GRIT. SCIENCE. FAMILY.
BARWIS is a holistic human performance company set on delivering top quality service to its clients throughout the process of helping them achieve their goals and maximize their potential. Built upon three core pillars of GRIT, SCIENCE, and FAMILY, Mike and the BARWIS staff have assisted thousands of collegiate, Olympic, and professional athletes claim their spot among the world's elite. Additionally, the unparalleled BARWIS Neurological Reengineering Program continues to help countless individuals regain motor function by training the brain to locate, activate, and control muscle fibers.
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MLB Off-Season Training
Luis Carpio
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MMA Training
Luke Rockhold & Robbie Lawler
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NHL Off-Season Training
Dylan Larkin, Kyle O'Connor and Patrick Eaves
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NFL Off-Season Training
Brandon Graham
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NFL Off-Season Training
JT Thomas
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NHL Combine Training
Halo Sport Feature
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Brock Mealer - Miracle at Michigan
Big Ten Network Feature
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Chris Norton Walks for Graduation
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Say Yes to the Dress
Katie Walks Down The Aisle
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Miracle Monday
Ashley is up and moving!
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Miracle Monday
Quinn Toupps shows off the progress he's made
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2018 Run, Walk, Roll 5k
Supporting the First Step Foundation
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TEDx Talk
Mike speaks about Neurological Reengineering
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Meet The FAMILY
Jocelyn WallaceDPT
Physical Therapist, South Florida
Jocelyn Wallace is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and works out of Deerfield Beach, Florida. Jocelyn has been with BARWIS since 2018. Before joining the BARWIS Family, Jocelyn worked with people from all walks of life with orthopedic pain and dysfunction, spinal cord injuries and other neurological disorders. Jocelyn found fitness as an adult, which led her to a career in physical therapy and she furthered her education by becoming a Certified Clinical Athlete Provider and Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She has worked with athletes from the MLB, CFL, NFL, Crossfit, and MiLB Umpire School and earned further certifications in movement assessment (FMS and SFMA), RockTape, RockBlades, and Functional Range Conditioning. Jocelyn is passionate about using her career to bring the power of athletic pursuit to as many people as she can.
Nicholas Montoni
Director of Training Operations, South Florida
Nick Montoni is an alumni of Central Michigan University. Nick has been with BARWIS since he started out as an intern for our Plymouth, Michigan location back in 2014.
MIKE BARWIS
Founder & CEO
Mike Barwis is the founder and CEO of the BARWIS family of companies, including the BARWIS Performance Centers. Mike is currently the Senior Advisor of Sports Performance for the NY Mets. He was formerly a consultant to the Miami Dolphins and formerly the Director of Strength and Conditioning for the University of Michigan. In 2003, Barwis assumed the responsibility for the Mountaineers football program, while maintaining his position he previously held in charge of Olympic Sports.
During his tenure at West Virginia University he designed and implemented programs for all of the Mountaineers 21 varsity sports. His last 5 years at WVU were widely considered to be the golden era in WVU athletics.
Barwis has coached 38 National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) All-Americans and was one of 10 coaches
to receive the Bronze Award from the NSCA certification commission. He has trained thousands of collegiate,
Olympic, and professional athletes in over 40 sporting events.
In addition, Barwis has been published in numerous journals, magazines, and newspapers, as well as written
several books, and produced several videos. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the
NSCA, and CPR and AED certified.
Additionally, Mike is the star of Discovery Channel's international hit TV show "American Muscle" which features his work with professional athletes and people with neurological disorders and motor dysfunction. Mike has also been featured in many tv, news, radio, and internet shows and is widely recognized as a leading authority on the neuromuscular systems and biomechanics. Barwis has been recognized in his field as one of the most influential strength coaches of all time.
Mike is married to Autumn who was the Associate Director of Strength & Conditioning at WVU. He has two sons, Ray and Charlie, as well as two daughters, Hannah and Julia.
DAN MOZES
Vice President, National Director of Training Operations
Dan has been highly involved in athletics for many years, as he played for the Minnesota Vikings for 2 years, was
a four-year starter in college, and is widely considered to be one of the greatest lineman to play for West Virginia
University. Dan was one of only a few consensus All-Americans in the school's hisotry. He won the Rimington Trophy
in his senior season, garnering him recognition as the nation's best center in NCAA football. Dan was also an
Outland Trophy finalist, Lombardi Award semifinalist, a three-time first-team All-Big East selection, Academic
All-American, a participant in the Senior Bowl, and a member fo the Fox Sports All-Decade Team.
Following his time in the NFL, Dan was a member of the Strength and Conditioning staff at the University of Michigan where he
was an instrumental member in overseeing the development of both the Varsity Football and Hockey programs.
BRYAN WRIGHTMS
Director of Training Operations, Port Saint Lucie
Bryan oversees the training, program sales and operations for the Port St. Lucie training center. Since
2013 Bryan was the running back coach at UC Davis and helped the Aggies enjoy their best rushing season in
more than a decade. Prior to coaching at UC Davis, Bryan was a strength and conditioning coach under Mike
Barwis at West Virginia University, as well as at the University of Michigan where he was working with running
backs.
Bryan played football at West Virginia in 2002, earning Rookie of the Year and Weight Lifter of
the Year honors from the Mountaineers as a running back and kick returner. He transferred to Shepherd
University for his final two seasons in 2006-07. The Rams won a pair of West Virginia Intercollegiate
Athletic Conference titles and advanced to the NCAA Division II Playoffs.
Bryan is a Level 7 BM Certified trainer and earned his Bachelor's degree in Fitness and
Exercise Science before receiving his Master's degree in Athletic Coaching Education from West Virginia.
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Resources & Questions
Client Resources
Is BARWIS just for Professional Athletes?
No. BARWIS is for everyone.
How to get to BARWIS?
There are multiple BARWIS Performance Centers throughout the country and internationally. BARWIS currently has US based locations in Florida and Michigan as well as a facility in Tbilisi, Georgia. Please refer to our locations page for more information.
What to expect when visiting a BARWIS Performance Center
A competitive, yet friendly environment.
What separates BARWIS from other performance training centers?
BARWIS has many unique differentiators. Nobody does what we do.
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THE RUN AROUND
We offer comprehensive protocols not only for the athlete, but also for those at home who want to better their lives. These protocols inclued classes, clinics, and individual consultations on healthy diet and eating habits, proper protocols for supplementation, and seminars on cooking and recommended supermarket budgeting. We also have two complete lines of professional-grade supplemental nutrition, including 1 vegan line, designed to optimize performance for all athletes working to perform at the highest level.
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How a Pre-Workout Supplement Helped Me Pick Up the Pace
Years ago, I dabbled in taking a pre-workout supplement for the first time. Roughly 20 minutes after drinking down a shaker bottle
of the mix, an uncontrollable tingling overcame my entire body- so much tingling, specifically in my hands and face, that I had to stop
mid-burpee to breathe while repeatedly asking the trainer "Are you sure this isn't something to be worried about?"
"That's why I don't take them," she replied.
Fast forward to earlier this year, I met up with a friend who was familiar with the brand Revere, and he suggested I try the pre-workout
energy mix, promising me that this time would be different. I trusted him, so with the peach mango pre-workout drink in-hand, I sipped hesitantly
as I got in the right mental space to tackle intervals on the treadmill... CONTINUE READING
Mike Barwis: The Sports Coach Who's Changing the Way Athletes (and Average Joes) Train, Recover, and Fuel
You know a thing or two when you coach over 5,000 Olympic and elite athletes across 42 sports, nine professional
teams in three different leagues (including the New York Mets), and have 27 years of experience morphing eager collegiate
athletes into athletic goliaths.
And sometimes you learn a thing or two, as was the case with Mike Barwis, C.S.C.S., CEO of Barwis Methods and co-founder of Revere nutrition who’s revolutionizing the way average men and women,
as well as top-tier athletes train, recover, and, most importantly, fuel... CONTINUE READING
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PRO
(Post Recovery Optimizer)
What's inside?
Dextrose and Maltodextrin cause a powerful and rapid insulin response. Insulin is a natural hormone with strong anabolic properties that acts as a transport agent for essential amino acids to be delivered to the cells of muscle fibers.
Whey Protein Isolate and Concentrate supply muscle cells with amino acids required to build lean muscle and promote muscular strength and recovery.
Glutamine promotes muscle growth, reduces muscle breakdown, and supports normal, healthy immune function.
Creatine Monohydrate helps to improve size and strength, promote muscular endurance, and promote complete muscle recovery.
L-Arginine improves circulatory flow, detoxification, muscular metabolism, and energy production.
Taurine supports mental focus and energy levels, and increase protein absorption.
**The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnosis, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.**
IGNITE
(Pre-Workout)
What's inside?
IGNITE was specifically designed for individuals in need of a nutritional source of energy containing over twenty vitamins and minerals to support lively health. IGNITE also contains a safe and effective dose of caffeine to provide an initial boost of energy. In addition to promoting increased energy, IGNITE also contains many neuroactive amino acids that support enhanced mental focus and cognitive function.
- Vitamin A supports immune function, epithelial tissue, calcium metabolism, mitigates blood clotting, antioxidant activity, and muscular health.
- Vitamin C reduces oxidative and inflammatory stress and supports and connective tissue protein synthesis.*
- Taurine supports mental focus and energy levels, and increases protein absorption.*
- Herbal extracts, Yerba Mate and Guarana, supply high levels of naturally occurring caffeine to support energy production, fat metabolism, neurohormone synthesis, mental focus, and positive mood.*
- Glycine flavonoids act as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents.*
- GABA supports rest and recovery and promotes healthy sleeping patterns.*
Flavor - Fruit Punch
NSF Certified for Sport®
The NSF Mark on the product label shows athletes, coaches, and consumers that a supplement has met NSF's comprehensive Certified for Sport® program guidelines. This program, which focuses primarily on the sports supplement manufacturing and sourcing process, provides key preventive measures to:
- Protect against adulteration of products
- Verify label claims against product contents
- Identify athletic banned substances in the finished product or ingredients
* The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnosis, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
PM
(Sleep Recovery Optimizer)
What's inside?
Optimal sleep patterns are essential to fully take advantage of the benefits of high intensity training. Tissue repair, detoxification, protein synthesis and replenishment of normal hormone levels
are a few of the processes that occur in the deepest, most restorative stages of sleep. Without adequate sleep, skeletal muscles will not be repaired adequately and tissue breakdown is more likely
to occur. This will substantially diminish any benefits of training, and contribute to slower recovery from exercise stress and a substantially increased risk of injury.
The PM Sleep Recovery Formula supplies a combination of amino acids, enzymes, and minerals to support an optimal healthy sleep pattern for complete rest and recuperation from training.
Flavor: Raspberry Lemonade
Inside The Formula:
- Magnesium is a mineral essential for blood pressure and blood sugar regulation, muscle and nerve function, and the construction of protein, bone, and DNA. Magnesium aspartate is one of the better supplemental forms of magnesium.
- L-Arginine plays an important role in sleep as it has the ability to release growth hormone naturally, remove bad cholesterol, enhance fat metabolism, and regulate salt levels in the body. Arginine also participates in muscle growth and protein synthesis due to its vasodilating abilities.
- Taurine supports mental focus and energy levels, and increases protein absorption.
- L-Leucine, L-Valine, and L-Isoleucine are essential for muscular strength, growth, and recovery, supporting a positive nitrogen balance in the muscle tissue.
- L-Theanine is a naturally occurring amino acid derived from Green Tea that has a powerful relaxing effect on the brain to support optimal sleep cycles.
- GABA functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, inhibiting the quantity of neurons firing in the brain to improve sleep. GABA also supports fat loss and lean muscle mass.
- L-5-HTP is a precursor to the neurohormone Serotonin, supporting stable mental and emotional mood and energy.
NSF Certified for Sport®
The NSF Mark on the product label shows athletes, coaches, and consumers that a supplement has met NSF's comprehensive Certified for Sport® program guidelines. This program, which focuses primarily on the sports supplement manufacturing and sourcing process, provides key preventive measures to:
Protect against adulteration of products
Verify label claims against product contents
Identify athletic banned substances in the finished product or ingredients
* The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnosis, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
NUTRITION
PROPRIETARY TECHNIQUES
BARWIS helps people regain motor function through Neurological Reengineering -- the process of using the cutting-edge BARWIS Applied Scientific Techniques and the BARWIS Methods to increase a person's neuromuscular activation and control. This is the core of the injury recovery programs provided by BARWIS where they help the brain to relocate, activate, and control muscle fibers. Our strength coaches are hands-on and provide applied methods of reestablishing and creating pathways to increase neural stimulus and motor control and our nonprofit The First Step Foundation helps people get access to these programs.
Helpful Information
Entering The Program
If you are seeking help recovering from an injury or neuromuscular disorder, your experience will begin with an initial evaluation and assessment. The initial evaluation is necessary as it helps our training staff design an individualized program to meet the clients specific needs. The initial evaluation will always have a trainer who is the designer of the program and a secondary trainer who will be involved with the implementation of the program with the client.
Most often, additional strength training must be done as muscles have atrophied and the neuromuscular system must adapt to the new intensities and directions that it is being subjected to. This process takes time and effort - it very seldom comes quickly and easily, but the length and intensity depends completely on the situation of each individual and leaves no cookie-cutter formula for people to follow; it will be very specific, scientifically-based training program designed for each individual with periodic re-evaluations by the program designer who will write in adaptations to the training cycles depending on the progress and needs.
What To Expect
It may take some real time and a great deal of effort to overcome your injuries or motor difficulties, often depending on your initial condition and attitude. For others, your change will be much faster, coming in with a cane and leaving it behind. Some people train 3-5 times per week, others come in a for a short period and go home with specific exercises to work on their own before returning for a reevaluation. Depending on the nature of your injury and your current condition, it is possible to have you training along in a group environment, just with specific, calculated exercises to assist your recovery.
If you are seeking help and truly desire to progress in our program, it is very important that you come into it motivated, ready to work hard, determined to keep a good attitude, and a steadfast belief that you will recover as your body conforms and adapts. With these character traits and our world class training protocols, almost everybody comes through the program as a dramatically different person!
**BARWIS Neurological Reengineering is not designed to replace physical therapy or rehabilitation.
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POPULATIONS TREATED
- Neuromuscular Injuries & Disorders
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Combat Injuries
- Sports-related Injuries
- ... and more!
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NEUROLOGICAL REENGINEERING
Currently accepting self pay and the following insurances: Medicare, Cigna, United, MedRisk, CareCredit
AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH
BARWIS Physical Therapy is one of the nation's most advanced forms of physical therapy focused on orthopedic issues common to sports injuries, and post-surgical issues, facilitating a comprehensive transitional program from injury to rehabilitation while incorporating innovative technology practices. Additionally, our on-site doctors of physical therapy can work with clients of all backgrounds, creating plans to synchronize the physical therapy of each individual with BARWIS Methods or Neurological Reengineering training -- reducing redundancies and maximizing the potential of each individual's physical capacities.
POPULATIONS TREATED
Whatever your physical therapy needs may be, our licensed physical therapists are able to help you out. Utilizing both traditional techniques as well as modalities that are part of the BARWIS Methods Training, our Physical Therapists specialize in:
- Common Sports Injuries
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Concussion Management
- ... and more!
FIRST-IN-CLASS TRAINING
Our Physical Therapists utilize top-of-the-line training methods as well as technologies. At BARWIS Physical Therapy, our goal is to get you back healthy and then improve your lifestyle and performance. Some of the cutting edge training technologies utilized in our programs are:
- Halo Sport
- KAATSU (Blood Flow Modification)
- Renew ECP Therapy (Circulation Enhancement)
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What Should I Wear / Bring?
When you come into a BARWIS Physical Therapy practice, we recommend that you wear loose and comfortable clothing. The Physical Therapist will be assessing your mobility and function, and restrictive clothing can make the difficult to complete. We typically ask clients to bring athletic clothing and closed toed shoes if possible.
What To Expect From Your First Appointment
BARWIS Physical Therapy clients will receive the following:
- 1 on 1 direct care with a Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Access to BARWIS Performance facility throughout the time of treatment
- A true transitional program, providing long-term progressions and access to our BARWIS staff to continue your performance and wellness goals.
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PHYSICAL THERAPY
SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
Plymouth, MI
Address
44191 Plymouth Oaks Blvd
STE 600
Plymouth, MI 48170
Hours of Operation
MON - FRI: 6 AM - 8 PM
SAT: 7 AM - 2 PM
SUN: Closed
Specialized Services & Features:
- Professional Athlete Strength & Conditioning
- NFL Combine Training
- Personal Training
- Physical Therapy (ATI Physical Therapy Located On-Site)
- Stay Strong Fitness Classes
- Nutritional Consulting
- Team Training
- Youth Training
- Speed & Agility Classes
- Educational Seminars
- Recovery & Performance Optimization
SCHEDULE
STAY STRONG
Mon & Wed
12 PM - 1 PM7 PM - 8 PM
Fri
12 PM - 1 PMSat
9 AM - 10 AM**This is our bootcamp style fitness class.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Mon - Fri
6 AM - 8 PMSaturday
7 AM - 2 PMCall to schedule an appointment!
COLLEGE GROUP
**ONLY IN SESSION DURIN THE SUMMER**
HIGH SCHOOL GROUP
Mon, Wed, & Fri (Lift)
4 PM - 5 PMTues & Thurs (Speed & Agility)
4 PM - 5 PMSOUTH FLORIDA
Deerfield Beach, FL
Address
378 Hillsboro Technology Drive
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Hours of Operation
MON - FRI: 6 AM - 8 PM
SAT: 7AM - 3 PM
SUNDAY: Hours vary, please call for details.
