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Ever wondered what happens when a life-threatening moment forces you to see your reality through new eyes? That's exactly what happened one December night in the mid-90s when bullets ripped through a Tacoma dope house where I was staying. Had we been upstairs in our usual spot, I wouldn't be here to share this story with you today.

My journey from the streets of Tacoma to where I am now wasn't pretty. Dropping out of high school, accidentally ending up in the military, and struggling with addiction led me to some dark places. The turning point came when I woke up in Pierce County Jail and my sister bailed me out—seeing something in me I couldn't yet see in myself. From there, I began the long process of "peeling the onion" of my life through education, counseling, and honest self-reflection.

The shooting didn't instantly transform me. Recovery wasn't a lightning bolt but a gradual awakening that took time, effort, and support. What I've learned might be the most valuable lesson I can share: while acknowledging your past is important, living there is destructive. Do the healing work, make amends where possible, but leave behind what cannot be changed. Too many people, even those in active recovery, remain chained to their history—replaying mistakes and wallowing in shame instead of embracing the power of now.

This podcast is for anyone who feels stuck in their past, anyone wondering if transformation is possible, and anyone curious about what lies on the other side of addiction and trauma. My mission is to help you recognize the power within yourself to create meaningful change. Because at the end of the day, this moment—right now—is all we truly have. Connect with me through social media if anything I share resonates with you. I'm here to help in any way I can.

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