In this powerful episode, I sit down with Thomas La Grave—a former Navy SEAL and Navy Corpsman who is now a clinical therapist—to explore a story of resilience, redemption, and service.

Thomas opens up about his military background, his battle with addiction, and the turning points that led him on a path to recovery. Through raw honesty and deep insight, he shares the emotional toll of life after service and how seeking help changed everything. Today, he dedicates his life to supporting youth in recovery, using his journey to inspire others.

His book, Special Welfare / Social Warfare, is a compelling look at the emotional wounds many of our nation’s youth carry and the healing possible through compassion and support.

To learn more about Thomas’s work and The Honor Bound Academy — an organization committed to guiding and empowering today’s youth — visit thehonorboundacademy.org. You can also find a link there to order his book.

Thank you, Thomas, for your service, vulnerability, and mission to make a difference.