Achieving big goals starts with a roadmap, but the journey isn’t always a straight line. Life has its twists and turns, and sometimes, Plan A just doesn’t cut it. In today’s episode, we’re exploring how to set meaningful goals, adapt when challenges arise, and reflect on your progress to stay on course. We’ll hear from inspiring guests who’ve walked this path, sharing their wisdom on staying focused, embracing change, and finding success even in unexpected ways. To listen to the full episode, pl...
Jan 29, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Resilience can be taught, practiced, and strengthened—and in this episode, we zero in on mindset as the secret weapon to navigate stress, trauma, and unexpected obstacles. Learn about mindful living techniques, self-talk strategies, and resourceful problem-solving approaches that veterans and first responders have successfully used to overcome adversity. If you’re looking to hardwire positivity, relentlessly pursue solutions, and keep your spirits high, this episode will empower you to make the ...
Jan 22, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 134
We spotlight the power of community in accelerating both personal and collective healing. From peer-led support groups to unlikely friendships, discover how connecting with others can foster motivation, accountability, and hope. Perfect for those looking to combat isolation, this episode explores real stories of veterans, first responders, and civilians who found renewed purpose by joining forces with like-minded peers to tackle mental health challenges and life transitions. To listen to the ful...
Jan 15, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 133
In this episode, we dive deeper into sustainable habit formation that fuels physical health, mental resilience, and personal growth. Explore practical tips to maintain momentum after the initial New Year’s motivation wears off, including creative ways to incorporate daily movement and positive routines. To listen to the full episode, please visit our Patreon . Join the 1 Mile 1 Veteran virtual walking group on Strava! 1 Mile 1 Veteran Show Notes...
Jan 08, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 132
In this episode, host Danny Mayberry reflects on the experiences of 2024 and shares valuable strategies for building mental resilience as we approach 2025. The discussion emphasizes the importance of small yet impactful practices, supportive networks, and a fresh perspective on overcoming challenges. Listeners will gain insights into celebrating progress, tackling obstacles, and creating a clear plan for a confident start to the new year. To listen to the full episode, please visit our Patreon ....
Jan 01, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 131
In this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, Leigh Anne steps in as host while Danny takes a much-needed break to recharge. As the holiday season approaches, Leigh Anne discusses the often-overlooked issue of burnout, especially during a time that's meant for joy and connection. She explores the signs of burnout versus regular stress, emphasizing the overwhelming feelings of exhaustion, frustration, and hopelessness that can arise. Listeners will learn about the importance of recognizing the...
Dec 25, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Part 2: In this episode of 1 Mile 1 Veteran, we explore the powerful story of Becky Ellis, author of the memoir "Little Avalanches." Becky shares her journey as the daughter of a decorated World War II combat sergeant, highlighting the complexities of growing up in the shadow of her father's traumatic experiences. She delves into the concept of intergenerational trauma, explaining how her father's unarticulated experiences shaped her childhood and led to a cycle of secondary trauma. This episode...
Dec 18, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Part 1: In this episode of 1 Mile 1 Veteran, we explore the powerful story of Becky Ellis, author of the memoir "Little Avalanches." Becky shares her journey as the daughter of a decorated World War II combat sergeant, highlighting the complexities of growing up in the shadow of her father's traumatic experiences. She delves into the concept of intergenerational trauma, explaining how her father's unarticulated experiences shaped her childhood and led to a cycle of secondary trauma. This episode...
Dec 18, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Part 2: In this episode, we welcome back Navy veteran Jenna Carlton, founder of the Millennial Veterans Facebook group and Instagram community. Jenna discusses the unique challenges and opportunities veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. She shares insights from her work in advocating for mental health and community support. The conversation highlights Jenna's dedication to empowering younger veterans through storytelling and connection. Join us as we explore the importance of takin...
Dec 11, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Part 1: In this episode, we welcome back Navy veteran Jenna Carlton, founder of the Millennial Veterans Facebook group and Instagram community. Jenna discusses the unique challenges and opportunities veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. She shares insights from her work in advocating for mental health and community support. The conversation highlights Jenna's dedication to empowering younger veterans through storytelling and connection. Join us as we explore the importance of takin...
