The Closet, The Stream, and the Savior: A Story of Redemption

"Healed men lead and love differently, father compassionately, serve sacrificially, and live powerfully."  —Don Wood Some moments from childhood stay buried for years, but they keep shaping the way we lead, connect, and protect ourselves. Many of us learned early to hide pain and power through it alone, yet something inside keeps asking for rest and truth. This episode sits in the tension where old wounds and new hope collide. Don shares a childhood story that marked his identity and leadership for decades, then unpacks how a moment of healing later in life reframed everything he believed about protection, belonging, and God's presence. Press play for a story that meets the hidden places many men carry and reminds us that redemption reaches deeper than memory. Topics covered: • How early trauma shapes leadership and identity • The hidden beliefs formed in chaotic homes • The spiritual impact of childhood shame • EMDR and reprocessing pain • A transformative encounter with Jesus by a mountain stream • How healing changes the way men lead, love, and serve Episode Highlights: 02:47 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact  06:37 The Wounds That Follow Into Adulthood 08:01 Discovering EMDR and Therapeutic Healing 10:33 The Transformative Experience by the Stream 14:03 The Call to Help Other Men Meet Your Host:  Don Wood is the founder of Men's Leadership God's Way, where he coaches executives and leaders to achieve clarity, confidence, and peace without sacrificing their health, faith, or family. Drawing from his own journey through adversity, including overcoming addiction, serious health challenges, and personal loss—Don inspires others to lead with conviction and purpose.  His faith-based approach emphasizes transformation, resilience, and the power of vulnerability, helping men discover their unique gifts and live out their calling. Don dedicates himself to preparing leaders to experience genuine success by trusting in God's wisdom and strength.  Website Facebook LinkedIn X YouTube