one of the most unlikely heroes in all of literature, Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz.

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Reactions & Reviews

 

“Wonderfully transparent, at times painfully honest, and immensely insightful. A courageous guide for those who have yet to find the hero inside themselves.”

Thomas Koulopoulos

Digital futurist, author of thirteen books and founder of Delphi Group

“Finding your purpose is powerful — because, in the process, you’ll learn so much more about yourself, your loved ones and friends, your community, and how we are all, in fact, connected.”

Jeremy C. Park

CEO of cityCURRENT, LLC, Vice President and shareholder with Higginbotham, author, speaker, and tv/radio/podcast producer and host

The Bliss Journey will invoke epiphanies wrapped in practical principles to propel you to
becoming a purpose-driven hero through life’s personal and professional struggles.”

Manny Ohonme

Founder, President & CEO of Samaritan’s Feet International

“It’s refreshing to know that behind the mask we all wear, there are still real people who are willing to show their flaws in order to help others live their greatest life.”

Michael Ugwueke

President/CEO Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

“Michael has a real knack for inspiring people to take action. It is a true wake-up call for those
who embrace his words and message.”

Joseph Panettieri

Technology media entrepreneur and angel investor

“The Bliss Journey is straightforward, authentic, and inspirational. It strips away pretext and
shows that being happy and navigating life effectively means embracing the very flaws that define being human.”

M. David Rudd, PhD, ABPP

President, Distinguished University Professor of Psychology, The University of Memphis

“It’s simple — apply the lessons in this book and joyfully participate in life.” 

Chris Crouch

Author of Sifting, A Story About Exploring Life and Well-Being

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Post-Worthy Bliss

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“Nothing, and I mean nothing,

is ever as it appears.”

— J Michael Drake

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