In 1989, Collier Landry’s life changed in an instant with the sound of two thuds. While he laid in bed cowering, his 11-year-old hands pulling the covers up over his head, he was pretty sure he knew exactly what it was: his father had just murdered his mother.

Collier’s life is a testament to the fact that our most painful experiences can be the source of our greatest strength. In a situation that would have broken most people, young Collier found the courage to stand up in court and provide the crucial testimony that helped convict his father. This act of bravery didn’t just bring a killer to justice; it set the course for the rest of Collier’s life.

His mission is rooted in the belief that “your past does not define your future.” He is a living example of this truth, using his experiences not as a burden but as a tool to empower others.  His work is a powerful reminder that while we can’t always choose what happens to us, we can choose how we respond, and in that choice, we find the strength to transform our pain into purpose.

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Show Notes:

A big thank you to Collier for joining us and sharing your inspiring story. To learn more, follow @collierlandry on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube or his website https://www.collierlandry.com/ 

Watch Collier’s documentary, A Murder in Mansfield: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7561086/ 

“Finding Mom’s Killer” on The Binge network: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-moms-killer/id1811814753 

Collier’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collierlandry 

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Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.

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The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @thenadiaali