Dec 11, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Part 2: In this episode, we sit down with Darrell Utt, a former Green Beret whose remarkable journey exemplifies the essence of grit. Darrell shares his experiences from his upbringing in Huntington, West Virginia, to leading high-stakes missions in some of the world's most challenging environments. With a distinguished military career marked by humility, discipline, and strategic brilliance, he earned numerous accolades, including five Bronze Stars. Darrell emphasizes the importance of mentorsh...
Dec 04, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Part 1: In this episode, we sit down with Darrell Utt, a former Green Beret whose remarkable journey exemplifies the essence of grit. Darrell shares his experiences from his upbringing in Huntington, West Virginia, to leading high-stakes missions in some of the world's most challenging environments. With a distinguished military career marked by humility, discipline, and strategic brilliance, he earned numerous accolades, including five Bronze Stars. Darrell emphasizes the importance of mentorsh...
Dec 04, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 127
In this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we explore the transformative power of gratitude and its significance in our daily lives. Danny reflects on his personal journey with gratitude, moving beyond the traditional practice of sharing what we are thankful for during Thanksgiving. He emphasizes how practicing gratitude has reshaped his perspective, enabling him to view challenges as opportunities for growth. The episode highlights the importance of being grateful not only for the good ti...
Nov 27, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Part 2: In this inspiring episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, financial educator and entrepreneur Mark Matson shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading voice in financial empowerment. Mark reflects on how upbringing shapes our relationship with money, explores the concept of "money demons," and offers insights on shifting to a more empowering financial mindset. He emphasizes gratitude, self-responsibility, purpose, and the importance of resilience during life transitio...
Nov 20, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 125
Part 1: In this inspiring episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, financial educator and entrepreneur Mark Matson shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading voice in financial empowerment. Mark reflects on how upbringing shapes our relationship with money, explores the concept of "money demons," and offers insights on shifting to a more empowering financial mindset. He emphasizes gratitude, self-responsibility, purpose, and the importance of resilience during life transitio...
Nov 20, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 125
Part 2: In this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we welcome Amy Forsythe, a dedicated combat correspondent and U.S. Marine Corps veteran with nearly 18 years of service, including five deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Transitioning to the U.S. Navy Reserve in 2010, Amy now serves as a public affairs officer, using her platform to share impactful narratives that honor and uplift others. We explore her book, "Heroes Live Here," which pays tribute to Camp Pendleton Marines post-9/11, of...
Nov 13, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Part 1: In this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we welcome Amy Forsythe, a dedicated combat correspondent and U.S. Marine Corps veteran with nearly 18 years of service, including five deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Transitioning to the U.S. Navy Reserve in 2010, Amy now serves as a public affairs officer, using her platform to share impactful narratives that honor and uplift others. We explore her book, "Heroes Live Here," which pays tribute to Camp Pendleton Marines post-9/11, of...
Nov 13, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Part 2: Navy veteran Tony Coffield and travel influencer Sarah Fiksdahl, known as The Detour Duo, share their journey of embracing full-time travel. After selling their possessions and launching a YouTube channel during the pandemic, they transitioned from traditional careers to digital nomads, exploring destinations like Guatemala, Iceland, and Slovenia. They reflect on the power of vulnerability, the lessons learned on the road, and the importance of kindness across cultures. Through their sto...
Nov 06, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Part 1: Navy veteran Tony Coffield and travel influencer Sarah Fiksdahl, known as The Detour Duo, share their journey of embracing full-time travel. After selling their possessions and launching a YouTube channel during the pandemic, they transitioned from traditional careers to digital nomads, exploring destinations like Guatemala, Iceland, and Slovenia. They reflect on the power of vulnerability, the lessons learned on the road, and the importance of kindness across cultures. Through their sto...
Nov 06, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Part 2: In this episode Dr. Mary Kelly, a former U.S. Navy commander and accomplished author, discusses the importance of leadership in times of uncertainty. With over 20 years of military experience and multiple advanced degrees, Mary shares her insights on transforming challenges into opportunities through a mindset of optimism. She emphasizes the significance of looking at difficult situations and believing in the power to improve them. Listeners can expect to gain valuable tips on cultivatin...
