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Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation

How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison

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Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation

By: Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Andy Symonds
Narrated by: Mike Sorrentino, Lauren Sorrentino, Linda Sorrentino, Jordan Marc, Andy Symonds
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Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino gives fans the inside scoop they’ve been begging for with his explosive tell-all.

In this whirlwind of action-packed, unbelievable stories, Mike paints a raw and uncensored picture of his rise to stardom, steep fall, and amazing renaissance, all told with unwavering honesty. Divulging everything from drug-fueled orgies to what really happened behind the scenes of reality television’s most loved and dysfunctional family, Mike’s book reveals all for the first time.

In his familiar, straightforward voice, he hilariously tells of intoxicated run-ins with celebrities like The Rock, Robert Downey Jr., Drake, Jay Leno, Leonardo DiCaprio, David Hasselhoff, Jason Statham, Lil Wayne, Kristin Cavallari, Whoopi Goldberg, and more. Alongside the comical moments, he describes more poignant events, such as the frantic searches for opiates to sate excruciating withdrawals, including one such time in Italy, which led to the infamous wall headbutt fight with Ronnie.

No punches are pulled in this unfiltered tale, relating Mike’s darkest thoughts after trying heroin, going to prison, and grieving his wife’s tragic miscarriages. However, like in all true redemption stories, Mike never gave up, and listeners are sure to be inspired by his determination to get clean and sober and become the man he is today. With pure candor and vulnerability, he delivers details on the mindset that got him through those dark times and onto the enlightened, sober path he walks today. Through personal anecdotes and invaluable life lessons, Mike teaches listeners how to overcome obstacles and embrace change. From conquering personal demons to finding redemption, he proves that it’s never too late to turn your life around and make the best of any situation. Get ready for a reality check like no other, and join Mike on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the pursuit of living your best life.

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Couldn't stop!

Wonderful, wild story. God bless Mike for where he is today. I got through this in less than a day!

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Funny, heartfelt and honest

This book did not disappoint. It sucked me right from the beginning. I laughed, I cried and most importantly I rooted for Mike & Lauren!

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This book was amazing. It’s very relatable if you or someone you know struggles from addiction. It’s a never ending saga of pain. Hearing his story really opened my eyes to the life of instant fame.

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Great story and read great by the author. Very great book to listen to. Hope he makes another book soon

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You make us proud Mike!

This was very well done and so inspirational! I laughed and I cried. It was a very interesting book!

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Reality tv star relatable to the everyday person

I like how he fully explains his past life before stardom. Through some situations, it’s relatable to every day people currently going through life problems. 

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loved it!

Finished in 1 day. couldn't stop. loved it! I enjoyed how honest these stories were.

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The comeback

Mike sorentino’s story is an amazing comeback from addiction and carelessness. I’m glad he’s able to share this with everyone

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So good! So inspiring!

This book was absolutely wonderful and Mike should be extremely proud of everything he has accomplished!

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Reality, Check mic, 1 -2!

Absolutely loving this audio! Ignore all other negative reviews!
This book is perfect for any adult that can relate to being in their 20s with HUGE DREAMS!, Straight from the source you get to hear about the good friends, the bad influences, great loves, family trials and super highs with lows,along with all the “fun” that comes with it!
Currently 13 chapters in and gotta give the shout out! Great job !

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