Erik Salzenstein is a motivational speaker and coach from Bangor, Maine. Having battled with addiction for many years and serving 4 years in prison he understands what it feels like to feel hopeless. While in prison he made a decision to transform his life and that he did. He’s now focused on helping others break free from their own chains and creating the changes they desire. Erik Salzenstein (Speaker), Bangor-Maine. Topic: Why I Had to Go To Prison To Set Myself Free. Top Bucket List item: Surf a 6 ft wave.
Erik is a Motivational Speaker and Coach. Having battled with addiction for many years and serving 4 years in prison he understands what it feels like to feel hopeless. While in prison he made a decision to transform his life and that he did. He’s now focused on helping others break free from their own chains and creating the changes they desire. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx