Honoring Resilience: USAF Veteran Dr. Damon Friedman Joins The MisFitNation 🎖️

🎖️ On November 11th, Veterans Day, The MisFitNation Show is honored to welcome USAF Veteran Dr. Damon Friedman. A powerhouse in the realm of veteran care, Dr. Friedman brings over 20 years of experience as a Marine Corps and Air Force Special Warfare Officer, completing four combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. His accolades include three Bronze Stars (one with Valor), the Air Force Combat Action Medal, and more, reflecting his dedication and resilience. Dr. Friedman founded SOF Missions in 2011, a nonprofit devoted to empowering veterans through a whole-health approach, addressing psychological, physical, spiritual, and social wellness. His impact has earned him the Spirit of Hope Award from the Secretary of Defense for his exceptional work with the veteran community. He’s also the executive producer of the acclaimed documentary Surrender Only to ONE, capturing the raw experiences of U.S. Special Operations Forces. Dr. Friedman’s achievements go further—he’s the author of Igniting Movements, guiding readers on building impactful movements, and he leads the Veteran Service Alliance (VSA), advocating for millions of veterans nationwide. Join us this Veterans Day as Dr. Friedman shares his inspiring story and vision for veteran wellness and purpose! Check out this site: https://sofmissions.org/ In Part Two of our Veterans Day Special, The MisFitNation Show is honored to welcome Tom Equels, a US Army Vietnam Veteran, civil rights advocate, and author. Many envision war heroes with medals and stern faces, yet Tom’s path has led him to a life of peace, compassion, and understanding—whether whispering to horses or writing about redemption. Tom's debut novel, "The Horseman’s Tale," is more than just a gripping narrative. It's a roadmap for resilience, offering hope for those grappling with PTSD, personal trauma, and social injustice. In this episode, Tom opens up about his journey from battlefield courage to equestrian calm, crafting a story that speaks to overcoming life’s toughest hurdles. As Tom shares how "The Horseman’s Tale" inspires readers to break free from their past and find their way to redemption, he invites us all to explore the importance of mental health and civil rights—all while embracing the wisdom of the wild. Become a part of The MisFitNation https://linktr.ee/themisfitnation Want to be a guest on The MisFitNation? Send Rich LaMonica a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/richlamonica 🌄TheMisFitNation #VeteransDay #DrDamonFriedman #VeteranCare #SOFMissions #VeteranResilience #SurrenderOnlyToONE #IgnitingMovements #Veterans #Resilience #VeteranAdvocacy #USAFVeteran #TomEquels #VeteransDay #TheHorsemansTale #PTSDRecovery #CivilRights #VietnamVeteran #Redemption #HealingThroughHorses #EquestrianWisdom #VeteranStories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices