Testimonials

I first met Mike after being convicted of alcohol-related arrest and convictions. I was mandated to Substance Abuse and Behavior Management Counseling. Then along came Mike.

As a coincidence, Mike was also running the local AA group. So, when I started the usual excuses and rationale for my drinking, it did not go very far.

With Mike’s help, I completed all my court-ordered obligations and am now able to move past and let go of a lot of my negative childhood experiences. I like myself now believe I am a much better person to those around me.

Mike is a large proponent of follow up care, so even this many years later if I feel the need to talk he will listen and if asked will offer some guidance.

Giving this small testimony is a small way of giving back after getting so much help

-Joseph Post Sr.

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Mike Siver began teaching a weekly class at the Wings of God Transitional Home for previously incarcerated women in May of 2018 called “What Role Do I Play” based on a book that he published.

He brings to the residents his knowledge and experience how behaviors and attitudes impact their reputation and identity within society. He delivers powerful biblical truths to the residents who are seeking a personal relationship with God and helps them see a perspective with examples and exercises that provoke a change of heart and longstanding personal growth.

He mirrors gentleness and maintains solid personal boundaries to the residents who often challenge his authority. His practical experience and delivery have positively impacted the Wings of God residents.

I strongly recommend Mike Siver as a teacher and spiritual advisor to those who are seeking change.

I can be reached at 269-415-0777 if you have any questions or need additional information.

Sincerely,

Rhonda L. Cochran

House Manager

Wings of God

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I am writing this letter as a reference for Mr. Mike Siver. I know Mike through his volunteering at the Substance Abuse Clinic where I worked. The clinic is at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. The clinic provides several programs for veterans that are dealing with substance abuse issues. These programs include Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Relapse Prevention & Sober Living.

Mr. Siver was a volunteer for our clinic, facilitating peer groups as part of the IOP program. Mike was responsible for the group “Why Did I Do That?” Unique about this group is that Mike used his book “Why Did I Do That?” as content for this group. It was a pleasure to have Mike as part of the IOP, not many programs can brag of having a published author volunteering as part of their group curriculum using the book they had written. Mike was very well-received by the Veterans that participated in our program and he grew to become an important part of IOP.

In that time, Mike has impressed me with his dedication & reliability. He was a very important part of our program and a fantastic resource for the Veterans that come through one of our programs. Lastly, Mike always displayed respect with working with fellow veterans and it was apparent that he is very dedicated to helping others with their recovery efforts. I am thankful that Mike has given much of himself to assist his fellow veterans.

I am no longer involved with the Outpatient Clinic but still with the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. I am now Assistant Nurse Manger of the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Programs. I can be reached through the Battle Creek VA Medical Center at 888-214-1248 x35356. My e-mail is Aaron.Porter@va.gov.

Respectfully Submitted,

Aaron E. Porter BSN, RN/es.

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I would like to thank you for the training provided to the City of Orlando After-School All-Stars. The Performance Coaching training was an invaluable resource to the 80 staff that attended.One of the issues we were dealing with prior to the training were huge challenges with communication.

The training has had a profound effect on this issue. The staff now has a greater understanding of the barriers of communication as well as their personal weaknesses in this area.

Other highlights of training were the processing of the activities, it was a great tool to get the staff to engage in the activity.

Finally, the professionalism you and your staff exhibited throughout the entire training was great.

Please share this letter with your perspective clients. I believe they to will be pleased with the many aspects covered in your training. If it is increased performance they are looking for, they have found the right trainers. I would like to personally thank you for a job well done. We are looking forward to a follow-up session.

Sincerely, Gregory Hawn, City of Orlando, After-School All-Stars Coordinator

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Mike Siver has been a Blessing to me, and my recovery after seeing Combat while serving our Country. I have found it’s easier to be at War, than come home from it. Transitioning into the peaceful society has been difficult. I deal with severe PTSD which I am learning, means a multiple of challenges.

As a Brother in Arms, Mike’s trustworthiness is to the highest degree. He understands me and what it means to be battle tested. I was a Weapons Director in the Air Force; this means I controlled Air Craft, protecting our Warriors next to me on the ground while dropping bombs on bad guy’s heads from above. -“I had a God's eye view.”

This made Mike’s book, Why Did I Do That? so very important to me. In Chapter 7, We Teach People How to Treat Us gave me a great revelation, on the part I play in relationships. Learning I wasn’t still talking to Fighter Pilots, I was the person who needed to change. The quotes in this book really bring forth the message, “See everything; overlook a great deal; correct a little.” –Pope John XXIII

Understanding the Why, now made Mike’s next book What Role Do I Play? a must read in my process. Chapter 3, Listen to the Wind set me free onto my new future. Chapters ahead have armed me, to be the Best me. Listen to the Scriptures Mike plants home, along with the reading. Making your ear attentive to wisdom and including your heart to understanding. –Proverbs 2:2

Mike’s Books have truly been major along my journey; the Greatest inspiration comes in person. Mike has a passion that’s contagious; he gets me to open up like only he is gifted to do. Mike is very genuine and a man Id like to be like.

I have found the lessons from Mike’s wisdom continue to Grow and make more sense every day. I am so Thankful for Mike’s help, I encourage anyone who is able to read his books or share time with him- To Do It!

Thankful,

Andrew William Labadie