In Episode #7, I sit down with Michal Mrázik, a former pro hockey player who was forced to retire at just 23 years old. We talk honestly about the pain and frustration of dealing with herniated discs, and what it feels like when your dream gets taken away before you’re ready.We dive into identity, confidence, and trying to figure out who you are when the one thing you’ve always loved is no longer an option. Michal also shares what inspired him to write his book Life Doesn’t End Up Here, how expressing his story helped him heal, and why he believes in starting over with curiosity and courage.Together we talk about resilience, personal growth, the positives and negatives of going viral, and finding joy in the simple things again — like travel, connection, and living life on your own terms.