On www.VetsAndBadges.com Podcast: Without fear there can be no bravery - Lt. Adam Hattersley (Ret), Gulf War US Navy veteran details his warrior mindset to overcoming overwhelming fear in war and life.

The recipient of a Bronze Star for Valor in Iraq, Lt. Hattersley recalls how the feeling of invincibility quickly fades in the line of duty while under fire by the enemy of combat. During his tour of duty, Lt. Hattersley survived the completion of leading countless missions in hostile enemy territory that included heroic actions of saving lives of soldiers and civilians, being the victim of 3 IED roadside bombings, repeated deadly mortal attacks and routine firefights intended to kill fellow American and Allied forces. A foundation reinforced by a lifelong mindset that aided in coming back from a crippling sports injuries and numerous challenges of life. Lt. Hattersley is also a US Navy Nuclear Class Submarine Officer veteran, Instructor at the US Naval Academy, former Florida State Representative, National Gymnast and Officiating Official turned Author. Chapter breakdown, video: 00:00:00 - Summary trailer 00:30:23 - Intro 02:00:15 - Experiences of overwhelming fear, war in Iraq 06:14:06 - Team support 08:27:02 - About Adam Hattersley, military and personal 09:53:06 - Courage under fire 13:51:06 - Overcoming fear of injury and life adversity 17:54:23 - Fear can keep us alive 22:27:14 - You're not alone, encouragement for those in need 24:46:07 - Final thoughts About Vets And Badges Podcast Hosts: Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience. David Magnusson is a retired police Chief and Military Historian who has nearly 40 years of public service experience. Recorded at Miami's Community News studios: https://www.CommunityNewspapers.com Source B-Roll: Google Images, Iraq News, AP Wire, Adam Hattersley Images, ABC News, The Hill, CBS News, NBC News, CNN, Fox News, NTS, Stars And Stripes, PBS, Reuters, DITV, Daily Maverick News, Washington Post, US DOD, Video: IED EXPLOSION FLIPS MRAP IN AFGHANISTAN - FAILED ATTACK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml27LRyFqR4 VAB - 2024 All Rights Reserved Infor@VetsAndBadges.com https://www.VetsAndBadges.com

"Without fear there can be no bravery" - Lt. Adam Hattersley (Ret), Gulf War US Navy veteran details his warrior mindset in overcoming extreme fear during combat. The recipient of a Bronze Star for Valor in Iraq, Lt. Hattersley recalls how the feeling of invincibility quickly fades in the line of duty under fire by the enemy. During his tour of duty (multiple) Lt. Hattersley survived the completion of leading countless missions in hostile enemy territory that included heroic actions of saving lives of soldiers and civilians, being the victim of 3 IED roadside bombings, repeated deadly mortal attacks and routine firefights intended to kill fellow American and Allied forces. Lt. Hattersley is also a US Navy Nuclear Class Submarine Officer veteran, Instructor at the US Naval Academy, former Florida State Representative, National Gymnast and Officiating Official turned Author. Watch Lt. Adam Hattersley's @VetsAndBadges podcast interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uEkUYxSuk8 About Vets And Badges Podcast Hosts: Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience. David Magnusson is a retired police Chief and Military Historian who has nearly 40 years of public service experience. Recorded at Miami's Community News studios: https://www.CommunityNewspapers.com Source B-Roll: Google Images, Iraq News, AP Wire, Adam Hattersley Images, ABC News, The Hill, CBS News, NBC News, CNN, Fox News, NTS, Stars And Stripes Video: IED EXPLOSION FLIPS MRAP IN AFGHANISTAN - FAILED ATTACK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml27LRyFqR4 VAB - 2024 All Rights Reserved Infor@VetsAndBadges.com https://www.VetsAndBadges.com

Onwww.VetsAndBadges.com Podcast On VetsAndBadges.com Podcast Reverend Dr. Karen Reed, Grief Specialist, describes grief and its impact - causes by losses in everyday life, we all face. Dr. Reed provides insight in a way that most have not heard before. But once you watch this episode, you will not forget the many variations of grief and how it affects all of us. Although the conversation focuses on grief experienced by 1st Responders, front line workers, and veterans it provides greater understanding of the grief we all experienced in everyday life. Dr. Reed is a pastor at the “Purple Church” in Richmond Heights (Miami) along with her husband, Reverend Dr. Anthony Reed. Her goal is to help those find a resolution; to help them find a way to heal from the grief they are experiencing. Dr. Reed explains it could be the loss of a loved one, which we are all familiar with. But it could also be the loss of a job or perhaps even the loss of a car. One person’s grief, no matter what it may be, could very well mean nothing to the next person, due to the variations of grief and our responses to it. Dr. Reed explains disenfranchised. The conversation also delves into vicarious grief that you obtain, by being in contact with those experiencing the grief. How can we change our mindsets? That is the main question here and every attempt is made to answer it.Conversations approach those who serve the community and country such as military, law enforcement, fire fighters, front line hospital workers to look into their grief. And we come to find, it is often like what the rest of the community faces to one extent or another. This is an episode that can very well set you on the path toward betterment. Breakdown of discussion by topic: 01:26:56 What is Grief? 02:06:54 Disenfranchised Grief, explained 05:01:49 Understanding Grief in Communities 06:10:23 Addressing Grief 10:51:35 Vicarious Grief experienced by 1st Responders, veterans and front line workers 12:06:35 Unresolved Grief faced by community 17:24:59 Unresolved Grief face by women 22:19:53 Overcoming Grief About Vets And Badges hosts: Robert Asencio is a former Florida State Representative, retired police Captain who served in the US Army Special Operations Community.

David Magnusson is a retired Police Chief and Military Historian.

Recorded at Miami's Community Newspapers:

www.CommunityNewspapers.com VAB - 2024

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