Publisher's Synopsis
Mike Shoreman "the board man" is a fun and personable paddleboarder. On a trip to India, he stands before the Ganges River, and awakens to his passion of inspiring others on the water. He returns home, becomes a professional paddleboard coach, and soon, builds a successful paddleboarding business from the ground up. His dream of sharing his gift with students becomes a reality.One morning, everything changes. A sudden neurological condition called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome wakes him in excruciating pain. With a collapsed face, extreme vertigo, and an inability to walk properly, Mike is devasted that his budding paddleboarding career has come to an abrupt end. Hopelessness and loss enfold him as he is left to grieve his old life. In this heartfelt, raw, and humorous memoir, Mike channels his pain into purpose. Crash and RISE is a story about falling down, getting back up, and stepping bravely into a life that looks nothing like the one we have planned for ourselves. Mike demonstrates what it truly means to crash and rise again by transcending mental and physical limitations in order to share his light with the world. His story reminds us that it is always darkest just before the dawn. PRAISE FOR THIS BOOK: "The Unbalanced Paddleboarder's story of getting back up after being knocked down is 'Some Good News' when we need it most."Some Good News"I knew from the minute I met Mike Shoreman that he was a real-life blend of Aquaman and Superman - and this book will show any budding superhero how not only to deal with their life's big kryptonite, but also how to thrive because of it."GIOVANNI MARSICO, Founder of Archangel"Mike is an inspiring individual, with an amazing story."CHRIS BERTISH, Speaker, Best Selling Author, Waterman, & Conservationist"In Diaries of The Unbalanced Paddleboarder: Crash and RISE, Mike lays himself bare with a story of adversity, perseverance, and personal triumph that will leave you breathless. His indomitable spirit and sense of humor leaps off every page and will land right in your heart."BRITT EAST, Author of A Gay Man's Guide to Life"Mike Shoreman - Before, you were a great Paddleboard Instructor. Now, you're an inspiration to others and catalyst for change in their lives."TONY HORTON, Author, creator of P90X, & Ramsay Hunt Syndrome survivor"This is a riveting story of self-discovery and triumph. While it's personal to Mike, it's universally relatable; from strife, with the right mindset, we can all find balance again."CODI SHEWAN, Author of Everyday Legacy: Lessons For Living With Purpose, Right Now"Mike Shoreman revealed one of the most inspirational stories we've ever heard when he shared how he retrained his brain (and mind) to do what doctors said could not be done after a crippling diagnosis. His story is not only a shining example of why you must swim and not sink when the waters get rough, but how positive thinking and saying YES to your best self can completely change the tide of your life."KRISTEN BUTLER, CEO of Power of Positivity"Mike Shoreman's speeches have impacted many and we at Innerlight Media are more than happy to help share his messages to inspire more people."TRAVIS BLAKELY, CEO of Innerlight Media Group"Mike Shoremans' book, Diaries of The Unbalanced Paddle boarder: Crash and RISE is about his amazing journey through life's highs and lows and trials beyond measure. How he found his way and decided to swim rather than sink. I was inspired to read about his journey of growth and overcoming many obstacles. Mike's ability to assess, game plan and overcome is one that will inspire thousands, it inspired me!"BILL SCHUFFENHAUER, 3x Olympian/Silver Medalist, Team USA
