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The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance

You are at war....with yourself, and likely don’t realize it. Your thoughts, beliefs, habits, and actions often sabotage you. Are they helping you overcome adversity or setting you up for failure? To win this battle you must connect with your inner Warrior. We all have a Warrior within us, one that strengthens our resolve and helps us rise to meet life’s challenges. If you’re just surviving rather than thriving, then it’s time to embrace the Warrior archetype, live the Warrior Ethos, and ascend. If you are a Veteran, First Responder, or someone looking to take charge of your life, find your tribe, and be the hero of your own story then this podcast is for you. -Join Mike Kenny and Matt Hastings, two retired US Army officers who served in US Army Special Forces and Aviation Units, as they share with you the optimal performance practices they learned in their time with the military and Warriors’ Ascent, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps Veterans and First Responders dealing

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    Bent, Not Broken: One Warrior’s Path from Recon to Recovery

    🎙️ Podcast Title: “Bent, Not Broken: One Warrior’s Path from Recon to Recovery” 📝 Episode Description: In this raw and riveting episode, we sit down with Steve Svetzka—a Marine Force Recon veteran, former SWAT officer, and Warriors’ Ascent alumnus—whose journey spans combat zones, city streets, and inner battles with trauma. Steve opens up about the silent wounds he carried for decades, the cost of unresolved pain, and the pivotal moment he chose vulnerability over suppression. From surviving the darkest valleys of PTSD to discovering peace through intentional living, therapy, and brotherhood, Steve's transformation is a testament to resilience and the power of community. You’ll hear firsthand how tools like EMDR therapy, yoga, breathwork, and support networks helped Steve shift from survival mode to purposeful living. If you’ve ever felt “bent” by life’s weight—this episode will show you it’s possible to realign and rise stronger. 🎧 "Bent, Not Broken" is a masterclass in warrior healing, personal accountability, and the courage it takes to truly face yourself.   #WarriorsAscent #VeteranMentalHealth #PTSDRecovery #LawEnforcementSupport  #MarineCorpsVeteran #FirstResponderHealing #TraumaRecoveryJourney #InnerWarrior  #ForceRecon #EMDRTherapy #MentalHealthForHeroes #ResilientVeterans  #IntentionalLiving #VeteranSupportNetwork #SWATToSelfCare  #HealAndThrive #BrotherhoodOfHealing #WarriorEthos #SelfCareForSurvivors  #BendDontBreak

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    Bent, Not Broken: One Warrior’s Path from Recon to Recovery

    📝 Episode Description: In this raw and riveting episode, we sit down with Steve Svetzka—a Marine Force Recon veteran, former SWAT officer, and Warriors’ Ascent alumnus—whose journey spans combat zones, city streets, and inner battles with trauma. Steve opens up about the silent wounds he carried for decades, the cost of unresolved pain, and the pivotal moment he chose vulnerability over suppression. From surviving the darkest valleys of PTSD to discovering peace through intentional living, therapy, and brotherhood, Steve's transformation is a testament to resilience and the power of community. You’ll hear firsthand how tools like EMDR therapy, yoga, breathwork, and support networks helped Steve shift from survival mode to purposeful living. If you’ve ever felt “bent” by life’s weight—this episode will show you it’s possible to realign and rise stronger. 🎧 "Bent, Not Broken" is a masterclass in warrior healing, personal accountability, and the courage it takes to truly face yourself. #WarriorsAscent #VeteranMentalHealth #PTSDRecovery #LawEnforcementSupport  #MarineCorpsVeteran #FirstResponderHealing #TraumaRecoveryJourney #InnerWarrior  #ForceRecon #EMDRTherapy #MentalHealthForHeroes #ResilientVeterans  #IntentionalLiving #VeteranSupportNetwork #SWATToSelfCare  #HealAndThrive #BrotherhoodOfHealing #WarriorEthos #SelfCareForSurvivors  #BendDontBreak

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    Behind the Badge: Law Enforcement, Leadership, and Mental Health with Major Marissa Barnes

    In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Major Marissa Barnes of the Kansas City Police Department—board member, leader, and 22-year veteran of the force. Marissa shares hard-won insights into the emotional toll of policing, the unique challenges officers face balancing trauma and family life, and why Warriors’ Ascent’s mission is personal for her. From bridging social work and law enforcement to advocating for mental health within the ranks, Marissa’s story is a must-hear for first responders, supporters, and anyone who believes in protecting those who protect us. #WarriorsAscent #WarriorEthos #LawEnforcementWellness #FirstResponderSupport #BehindTheBadge #MentalHealthInUniform #BreakTheStigma #PTSDRecovery #HealingOurHeroes #KCPD #ResilienceInBlue #TraumaRecovery #MindfulnessForOfficers #VeteranAndFirstResponder #StrongerTogether #CommunityHealing #LeadershipInLawEnforcement #WarriorMindset #SupportOurPolice #TransformativeHealing

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    Behind the Badge: Law Enforcement, Leadership, and Mental Health with Major Marissa Barnes

    In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Major Marissa Barnes of the Kansas City Police Department—board member, leader, and 22-year veteran of the force. Marissa shares hard-won insights into the emotional toll of policing, the unique challenges officers face balancing trauma and family life, and why Warriors’ Ascent’s mission is personal for her. From bridging social work and law enforcement to advocating for mental health within the ranks, Marissa’s story is a must-hear for first responders, supporters, and anyone who believes in protecting those who protect us. #WarriorsAscent #WarriorEthos #LawEnforcementWellness #FirstResponderSupport #BehindTheBadge #MentalHealthInUniform #BreakTheStigma #PTSDRecovery #HealingOurHeroes #KCPD #ResilienceInBlue #TraumaRecovery #MindfulnessForOfficers #VeteranAndFirstResponder #StrongerTogether #CommunityHealing #LeadershipInLawEnforcement #WarriorMindset #SupportOurPolice #TransformativeHealing

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    Why Warriors’ Ascent Works: Tools, Tribe, and Transformational Healing

    In this insightful episode, Board Member Siobhan Rudicille—former police officer, military spouse, and financial advisor—joins Matt Hastings to unpack why Warriors’ Ascent is more than a retreat. They discuss the program’s unique mix of evidence-based tools, no-nonsense culture, and lasting community support. Siobhan shares personal stories of how healing ripples through entire families and why mental health care must be seen as strength, not stigma. Whether you’re a veteran, first responder, or ally, this episode challenges assumptions and inspires action for lasting change. #WarriorsAscent #WhyItWorks #HealingInCommunity #WarriorEthos #PTSDRecovery #FirstResponderSupport #VeteranHealing #MindfulnessInUniform #BreakTheStigma #TraumaRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #PeerSupportNetwork #ResilienceTools #NotBroken #TransformativeHealing #SuicidePrevention #VeteranWellness #FirstResponderMentalHealth #StrongerTogether #HealingGenerations

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    Why Warriors’ Ascent Works: Tools, Tribe, and Transformational Healin

    In this insightful episode, Board Member Siobhan Rudicille—former police officer, military spouse, and financial advisor—joins Matt Hastings to unpack why Warriors’ Ascent is more than a retreat. They discuss the program’s unique mix of evidence-based tools, no-nonsense culture, and lasting community support. Siobhan shares personal stories of how healing ripples through entire families and why mental health care must be seen as strength, not stigma. Whether you’re a veteran, first responder, or ally, this episode challenges assumptions and inspires action for lasting change. #WarriorsAscent #WhyItWorks #HealingInCommunity #WarriorEthos #PTSDRecovery #FirstResponderSupport #VeteranHealing #MindfulnessInUniform #BreakTheStigma #TraumaRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #PeerSupportNetwork #ResilienceTools #NotBroken #TransformativeHealing #SuicidePrevention #VeteranWellness #FirstResponderMentalHealth #StrongerTogether #HealingGenerations

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    Behind the Mission: Why Our Board Members Serve

    In this inspiring episode, Warriors’ Ascent welcomes two new Board Members, Mike Pinnell and Matt Panther, to share what fuels their commitment to the mission. From personal family histories of military service to firsthand experiences at Warriors’ Ascent events, Mike and Matt offer powerful insights into why they serve—and how they plan to help the organization grow. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the heart, strategy, and vision driving Warriors’ Ascent forward into a bold new chapter of healing and hope. #WarriorsAscent #MissionDriven #VeteranSupport #FirstResponderWellness #LeadershipWithPurpose #BoardOfDirectors #NonprofitLeadership #ServiceBeforeSelf #HealingOurHeroes #WarriorEthos #BehindTheMission #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAdvocacy #VeteranNonprofit #BrotherhoodInHealing #VeteranMentalHealth #StrategicLeadership #GrowthMindset #TransformativeHealing #StrongerTogether

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    Behind the Mission: Why Our Board Members Serve

    In this inspiring episode, Warriors’ Ascent welcomes two new Board Members, Mike Pinnell and Matt Panther, to share what fuels their commitment to the mission. From personal family histories of military service to firsthand experiences at Warriors’ Ascent events, Mike and Matt offer powerful insights into why they serve—and how they plan to help the organization grow. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the heart, strategy, and vision driving Warriors’ Ascent forward into a bold new chapter of healing and hope. #WarriorsAscent #MissionDriven #VeteranSupport #FirstResponderWellness #LeadershipWithPurpose #BoardOfDirectors #NonprofitLeadership #ServiceBeforeSelf #HealingOurHeroes #WarriorEthos #BehindTheMission #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAdvocacy #VeteranNonprofit #BrotherhoodInHealing #VeteranMentalHealth #StrategicLeadership #GrowthMindset #TransformativeHealing #StrongerTogether

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    Mentors Among Us: Brotherhood, Healing, and the Power of Paying It Forward

    In this episode, Mike Kenny sits down with Brett and Seth—two alumni-turned-mentors whose journeys from trauma to transformation embody the warrior ethos. They reveal what led them to Warriors’ Ascent, how mentorship amplified their healing, and why the “special sauce” of the program is its community of brotherhood and unconditional support. Whether you're on the fence about attending or curious about the power of peer-led healing, this episode is a raw, inspiring look inside.

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    Mentors Among Us: Brotherhood, Healing, and the Power of Paying It Forward

    In this episode, Mike Kenny sits down with Brett and Seth—two alumni-turned-mentors whose journeys from trauma to transformation embody the warrior ethos. They reveal what led them to Warriors’ Ascent, how mentorship amplified their healing, and why the “special sauce” of the program is its community of brotherhood and unconditional support. Whether you're on the fence about attending or curious about the power of peer-led healing, this episode is a raw, inspiring look inside. #WarriorsAscent #WarriorEthos #MentorshipMatters #VeteranSupport #FirstResponderWellness #PostTraumaticGrowth #PTSDRecovery #HealingThroughBrotherhood #MindfulnessInAction #InnerWarrior #ResilienceInUniform #PeerSupport #FromTraumaToTriumph #CommunityHealing #PayItForward #VeteranMentalHealth #FirstResponderSupport #SuicidePrevention #StrengthThroughService #HealingIsPossible  

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    Healing, Leadership, and Impact: Why Strategic Support Matters

    ✅ Strategic partnerships ✅ Community support ✅ The ripple effect of healing ✅ Veteran and first responder mental health ✅ Empowerment and ownership 🎙️ Season 5, Episode 5 – “Healing, Leadership, and Impact: Why Strategic Support Matters” In this episode, host Mike Kenny sits down with Warriors’ Ascent Board Chair Steve Tanner—a national security expert and passionate advocate for veteran mental health—to unpack why strategic partnerships, community engagement, and holistic healing are vital for both mission success and long-term societal well-being. They explore the life-saving impact of Warriors’ Ascent programming through personal stories, research-backed insight, and hard-won experience from the worlds of leadership, national defense, and nonprofit development. From breaking the stigma around mental health to emphasizing mental performance as workforce investment, this episode calls on leaders—especially in military, law enforcement, and first responder circles—to lead with integrity and action. Discover how one veteran’s healing journey can impact hundreds—and why every individual transformation creates a ripple effect across families, organizations, and communities.

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    Healing, Leadership, and Impact: Why Strategic Support Matters

    ✅ Strategic partnerships ✅ Community support ✅ The ripple effect of healing ✅ Veteran and first responder mental health ✅ Empowerment and ownership 🎙️ Season 5, Episode 5 – “Healing, Leadership, and Impact: Why Strategic Support Matters” In this episode, host Mike Kenny sits down with Warriors’ Ascent Board Chair Steve Tanner—a national security expert and passionate advocate for veteran mental health—to unpack why strategic partnerships, community engagement, and holistic healing are vital for both mission success and long-term societal well-being. They explore the life-saving impact of Warriors’ Ascent programming through personal stories, research-backed insight, and hard-won experience from the worlds of leadership, national defense, and nonprofit development. From breaking the stigma around mental health to emphasizing mental performance as workforce investment, this episode calls on leaders—especially in military, law enforcement, and first responder circles—to lead with integrity and action. Discover how one veteran’s healing journey can impact hundreds—and why every individual transformation creates a ripple effect across families, organizations, and communities.

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    Trust the Process

    warrior ethos, inner warrior, veteran support, first responders, optimal performance, warrior ascend, law enforcement, emotional well-being, self-care, mindfulness, mentorship, program impact, selfless service, mental health, community support Episode 4: Trust the Process – Penny Cole’s Journey from Surviving to Thriving In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Penny Cole, a 20-year law enforcement veteran, mentor, and Warriors’ Ascent alum, to discuss her journey from the brink of despair to rediscovering purpose and self-worth. Penny shares raw reflections on emotional burnout, the impact of trauma, and the transformational tools she gained through the program. Together, they explore the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and embracing the inner warrior. If you've ever questioned your worth or hesitated to seek help, this conversation is for you.

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    Trust the Process

    warrior ethos, inner warrior, veteran support, first responders, optimal performance, warrior ascend, law enforcement, emotional well-being, self-care, mindfulness, mentorship, program impact, selfless service, mental health, community support   Episode 4: Trust the Process – Penny Cole’s Journey from Surviving to Thriving In this powerful episode, Matt and Mike sit down with Penny Cole, a 20-year law enforcement veteran, mentor, and Warriors’ Ascent alum, to discuss her journey from the brink of despair to rediscovering purpose and self-worth. Penny shares raw reflections on emotional burnout, the impact of trauma, and the transformational tools she gained through the program. Together, they explore the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and embracing the inner warrior. If you've ever questioned your worth or hesitated to seek help, this conversation is for you.

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    Healing Through Mentorship: Female Warriors Share Their Journey

    #WarriorsAscentPodcast #WarriorSisterhood #FemaleVeteransHealing #PTSDRecoveryJourney #MentorshipMatters #CohortHealing #VeteranSupport #PostTraumaticGrowth #TraumaToTriumph #HealingIsPossible #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthHealing #RestWithoutShame 🎙️ Season 5, Episode 3 – “Mentorship, Healing & the Warrior Sisterhood” In this moving episode recorded live at the Heartland Retreat Center, hosts Mike Kenny and Matt Hastings sit down with Nicole and Kim, two graduates-turned-mentors from Warriors’ Ascent’s all-female Cohort 54. Now back to guide others through the program, they share how their journeys through trauma, transformation, and self-discovery have reshaped their lives—and the lives of those around them. Together, they explore what makes Warriors’ Ascent unique: rest without shame, safe spaces for vulnerability, breathing techniques for anxiety, and a mission-driven identity that empowers veterans and first responders to heal and thrive. They also unpack the power of peer mentorship and the lasting impact of building a tribe where women can be seen, heard, and supported. From surviving suicide loss and childhood trauma to rediscovering purpose and calm, this episode is a call to action for anyone questioning whether healing is possible. It is.

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    Strength, Purpose, and Knowing When to Shift Gears

    #WarriorEthos #LiveWithPurpose #InnerWarrior #MissionDrivenLife #PostTraumaticGrowth #TraumaToTriumph #HealingJourney #RiseAboveTrauma #MindBodyWarrior 🎙️ Season 5, Episode 2 – "Living the Warrior Ethos: Manifesting Strength with Purpose and Integrity" In this compelling episode, Matt and Mike dive deeper into what it truly means to live the Warrior Ethos—not as a concept, but as a way of life. They explore the intersection of purpose, responsibility, and service, sharing powerful reflections on their own military experiences and how the ethos manifests through Warriors’ Ascent’s mission. Whether it's transforming trauma into strength, showing up for others, or doing the inner work of healing, this episode challenges you to live with intentionality, align with your values, and lead with integrity—on and off the battlefield of life.

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    Support, Self-Care, and the Shift Beyond Survival

    #OwnYourJourney #HealingWithPurpose #VeteranVoices #PTSRecovery #LeadWithPurpose #IAmEnough #MindsetMatters #WarriorMindset 🎙️ Season 5, Episode 1 – "Empowerment, Ownership, and the Warrior Ethos" Welcome to Season 5 of the Warriors’ Ascent Podcast. In this opening episode, hosts Matt Hastings and Mike Kenny dive deep into the foundational elements of healing and thriving: empowerment, ownership, and intentional self-care. Recorded from the new headquarters with the support of KC Podcast Studios, this conversation sets the tone for the season by exploring what makes a strong network of support—in organizations, in healing journeys, and in life. From building relationships rooted in ideological alignment to embracing the hard truth that healing requires personal accountability, Mike and Matt unpack the values that define Warriors’ Ascent and the Warrior Ethos. You’ll hear stories from combat and command, powerful reflections on trauma, and insights into what it means to truly lead with purpose—especially when life gets hard. If you’re navigating the challenges of trauma recovery or looking for tools to reconnect with your inner warrior, this episode is your call to action. It’s not just about surviving—it’s about owning your journey and choosing to thrive.

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    Healing Through Mentorship: Female Warriors Share Their Journey

    Keywords:  #Warriors' Ascent podcast  #female veterans PTSD #complex trauma healing #mentorship in recovery #veteran nonprofit support #breathing techniques for anxiety #warrior ethos #PTSD resources for women #cognitive behavioral therapy tools #female first responder trauma #emotional healing journey #mission statement purpose #yoga for PTSD #veteran peer mentorship #inner warrior transformation #self-care for trauma survivors #suicide survivor healing #resilience through trauma #veteran mental health program n this deeply moving episode of the Warriors' Ascent Podcast, hosts Mike Kenny and Matt Hastings sit down with Nicole and Kim, two courageous women who once entered the Warriors' Ascent program at their breaking points—and returned as powerful mentors. Recorded live from the Heartland Retreat Center during Cohort 66 (Female Cohort), they reflect on the long road from trauma to healing. Nicole shares how witnessing a traumatic suicide while working in corrections shattered her world and how Warriors’ Ascent gave her the rest, release, and renewed purpose she never thought possible. Kim opens up about a lifetime of complex trauma, from childhood abuse to surviving an accident that took her father’s life—and how this program led her to emotional breakthrough, inner peace, and even love. Together, they highlight transformative tools like breathing techniques, journaling, mission statements, and yoga that helped them reclaim their identity, connect with others, and thrive. They also speak candidly about what it's like to return as mentors and support a new generation of female veterans and first responders on their healing journey. Whether you’re struggling with PTSD, burnout, or just feeling “not enough,” this episode will move you, inspire you, and remind you that you’re not alone—and you are enough.

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    Strength, Purpose, and Knowing When to Shift Gears

    warrior archetype, psychological construct, warrior ethos, overcoming adversity, military service, warrior mindset, combat experience, warrior persona, warrior values, warrior resilience, warrior ethos, warrior virtues, warrior integration, warrior community, warrior mission Matt Hastings, a former helicopter pilot and board member of Warriors Ascent, shares his transformative journey from military service to seeking help from Warriors Ascent after a difficult transition. He highlights the organization's impact on veterans and first responders, emphasizing the importance of group therapy and multimodal approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. Hastings discusses the challenges of stigma and the need for discovery rather than recovery. He also touches on the organization's fundraising efforts and the significant role of community support in sustaining their mission to help those struggling with PTSD and anxiety.

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    Support, Self-Care, and the Shift Beyond Survival

    Warriors' Ascent, high performance, network of relationships, ideological alignment, positive outcomes, resiliency, empowerment, ownership, self-care, preventative maintenance, mental attitude, trauma, accountability, support network, healing journey. In the first episode of season five of the Warriors Ascent podcast, hosts Mike Kenny and Matt Hastings discuss the importance of building a supportive network of relationships for personal and professional growth. They emphasize the significance of surrounding oneself with positive, solution-oriented individuals who share similar values and philosophies. The conversation highlights the role of empowerment and ownership in personal development, drawing parallels to military leadership and the importance of self-care. They also touch on the challenges of transitioning from a military mindset to one that embraces self-care and the need for a balance between responsibility and accountability. The podcast aims to provide actionable insights and support for veterans and first responders dealing with PTSD.

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    S4_E10_Video_Briana Goff Part 2

    Briana Goff PhD,LCMFT EMDR Certified Therapist EMDR Consultant

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    S4_E_10_Audio_Briana Goff part 2

    Dr. Briana Goff PhD,LCMFT EMDR Certified Therapist EMDR Consultant

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    S4_E9_Video_Dr. Brianna Goff

    Dr. Briana Goff PhD,LCMFT EMDR Certified Therapist EMDR Consultant Author; Bullet Proof Vows

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    S4_E9_Audio_Dr. Briana Goff

    Dr. Briana Goff PhD,LCMFT EMDR Certified Therapist EMDR Consultant

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    S4_E8_Video_Tony Hofman Part 2

    Tony Hofmann Ultramarathon Runner: Leadville Marathon & 100 Miler Founder and Coach of Team Leadville Grit Exemplar

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    S4_E8_Audio_Tony Hofman_Part 2

    Tony Hofmann Ultramarathon Runner: Leadville Marathon & 100 Miler Founder and Coach of Team Leadville Grit Exemplar    

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    S4_E6_Video_Patrick Benson Part 2

    Patrick Benson Patrick joins us to discuss issues relevant to assisting our nation's service people to heal through trauma. He is formerly from a KC local organization utilizing horses to heal invisible wounds. His discussion about how horses keep humans accountable through perception is worth listening. Patrick is on to something new and will be announcing soon, keep tuned here for updates!

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    S4_E6_Audio_Patrick Benson Part 2

    Patrick Benson Patrick joins us to discuss issues relevant to assisting our nation's service people to heal through trauma. He is formerly from a KC local organization utilizing horses to heal invisible wounds. His discussion about how horses keep humans accountable through perception is worth listening. Patrick is on to something new and will be announcing soon, keep tuned here for updates!

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    S4_E5_Audio_Patrick Benson

    Patrick Benson Patrick joins us to discuss issues relevant to assisting our nation's service people to heal through trauma. He is formerly from a KC local organization utilizing horses to heal invisible wounds. His discussion about how horses keep humans accountable through perception is worth listening. Patrick is on to something new and will be announcing soon, keep tuned here for updates!

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    S4_E5_Video_Patrick Benson

    Patrick Benson Patrick joins us to discuss issues relevant to assisting our nation's service people to heal through trauma. He is formerly from a KC local organization utilizing horses to heal invisible wounds. His discussion about how horses keep humans accountable through perception is worth listening. Patrick is on to something new and will be announcing soon, keep tuned here for updates!

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    S4_E4_Video_Dave Bellis API

    Dave Bellis Founder, Asset Performance Institute (API) Navy Combat Veteran Warriors' Ascent Alumnus Dave is the founder and operator of Asset Performance Institute United States Navy and Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran Former Contractor and Coach for the United States Army Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program Team Coach in the first implementation of the H2F program for the 101st Airborne Division (AirAssault) The first Human Performance Coach in H2F program history to deploy TDY and train troops overseas (Estonia and Germany) Implemented H2F for the 2-506th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st AirborneDivision (Air Assault) 6+ years in business development with a proven record of success Degrees in both Marketing and Exercise Science from the University of Kansas Biggest take-aways from WA There is a difference between knowing and doing, especially with habits and behavior I learned valuable lessons, thoughts, and processes I had not heard of or considered before (warrior operating system, think fast and slow, 1&2, etc.) Connection is paramount - find your tribe Give yourself grace (hold yourself accountable, but habitually beating yourself up just slow growth and progress) - This allowed me to speed up my personal growth exponentially There is amazing results from quieting the noise and being able to tune out the chaos for moments at a time

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    S4_E4_Audio_Dave Bellis API

    Dave Bellis Founder, Asset Performance Institute (API) Navy Combat Veteran Warriors' Ascent Alumnus Dave is the founder and operator of Asset Performance Institute United States Navy and Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran Former Contractor and Coach for the United States Army Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program Team Coach in the first implementation of the H2F program for the 101st Airborne Division (AirAssault) The first Human Performance Coach in H2F program history to deploy TDY and train troops overseas (Estonia and Germany) Implemented H2F for the 2-506th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st AirborneDivision (Air Assault) 6+ years in business development with a proven record of success Degrees in both Marketing and Exercise Science from the University of Kansas Biggest take-aways from WA There is a difference between knowing and doing, especially with habits and behavior I learned valuable lessons, thoughts, and processes I had not heard of or considered before (warrior operating system, think fast and slow, 1&2, etc.) Connection is paramount - find your tribe Give yourself grace (hold yourself accountable, but habitually beating yourself up just slow growth and progress) - This allowed me to speed up my personal growth exponentially There is amazing results from quieting the noise and being able to tune out the chaos for moments at a time

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    S4_E3_Video Tony Hofmann

    Tony Hofmann US Army Engineer, COL (R) Former Warriors' Ascent Board Chairman USMA, West Point 1990 Army Engineer (Ranger) Retired Colonel Interests Army personnel transition to the workforce Stopping Veteran Suicide      

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    S4_E3_Audio_Tony Hofmann

    Tony Hofmann US Army Engineer, COL (R) Former Warriors' Ascent Board Chairman USMA, West Point 1990 Army Engineer (Ranger) Retired Colonel Interests Army personnel transition to the workforce Stopping Veteran Suicide   DEDICATION In memory of MSgt Ryan Timothy Sipes October 14, 1982 - April 12, 2024      

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    S4_E2_Video_Amy Schonhoff

    Amy Schonhoff Join us for a second episode with our Mindfulness superstar. We can only scratch the surface of all the great stuff she brings to our 5 day seminar.

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    S4_E1_Video_Amy Schonhoff

    Amy Schonhoff www.mindfulheartland.com The IAA Model of Mindfulness (Shapiro) Intention, Attention, Attitude   Amy Schonhoff from Mindfulness in the Heartland is one of the valued providers that brings her expertise and dedication to our Warriors.     

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    S4_E1_Audio_Amy Schonhoff

    Amy Schonhoff www.mindfulheartland.com The IAA Model of Mindfulness (Shapiro) Intention, Attention, Attitude   Amy Schonhoff from Mindfulness in the Heartland is one of the valued providers that brings her expertise and dedication to our Warriors.     

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    S3_E10_Christy Cook_Operations Director

    Christy Cook Operations Director Join as we have a deep discussion with our amazing and dedicated Operations Director, Christy Cook. She brings passion and commitment to this organization due to her experience in the Non-Profit world and caring about others. Another thing that brings her experience to our gain is that she has been a military spouse for over 20 years supporting her Warrior, Jim through his dedicated service to our nation. 

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    S3_E10_Audio_Christy Cook

    Christy Cook Operations Director Join as we have a deep discussion with our amazing and dedicated Operations Director, Christy Cook. She brings passion and commitment to this organization due to her experience in the Non-Profit world and caring about others. Another thing that brings her experience to our gain is that she has been a military spouse for over 20 years supporting her Warrior, Jim through his dedicated service to our nation. 

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    S3_E9_Audio_Tammy Brown Outreach Coordinator

    Tammy Brown is well known and well respected by the alumni of Warriors' Ascent. She is our Outreach Coordinator and registers our Warriors for our course. She has the best empathy and generosity, she is kind and gets the job done like no other. Please meet Tammy Brown!

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    S3_E9_Video_Tammy Brown Outreach Coordinator

    Tammy Brown is well known to the alumni and those applying to attend a five day workshop with Warriors' Ascent. She is the voice, she has the compassion, and she can get the right people in the right spot when needed. She is a star on the team. Tammy Brown

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    S3_E8_Video_Jeff Miner_Performance Anxiety

    Jeff Miner Triumph Performance Institute  www.triumphperformanceinstitute.com Performance Anxiety   WHAT Skills: - Observe - Describe - Participate   HOW Skills: - One-Mindfully - Non-Judgmentally - Effectively  

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    S3_E8_Audio_ Jeff Miner_Performance Anxiety

    Jeff Miner Triumph Performance Institute  www.triumphperformanceinstitute.com Performance Anxiety

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    S3_E7_Video_Jeff Miner_Limiting Beliefs

    Jeff Miner is our pro we call on to assist Veterans and First Responders on many topics. One of many is: Limiting beliefs: what they are, how they effect us, how we can overcome them, and sustain that into the future.   www.triumphperformanceinstitute.com 

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    S3_E7_Audio_Jeff Miner_Limiting Beliefs

    Jeff Miner   Limiting Beliefs   www.triumphperformanceinstitute.com  

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    S3_E6_Audio_Anna_Savianno_Interpersonal_Effectiveness

    Anna Savianno Interpersonal Effectiveness   www.heartlandtherapyconnection.com

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    S3_E6_Video_Anna_Savianno_Interpersonal_Effectiveness

    Anna Savianno Interpersonal Effectiveness Acronym GIVE FAST - Be open minded :) be Gentle act Interested Validation Easy Manner   be Fair no Apologies Stick to your values Tell the truth   Heartlandtherapyconnection.com  

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You are at war....with yourself, and likely don’t realize it. Your thoughts, beliefs, habits, and actions often sabotage you. Are they helping you overcome adversity or setting you up for failure? To win this battle you must connect with your inner Warrior. We all have a Warrior within us, one that strengthens our resolve and helps us rise to meet life’s challenges. If you’re just surviving rather than thriving, then it’s time to embrace the Warrior archetype, live the Warrior Ethos, and ascend. If you are a Veteran, First Responder, or someone looking to take charge of your life, find your tribe, and be the hero of your own story then this podcast is for you. -Join Mike Kenny and Matt Hastings, two retired US Army officers who served in US Army Special Forces and Aviation Units, as they share with you the optimal performance practices they learned in their time with the military and Warriors’ Ascent, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps Veterans and First Responders dealing

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How many episodes does The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance have?

The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance currently has 50 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance about?

You are at war....with yourself, and likely don’t realize it. Your thoughts, beliefs, habits, and actions often sabotage you. Are they helping you overcome adversity or setting you up for failure? To win this battle you must connect with your inner Warrior. We all have a Warrior within us, one that...

How often does The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance release new episodes?

The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance has 50 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance?

The Warrior’s Ascent Podcast: From Healing to High-Performance is created and hosted by Warrior’s Ascent.
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