Are you ready to explore the journey from addiction to healing, spiritual awakening, and personal transformation? In this episode, I sit down with Thomas J. LaGrave Jr.—former Navy SEAL, youth social worker, author, and clinical therapist—to discuss overcoming addiction, the power of self-reflection, and helping the next generation thrive.

Tom shares his raw and inspiring story: from a turbulent family life and military service, through addiction, relapse, and the dark night of the soul, to finding purpose in helping others. This conversation dives deep into spiritual and mystical themes, the hero’s journey, mindfulness, and the importance of forgiveness, self-love and authenticity.

If you’re seeking wisdom on breaking free from destructive patterns, supporting youth, or navigating your own spiritual path, this episode is for you.

Don’t miss this deep dive into the power of transformation, resilience, and awakening.

Chapters & Timestamps

00:00 – Tom’s Early Life: Family, Addiction, and Lessons Learned

01:33 – Entering Recovery: The Turning Point

03:33 – Relapse, Spiritual Crisis, and the Power of Choice

05:27 – Introduction to the Show & Guest

07:34 – Tom’s Background: Navy SEAL, Youth Work, and Writing

10:54 – Defining Wisdom and the Big Picture

13:58 – Tom’s Teenage Years: Insecurity and Addiction

16:24 – Family Dynamics, Empathy, and Military Influence

21:26 – Military Career: Navy SEALs, Challenges, and Discharge

28:38 – Travels, Life After the Military, and Facing Civilian Life

31:00 – The Path to Sobriety: Working with Youth

33:50 – Reflecting on the Past: Healing Childhood Wounds

35:34 – Relapse at 60: Suicidal Thoughts and Spiritual Awakening

40:15 – The 12 Steps: Coming to Terms and Making Amends

47:00 – Therapy Tools: CBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness

53:03 – Spiritual Practices, Kundalini, and Cautionary Advice

55:54 – Summary: Authenticity, Helping Others, and Life Purpose

1:01:44 – Where to Find Tom & Closing Thoughts

Guest:

Thomas J. LaGrave Jr.

Website: https://honorboundacademy.org

Author, Clinical Therapist, Former Navy SEAL, Youth Social Worker

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