Richard Kaufman had it all figured out. After a medical discharge from the military, he would drive his truck at 100 mph along the The NJ Turnpike, and let his Dodge Ram 1500 hit a concrete pylon, ending his life.

But a song on the radio by George Strait, "I Saw God Today," changed the direction of his life. Today Richard has one of the top 10 veteran's support podcasts in the world.

Legally blind, Richard shares his journey from his book A Hero's Journey to getting clean and sober, and how his family protects his "blind spots."

If you are a veteran, THIS is the episode for you...

ABOUT RICHARD KAUFMAN:

Richard Kaufman is a 23 year career in the military, as a Calvary Scout and specialized in destroying enemy positions. In Civilian life Richard worked for 30 years for GNC working his way up within the company to become regional manager.

Like many veterans Richard fell into substance abuse, yet today is 32 years clean and sober…Richard's mission is to help people find their purpose and mission in life, and to overcome adversity and achieve their goals.

Comeback Coach, and the author of A Heroes Journey: From Darkness to Light.

He shares his own story of transformation from dope dealer to hope dealer in his book, A Hero's Journey from Darkness to Light, and in his top 0.5% globally ranked podcast for veterans, the Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast.

Host of Awakened Nation: Brad Szollose

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