The Collective

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb and Alan for a discussion on the duality of man and the dichotomy of violence. We talked about how a life without violence would be ideal but impractical as there are many who use violence for nefarious purposes and as such, there must be those that are willing to use violence in the defence of others. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntay...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss the game of life and that if you wanna play the game you gotta pay. Each of us has the opportunity every day to buy into their own life and seek their best self, but we must be willing to pay the price to get there! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #no...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Sach for a discussion on Chance and the way in which he represents himself. To tell others to challenge themselves without actually challenging yourself is to be hypocritical. Sach and Shaun called out Chance on his excuses and pushed him to strive for better. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Sach - @sach.in.mot...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Tyler for a discussion on regulating oneself and providing tools to others to help. We discussed leaving the military, the struggles therein, and how to develop the skills to be regulated. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Tyler - @backazimuthsolutions #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss disappointment. We talk about what disappointment is and how it affects our lives. Disappointment is a part of life and is a tool to be utilized, once it is recognized as such. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #podcast #...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a discussion on what we do when no on is looking. We talk about the moral implications of being accountable to yourself because at the end of the day when there is no one is watching, we are watching ourselves. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Shane and David for a discussion on what Rock bottom means to them. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Shane - @shanewenzel David - @unravelingmadnessbook #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #podcast #infantry #airborne #pathfinder #jtf2 #specialforces...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a discussion on what the collective is and where its headed. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #podcast #infantry #airborne #pathfinder #jtf2 #specialforces #sniper #sappersleadtheway #army...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Corey for a discussion on Hollywood, Choices, and D&D. The delta between hitting the mark and not comes down to choice. Choosing to insert agendas, drama, violence, etc... can elevate and/or detract from the original concept. Its all a choice. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Corey - @madhatterindustries #vet...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance have a discussion on Sacrifice and leadership. We talked about family vacations as an allegory and how these trips can highlight the challenges of leading/managing the sacrifices throughout. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #pod...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Rebecca for a discussion on Strength and Conditioning. We talk about what strength is physically, mentally, and how to blend the two into overall strength! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Rebecca - @rebecca.rouse #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Jeff for a discussion on the "The Story." We talked about the stories we tell ourselves and the affect they have on how we interact with our world. The story of our life is created by the experiences we have and how we integrate those stories into our future. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Jeff -  @th...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Dr. Carlos once again for a discussion on Trauma and Bonding. We talked about the difference between trauma bonding and bonding through shared hardship differ. In order to heal our wounds we need to share a bond with those we help and those we get help from as without it we can't be honest with ourselves. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shau...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Tanya and Andrew for a discussion on the Process. We talked about what the process is to us all and what we have learned from our experiences utilizing it. We also explored some ways to make our process better through a continuously seeking betterment. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Tanya - @supersaiyanmagical...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Seb for a discussion on his initiative to hold a mental health walk every 2 weeks. We talked about how its evolved and developed into what it is now after 30+ walks. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #too...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss Kuzushi, which is a Japanese term for unbalancing an opponent. It consists of pulling or pushing an opponent to destabilize him/her and can also be achieved by breaking the opponent's rhythm, fake attacks, strikes, changes of body position or grip. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshel...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a discussion on speaking. We talked about our experience in learning how to speak in public as well as how we continue to learn, grow and build our speaking skills through review and reflection. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss his entrance into coffee. We talk about Chance's first couple days into making coffee with the V60 technique and some interesting developments into a possible "Collective Coffee" Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #to...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Meaghen for a discussion on the benefits of training martial arts. We discussed some of the issues faced by women in the sport as well as some thoughts on how to get more people training! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Meaghen - @ninjagirlmma #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss coffee and books. We talk about Chance's foray into making good coffee with his new grinder in place. The discussion delved in to reading and learning and the interconnections between both. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #t...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Gerard for a discussion on letting go. We talked about some thoughts to help let go and some allegories to skydiving at Op Pegasus Jump. Letting go can be really challenging and sometimes really easy but it always must be done with intention! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Gerard - @gerardmoores #veteran #vete...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance were joined by Seb, Brian, Jackie, and Lyn for a discussion on TBIs (Traumatic Brain Injuries). We talked about some of the causal factors of TBIs, what the differences are between major/minor TBIs, as well as some the symptomatology of each. We also discussed the research project being run through McMaster University to find a pathway to betterment for thos...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Sach for a discussion on Chance's dietary choices. We dove into Chance's habits and his nutritional failings both past and present. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Sach - @sach.in.motion #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #podcast #infantry...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Glenn and Seb for a discussion on balance. We talked about how at times we get in our own way when seeking balance and make macro adjustments rather than micro adjustments and vice-versa. Seeking balance at times requires many adjustments but always requires self awareness. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance discuss some questions on evaluations and evaluating. We talked about how the systems that are built to be about merit can be utilized in a skewed manner for those that do the minimum standard. Each of us can set our own standard, and if we lead by example, than our standard will be our best! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles #...