Military Mentor

Shifting a deeply ingrained idea is more challenging than moving a mountain. Our world is in turmoil, and every action we undertake sends ripples through our interconnected society. Even a seemingly simple idea can trigger unforeseen tsunamis of impact, leading to prejudice, hate crimes, and even genocides. In this episode, we explore our role in this intricate dynamic, within the context of the o...

In this episode, Victor Lawe shares an inspiring narrative of his path to triumph over substance abuse, ultimately ascending to leadership roles within several organizations in the Military and civilian sector. His journey mirrors the reality faced by over 20 million Americans, as indicated by statistics from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. However, not everyone manages to transcend th...

Traumatic events are, at times, an unfortunate component of life's equation. Reestablishing a sense of normalcy after undergoing trauma can be challenging without the right perspective. In 1989, the United States launched an attack on Panamanian installations, deploying approximately 24,000 troops, aiming to remove Gen. Manuel Noriega and establish an elected civilian government. This incursion se...

In this episode, we explore a listener's scenario about overcoming the effects of childhood trauma. Our experiences shape us, and we can harness our past as a unique toolbox to face the future. Life isn't about failure but continuous learning. It's said that we're never given more than we can bear, and it's our task to discover wisdom in adversities. When we gain perspective, we can leverage our s...

The old adage “there is no better time then now” is a profound philosophy that most overlook. Rather than reflect on this idea to increase the quality of our lives we choose to magnetize negativity from our past and future into the present moment. The result of this is depression, anxiety, and feelings of hopelessness stemming from the ghosts of past experiences. Mindfulness is the cure to your di...

Mahatma Gandhi once proclaimed, "True wealth lies in one's health, not in pieces of gold and silver." The United States currently ranks as the 12th most obese country globally, with over 40 percent of American adults grappling with clinical obesity. In this episode, we delve into the realms of fitness and well-being with a seasoned 13-year professional bodybuilder and Army veteran who has successf...

In this episode, we have a conversation with Elijah Allen, a 10-year veteran European Basketball Player and entrepreneur. He discusses his journey of breaking free from a potentially negative path by embracing sports. After escaping his challenging past, he wholeheartedly committed himself to using his passion to open doors for young individuals. Join us as he unfolds his inspiring story.

The “Silent Generation,” born between 1928 and 1945, differed from their parents by marrying and having children at a young age. Among American generations, they were known for having the youngest average ages for marriage and parenthood. While divorce was once seen as socially unacceptable by previous generations, the Silents played a pivotal role in reforming marriage laws, reducing the stigma a...

In this captivating episode, join us on a transformative journey with Sonya Howell Barrow, an accomplished Amazon best-selling author. She eloquently unveils the remarkable path she forged to escape the confines of societal expectations. In a world where women encounter distinct challenges that might appear insurmountable, Sonya’s inspiring story demonstrates how she ingeniously turned setbacks in...

Super heroes don’t only live in comic books. In this episode we explore the power of positivity with Rebecca Smith and learn how she beat seemingly insurmountable odds by simply being positive. This episode is in memory of Rebecca and dedicated to all cancer survivors.

Sometimes the things we don’t say are equally as impactful as the things we do. In this episode we speak with Randall Doizaki who has a diverse background as a Marine Corp veteran, law enforcement, hostage negotiator, and award winning public speaker. We break down the pathway to finding comfort and effectiveness in public speaking to positively contribute to society.

Society only improves when people are held accountable. The idea of accountability means accepting something needs to change or deliberately acting to sustain a positive condition. What do you do when you find yourself in a position where the obstacles to a better circumstance is a person of authority? In this episode, Major General Retire John Gronski shares the tools needed to speak truth to pow...

Our society is slowly unplugging from humanity and plugging more into cyberspace. The social break down is so ingrained into our habits that most haven’t even noticed the increased dependency on technology and reduction of social interactions. Behaviors have become increasingly algorithmic and susceptible to psychological manipulation using the screens we interface with daily. In this episode we d...

Understanding the “how” is equally as important as understanding the “why”. In this episode I provide some insights of the proper steps to take when entering the crypto market. This is the final episode in this three part series. If you are interested in more content around this topic leave a comment.

100% disabled veteran, Nicholas David, was the victim of a crypto scam losing over $14,000. In this episode, he joins us to tell his story to prevent others from making the same mistakes. Although he is an IT professional, effective social engineering allowed bad actors to exploit his interests in cryptocurrency.

Disclaimer: this podcast episode should not be considered financial advice, do your own research. Everyday we interact with a tool called money without considering “what is money?”. How did we land on the idea that a piece of paper with a printed number on it would have an acceptable associated value to allow it to be traded for a house? Sounds crazy when you think about it! In this episode we exp...

In this episode we chat with 20 year Army Veteran David Mew as he discusses how he conquered life’s challenges and achieved unparalleled success. He defied the odds of becoming a statistic in his community and shares some eye opening mindsets for those who believe they cannot defy their perceived limitations.

During the 4th of July week there were 364 gun related deaths and 770 injuries. This narrative has become as common as holiday sales advertisements to the extent that people scroll past the news articles without a second thought; we have normalized mass shootings in America. In this episode we unwrap the divisive subject of gun control.

Credit scores are critical to opening doors of financial opportunities. Qualifying for lines of credit to finance major purchases and investment are dependent on good scores. If you are on a credit building, or recovery, journey this podcast will supercharge your effort with solid advice.

In this episode we take a thought journey considering how the revelation of extraterrestrial/extradimentional Non Human Intelligence (NHI) life could change society and perspectives about life purposes.

Warning: This episode contains terms and topics that some may find offensive or uncomfortable. Juneteenth commemorates the formal announcement by Union General Gordon Granger and his troops who sailed into Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865 to announce the end of slavery in Texas. It precedes July 4 which recognizes freedom in America that was not enjoyed by slaves in Galveston until 2.5 years aft...

I dedicate this episode to my dad and In honor of fathers all over the world. Father’s day is a holiday that doesn’t always get the emphasis that it deserves. Many can acknowledge the disproportionate scenarios where men are absent from the household so it’s worth noting the ones who earn the honor to be called dad. In this episode we discuss the impactful roles that Dads play in a child’s life.

Our children are the future, Connecting with them to instill values and shape productive citizens is essential to our society. The erosion that we are witnessing in America with the increasing violence, drug epidemic and social disorders can be attributed, in some cases, to the lack of deliberate intervention by parents and competition with external influences. In this episode I engage with my tee...

Setbacks are an expected part of life. However, people become discouraged due to the perception that they alone must navigate misfortune while other soar to success without issues. In this episode, I discuss setbacks that I experienced in my personal and professional life and how I overcame them to achieve success.

In this episode we discuss the challenges of the generational gaps in the workplace. I peel back some stories from my Military career to bring context of suggested solutions to listeners. I also reveal a recent story of the law of attraction at work in my life since the last episode of “Breaking Through Career Barriers”.