How do you rebuild after loss? How do you find meaning after your world has been shattered?

In this powerful episode, Craig and Ben sit down with Mike Neff, a Marine Veteran and therapist, to discuss surviving trauma, rediscovering purpose, and the importance of male friendships in healing.

Mike opens up about his journey through loss, military service, and finding his path as a therapist after struggling with identity, grief, and self-worth. He shares how brotherhood, Jiu-Jitsu, and meaningful conversations with men helped him break cycles and step into a new purpose.

🔥 Topics Covered:

Surviving trauma, grief, and military service
Masculinity & therapy – breaking the stigma
Fatherhood & responsibility – how childhood shapes us as parents
The power of male friendships – why men need other men
Finding meaning & purpose after the military

This is one of the most raw and inspiring conversations we’ve had. If you’ve ever struggled with your past, felt lost, or wondered if healing is possible—this episode is for you.

🎧 Hit play and join us on this journey of growth, vulnerability, and resilience.

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