From Marine to Police Officer: Mike’s Journey Through War, Burnout, and Mental Health Struggles on the Road to Healing | Part 2 of One of Our Most Powerful Stories Yet

This is Part 2 of Mike’s story. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there — it’s one of the most powerful interviews we’ve ever released. 

Mike’s journey continues as he returns home from war and trades one uniform for another — stepping into the world of law enforcement alongside his twin brother. But the battle didn’t end overseas. In this episode, Mike opens up about FTO trauma, burnout, panic attacks, and the mental toll of life behind the badge. 

From SWAT team camaraderie to therapy breakthroughs, this is a brutally honest look at the cost of service — and the road to healing. 

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