In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Farris, the Post Traumatic Growth Director for Mission 22, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.
Marcus, a former engineering officer in Alaska, shares his journey from military service to becoming a catalyst for change in the lives of veterans. In this conversation, Marcus delves into the world of post-traumatic growth, exploring the incredible work Mission 22 is doing through health coaches and digital content creation to help veterans overcome trauma and thrive. Marcus also discusses the importance of self-care, reclaiming agency, and uncovering new possibilities.
This is a fascinating conversation with many insights from an organization using health coaches to make an important difference in the lives of veterans. Get ready for a compelling conversation on resilience and transformation.
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Episode Overview:
- 0:00:00 Introduction to Marcus Ferris and Mission 22
- 0:03:37 Combining health coaching and clinical mental health counseling for veterans
- 0:08:06 The frustrations of the VA System
- 0:11:37 Changing perspectives: from medical system to coaching journey
- 0:11:58 The dynamics of coaching veterans
- 0:16:49 Teaching leadership and control in coaching
- 0:20:57 The frustration of coaches always answering questions with questions
- 0:23:38 Illuminating a hidden idea and constellating the whole structure
- 0:24:30 The confusion of different diets
- 0:25:23 Exploring the concept of maladies and disorders
- 0:33:54 Harry Potter and the Journey of Self-Sacrifice
- 0:42:12 Expanding the role of coaches in real-time
- 0:50:24 Everyday triggers of trauma and moral injury
- 0:53:26 Finding one's calling and passion to help others
- 0:58:42 Finding your passion and drawing people's attention
Connect with Marcus at:
- LinkedIn : marcus-farris
- Website: mission22.com/team
- Twitter: @Mission22
- Instagram : @mission_22
- Book: No Less Faithful
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