Specialized Services & Features:
- Professional Athlete Strength & Conditioning
- NFL Combine Training
- Personal Training
- Physical Therapy
- Stay Strong Fitness Classes
- Nutritional Consulting
- Massage Therapy
- Chiropractic Therapy
- Youth & Team Training
- Speed & Agility Classes
- Educational Seminars
- Recovery & Performance Optimization
- Professional Pitching Coach
- Soccer Skills Coach
- Batting Cages
SCHEDULE
STAY STRONG
Mon & Wed:
12 PM - 1 PM7 PM - 8 PM
Fri:
12 PM - 1 PMFri:
9 AM - 10 AMPERSONAL TRAINING
7 Days Per Week
6AM - 8PMCall to schedule an appointment!
YOUTH PERFORMANCE
Mon, Wed, & Fri
12 PM - 1 PMTues, Wed, & Thurs
7 PM - 8 PMCOLLEGE GROUP
College group is currently out of season due to school being in session.
If you are a collegiate level athlete looking for training options, please call 954.449.0850 and we will get you taken care of!
HIGH SCHOOL GROUP
Mon & Wed:
6 PM - 8 PMTues & Thurs (Speed & Agility)
6 PM - 7 PMSat (Speed & Agility)
12 PM - 1 PMORGANIZED GROUP TRAINING
Mon - Sat
PSL
Port Saint Lucie, FL
BARWIS Performance Center of Port Saint Lucie
525 Northwest Peacock Blvd
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Specialized Services & Features:
- Professional Athlete Strength & Conditioning
- NFL Combine Training
- Neurological Reengineering
- General Gym Memberships
- Personal Training
- Physical Therapy
- Stay Strong Fitness Classes
- Nutritional Consulting
- Custom Camps and Clinics
- Massage Therapy
- Youth & Team Training
- Speed & Agility Classes
- Educational Seminars
- Recovery & Performance Optimization
- Shower Rooms
SUMMER SCHEDULE
COLLEGE DROP-IN CLASSES
(college athletes only)MAY 20-AUGUST 16
10-11AM / MONDAY-FRIDAY
$15/CLASS
Call to schedule an appointment!HIGH SCHOOL DROP-IN CLASSES
(ages 14-17)JUNE 3-AUGUST 9
10-11AM / MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY
7-8PM / MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY
$15/CLASS
Call to schedule an appointment!YOUTH DROP-IN CLASSES
(ages 10-13)JUNE 3-AUGUST 9
10-11AM / TUESDAY & THURSDAY
6-7PM / WEDNESDAY - 9-10AM / SATURDAY
$10/CLASS
Call to schedule an appointment!SCHEDULE
STAY STRONG
Tues & Thurs:
6 PM - 7 PMSat
10 AM - 11 AM**This is our bootcamp style fitness class.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Mon - Fri
8 AM - 8 PMSat
8 AM - 2 PMCall to schedule an appointment!
Youth Speed & Agility (Ages 10-14)
Wed
6 PM - 7 PMSat
9 AM - 10 AM
Call for more information.
COLLEGE GROUP
College group is currently out of season due to school being in session.
If you are a collegiate level athlete looking for training options, please call us and we will get you taken care of!
HIGH SCHOOL GROUP
Mon, Wed, & Fri:
7 PM - 8 PMORGANIZED GROUP TRAINING
Mon - Sat
If you are interested in setting up a time for small group or team training, please call us to schedule!
CHAMPIONS ACADEMY
Tbilisi, Georgia
150 David Agmashenebeli Ave
Tbilisi, Georgia
Specialized Services:
- Strength Training
- Nutritional Supplementation
- Stay Strong Fitness Class
- Speed & Agility Training
- Professional Judo Training
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OUR MISSION
The fundamental principle for all that we do at BARWIS is that we do what is best for those we are charged with helping. "If the people we work with today mean more to us than we do to ourselves, we will be good at our jobs." This is on the walls of our centers, is engrained into our staff, and is the concept from which our nonprofits evolved. In working with impoverished children in the community as well as individuals in our Neurological Reengineering Program, it became apparent that there were complete voids in opportunities and resources for these people. That was not acceptable to me and thus the BARWIS 501(c)(3) nonprofits were created. The BARWIS First Step Foundation and Athletic Angels Foundation were developed to help provide these individuals with tools and support they would not otherwise have access to in order to help them achieve their goals, whether to be walking again or receive mentoring to excel in daily life and school.
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