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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 31 MIN

A Soldier's Journey from Desertion to Redemption

from Strive to Thrive : The Purposely Positive Podcast · host Tony Wechsler

"Duty, Honor, Country" is the sacred motto of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It was adopted in 1898 to represent the essential virtues of a soldier. But what happens when things go wrong, especially under pressure. And can you ever come back from that? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler talks with David Mike. He has an amazing story to tell as we discuss, “A Soldier’s Journey from Desertion to Redemption.” You can find David's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692759204 And on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Dishonor-Audiobook/B0CPG2LXB2?srsltid=AfmBOooSvSI8LpqnFYD4F516se7gdLwl3hU61PNKv-AI1aUQBxpxQkcxAs always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage   BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/  

"Duty, Honor, Country" is the sacred motto of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It was adopted in 1898 to represent the essential virtues of a soldier. But what happens when things go wrong, especially under pressure. And can you ever come back from that? On today’s episode, Tony Wechsler talks with David Mike. He has an amazing story to tell as we discuss, “A Soldier’s Journey from Desertion to Redemption.” You can find David's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692759204 And on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Dishonor-Audiobook/B0CPG2LXB2?srsltid=AfmBOooSvSI8LpqnFYD4F516se7gdLwl3hU61PNKv-AI1aUQBxpxQkcxAs always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage   BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/

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