Transition Tales with Army Veteran Dillon LeMaster

L.I.V.E. with Courage Podcast

English - October 14, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
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Previous Episode: Transition Tales with Retired Sergeant Major Jose Barreiro

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In this episode of Transition Tales, a LIVE with Courage Podcast, Dillon shares is difficult transition from the Army which led him through a time of homelessness before he found his purpose.

We discussed:
00:48 Dillon starts to share his transition story
01:02 The military has been his entire life…a calling
01:50 Dillon mentions being a young father and actor
02:09 Decides to join the military to better his life
02:31 Loved being a cop
03:00 Separated with an anger towards the military
03:24 Works closely with the VA
03:30 Was a homeless veteran and struggled with alcohol
04:16 Started helping other veterans because we never leave a fallen comrade behind
04:49 Struggling with re-enlisting or not – how to still serve
04:59 Does a lot of volunteer work
05:27 Changing hearts and minds
06:49 Loves science and facts, but also very spiritual
07:07 There is a lot of chaos in our communities right now and our communities need us
07:48 The true meaning of a politician is a person of the city, we all need to be politicians
08:40 Negative mindset at time of separation
09:01 Conflict between a soldier life and real life
10:03 Conflict between personal beliefs and mission
11:05 Knew he was going to be an actor at the age of 3
11:36 Relates with method actors like Adam Driver-tied to warrior mentality
12:37 Veterans are connected….like family
13:41 Many veterans lose the warrior mentality, and we need to remind them
14:13 We need warriors to stand up for what they believe in
14:49 Before you separate and right after, get your finances in order
15:47 Obtain and use your benefits
17:15 A lot of information is not shared with veterans when they separate
18:31 The veteran community is strong and beautiful
19:55 Christina shares some information on the science of being a veteran
20:55 Its okay to show real emotions
21:13 People ought to speak up and share experiences
21:25 Dillon shares a little about his PTSD
22:03 Service members sacrifice
23:21 The warrior mentality is connected to resilience
25:03 We are in the middle of a revolution
25:56 Dillon's final words

Guest Bio:
Dillon LeMaster is a former Army Military Police Officer, father, and actor. He is also a dedicated volunteer and community member who found purpose in serving others.

Resources:

Dillon's Website Warrior Road Warrior of the Light Book Wounded Warrior Project American Legion Invictus Poem

Recording date: September 3, 2021