In this deeply moving episode, former Marine and retired police officer **Alan Lynn** joins Scott and Melissa to share his powerful journey through personal crisis, cancer, divorce, and ultimately, rebirth. Alan opens up about facing rock bottom—confronting suicide, battling leukemia, and losing everything—only to find something greater: *his true self*.

From a man defined by duty and control to someone who now lives with self-love, purpose, and peace, Alan’s story is a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to heal, evolve, and thrive.

🔑 **Top 5 Takeaways:*

Our identity is not your title.

Alan reminds us that our job, status, or uniform doesn't define us. Real peace comes from discovering who you are beneath the labels.

Self-love is where healing starts.

He wasn’t able to help others until he first learned to love and care for himself—and that shift changed everything.

Resilience is a choice.

True resilience isn’t just surviving—it’s learning how to *live and love* again after life knocks you down

Healing is an inside job.

Meditation, breathwork, presence, and surrender became Alan’s essential tools—not just for recovery, but for transformation.

You can rebuild your life at any moment.

Through chaos and crisis, Alan discovered his calling: to help others heal. He’s now writing a book and preparing to lead retreats for veterans and first responders.

Mentioned in the Episode:

* *Living from a Place of Surrender* by Michael Singer

* Eckhart Tolle’s teachings on presence

* Alan’s upcoming book, *Growth Through Chaos* (working title)

* Future wellness retreats for first responders and veterans

🎧 **Listen now on:** Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts

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In this empowering episode of *Rise and Thrive*, Scott and Melissa welcome listeners into a space of vitality, healing, and mindful living. The conversation blends grounding practices with personal growth reflections. They begin with a calming moment of mindfulness and then dive into themes around reclaiming your identity, the transformative power of movement, and the resilience that lives in each of us.

This episode encourages listeners to slow down, connect inward, and find strength in small intentional practices—reminding us that healing is not a destination but a rhythm.

Key Takeaways:

1. Grounding through sound and breath – The episode starts with a moment of mindfulness using a singing bowl, emphasizing how small rituals can ground and center us in chaotic times.

2. Reclaiming identity through movement – Movement isn’t just physical; it’s a way to reconnect with who we are and rewrite our stories.

3. Letting go of old labels – The conversation explores shedding past identities and stepping into a more empowered version of yourself.

In this empowering episode of Rise and Thrive, Scott and Melissa welcome listeners into a space of vitality, healing, and mindful living. The conversation blends grounding practices with personal growth reflections. They begin with a calming moment of mindfulness and then dive into themes around reclaiming your identity, the transformative power of movement, and the resilience that lives in each of us.

This episode encourages listeners to slow down, connect inward, and find strength in small intentional practices—reminding us that healing is not a destination but a rhythm.

Grounding through sound and breath – The episode starts with a moment of mindfulness using a singing bowl, emphasizing how small rituals can ground and center us in chaotic times.

Reclaiming identity through movement – Movement isn’t just physical; it’s a way to reconnect with who we are and rewrite our stories.

Letting go of old labels – The conversation explores shedding past identities and stepping into a more empowered version of yourself.