From Combat to Coffee: Damien Celaya on Service, Struggle & Purpose

From combat to coffee—this is what purpose looks like after service.In this episode of the Peace • Power • & Purpose Podcast, Steve Morris sits down with Damien Celaya, a U.S. Army combat veteran and the owner/operator of Freedom Bear Coffee.Damien shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, opening up about the challenges veterans face after leaving the battlefield and how he built a brand rooted in resilience, humor, and brotherhood.This conversation dives into military transition, veteran mental health, identity, and purpose—and what it takes to keep moving forward when the mission changes.Freedom Bear Coffee isn’t just a business—it’s a community built on discipline, connection, and supporting those who have served.If you’re a veteran, entrepreneur, or someone navigating life after adversity, this episode will hit home.Connect with Damien Celaya / Freedom Bear CoffeeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedombearcoffee