Fighting for my life

There was a time when my life was defined by purpose. I was traveling the country and internationally through professional wrestling, making music, working in cinematography and media production, creating content, helping promote other people's dreams, and building a career that I was proud of. I had goals, momentum, and a future I believed in.Over the last several years, my life has changed in ways I never imagined. I've found myself feeling increasingly isolated and under constant stress. I've become preoccupied with encounters and situations that I believe are connected to the problems I've been documenting. Whether it's unusual interactions, people who seem to focus their attention on me, or events that leave me questioning what's happening, the emotional toll has been overwhelming.One thing I have fought to protect is my sobriety and my freedom. I have no desire to be drawn into conflict, violence, or any situation that could cost me everything I've worked to rebuild. I've made a conscious effort to walk away, stay disciplined, and avoid reacting out of anger, even during moments when I felt pushed to my limits.This episode isn't about revenge or creating more division. It's about explaining how these experiences have affected my life, how much I've lost, and why I continue documenting what I've experienced. My hope is that by sharing my story honestly, people will better understand the impact prolonged fear and uncertainty can have on a person's life.This is my story. This is why I keep speaking. This is the Citizen Soldier Podcast.