Dan Holder - Intuitive Soldier

Episode 141. Joining us from England is ex-Royal Marine, Positive Psychology coach and absolute gentleman, Dan Holder. As jobs go, being a patrol point man in Afghanistan is as dangerous as it gets. Volunteering for it takes a certain type of man, and Dan thrived in it. He won a Bronze Star with Valor but the real battle started when he left the military. Dan suffered Complex PTSD and this story is how he overcame it, and booze, to thrive in life. This is a WILD ride. Enjoy...

If you're looking for help, his website is https://www.atomicrambo.com/ and his Instagram handles are https://www.instagram.com/dutyhappybloke/ and  https://www.instagram.com/atomicrambocoaching/

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02:40 Military Background and Nickname

05:25 Transition to Coaching and PTSD Support

08:12 Experiencing PTSD and Flashbacks

10:40 Night Terrors and Trauma

13:11 Coping Mechanisms and Alcohol

15:55 Military Culture and Mental Health

18:47 Heroic Acts and Medals

27:29 Reflections on Military Experience

28:25 Navigating Trauma and Resilience

34:39 Intuition in High-Stakes Situations

48:33 Exploring Altered States of Consciousness

52:19 Implementing Change After Psychedelic Experiences

53:43 Navigating Alcohol and Personal Struggles

55:24 Transformative Experiences and Letting Go

57:59 Resilience in the Face of Adversity

01:00:54 The Power of Acceptance and Flow

01:04:55 The Presence of a Guardian

01:10:52 Facilitating Emotional Awareness and Growth

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