Ep. 15: Veterans' Housing Solutions, Ethan Hawke on Spirituality, Women's Sobriety Triumphs

In episode 15, Cary Harrison and Ashley Neal explore topics that are often shoved under the rug, buried under several layers of societal stigmas and misconceptions. This episode features Mike Schmidt, an entrepreneur working for a noble cause to help house thousands of our vets. Then, actor Ethan Hawke discusses spirituality, Sci-Fi and the role of truth as Cary highlights the streaming Predestination (Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Apple TV). Reboot Your Life! culminates in an intimate and revealing recovery story from Willow, who shares her journey from a life marred by alcoholism, cancer, relationship challenges, and personal trauma to rediscovery and healing through art and a return to her passions.

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## Veterans Finding a Home with ‘Tiny Housing’

Mike Schmidt is no stranger to homelessness among veterans. As a solution to this problem, he suggests an innovative approach: tiny housing. Based in Colorado, Schmidt delves into how tiny homes can be a great alternative to traditional houses for veterans transitioning back into civilian life or after rehab. Many vets face difficulties related to affordable housing and career transition.

He elaborates on how Tiny Housing presents an inexpensive construction solution by building smaller home communities. Consequently, this empowers veterans by offering them an affordable and practical housing solution while fostering a sense of community connection. Schmidt emphasizes that his company, Ensemble Ventures, LLC, focuses on implementing microgrids, solar energy, and other sustainable utilities to make this housing model viable, affordable, and environment-friendly.

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## Reflection on Spirituality with Ethan Hawke

Four-time Oscar nominee, Ethan Hawke, in a one-on-one with Cary Harrison offers his profound insights on spirituality, truth, and the art of Sci-fi. His powerful movie, Predestination is currently streaming on Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Apple TV, among others. Hawke, recognizing the power of truth and storytelling, he advocates for honesty as a way of navigating our human existence. Be it a religious narrative, philosophical discourse, or a science fiction tale, Hawke highlights the powerful impact of science fiction as a vessel for exploring our life’s purpose.

## A Recovery Story from Willow

Completing this episode of transformation is the story of “Willow.” She shares her personal experience of recovery from the tightly gripping claws of addiction, emphasizing the importance of realizing sobriety, seeking help, and ascending t