Oct 30, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Part 1: In this episode Dr. Mary Kelly, a former U.S. Navy commander and accomplished author, discusses the importance of leadership in times of uncertainty. With over 20 years of military experience and multiple advanced degrees, Mary shares her insights on transforming challenges into opportunities through a mindset of optimism. She emphasizes the significance of looking at difficult situations and believing in the power to improve them. Listeners can expect to gain valuable tips on cultivatin...
Oct 30, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Part 2: A former Marine, ultrarunner, and entrepreneur, Alan shares his insights on mental toughness, perseverance, and the importance of breaking challenges into manageable pieces. He reflects on his experiences in the Marine Corps, the leadership lessons he learned, and how they shaped his approach to both life and business. Alan discusses the profound connection between physical fitness and mental health, revealing how running became a vital outlet for him after his deployments. He also share...
Oct 23, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 121
Part 1: A former Marine, ultrarunner, and entrepreneur, Alan shares his insights on mental toughness, perseverance, and the importance of breaking challenges into manageable pieces. He reflects on his experiences in the Marine Corps, the leadership lessons he learned, and how they shaped his approach to both life and business. Alan discusses the profound connection between physical fitness and mental health, revealing how running became a vital outlet for him after his deployments. He also share...
Oct 23, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 121
Part 2: In this inspiring episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we hear from Danielle Green, a remarkable individual whose journey is defined by resilience, service, and purpose. Growing up in Chicago, Danielle's determination led her to earn a basketball scholarship to the University of Notre Dame, where she excelled as a top scorer. Her desire to serve others propelled her to join the U.S. Army as a military police officer. However, her life took a dramatic turn when she was severely injure...
Oct 16, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Part 1: In this inspiring episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we hear from Danielle Green, a remarkable individual whose journey is defined by resilience, service, and purpose. Growing up in Chicago, Danielle's determination led her to earn a basketball scholarship to the University of Notre Dame, where she excelled as a top scorer. Her desire to serve others propelled her to join the U.S. Army as a military police officer. However, her life took a dramatic turn when she was severely injure...
Oct 16, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Part 2: Jeremy Stalnecker shares his remarkable journey from serving as a Marine Corps infantry officer to becoming a dedicated leader and co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation. He discusses the importance of accepting personal responsibility and the mindset shifts necessary to transform life's challenges into meaningful experiences. Jeremy reflects on his own struggles with identity and purpose after returning from Iraq, emphasizing the significance of faith and community in the healing proc...
Oct 09, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 119
Part 1: Jeremy Stalnecker shares his remarkable journey from serving as a Marine Corps infantry officer to becoming a dedicated leader and co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation. He discusses the importance of accepting personal responsibility and the mindset shifts necessary to transform life's challenges into meaningful experiences. Jeremy reflects on his own struggles with identity and purpose after returning from Iraq, emphasizing the significance of faith and community in the healing proc...
Oct 09, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 119
In this episode, Danny reflects on his journey over the past year, sharing six key lessons learned about personal growth and resilience. He emphasizes the importance of simplifying life by removing distractions, focusing on primary objectives, and managing transitions effectively. The conversation highlights the value of patience during challenging times and the realization that perfection is not the goal—making consistent progress is what truly matters. Additionally, Danny answers questions fro...
Oct 02, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 118
Part 2: Vernard Hines, The Laugh Therapist, shares his inspiring journey from serving over 20 years in the U.S. Army to becoming a certified peer recovery specialist. After facing his own struggles with PTSD and contemplating suicide, he discovered the healing power of humor and therapy. Vernard discusses his mission to de-stigmatize mental health challenges, particularly among veterans, through laughter. He highlights his involvement with USAA's We Face the Fight campaign and the launch of his ...
Sep 25, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Part 1: Vernard Hines, The Laugh Therapist, shares his inspiring journey from serving over 20 years in the U.S. Army to becoming a certified peer recovery specialist. After facing his own struggles with PTSD and contemplating suicide, he discovered the healing power of humor and therapy. Vernard discusses his mission to de-stigmatize mental health challenges, particularly among veterans, through laughter. He highlights his involvement with USAA's We Face the Fight campaign and the launch of his ...
Sep 25, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 117
