Mike met Kevin and Jessica through the Veterans Yoga Project. Jessica as an instructor, Mike, and Kevin as students. In this episode they talk about why they joined the military and some of the good and bad of the service. They all had different reasons for joining the military, different experiences but shared the same struggles post military life. It was difficult to integrate after deployments, and not taking the time to process that we had experienced.
We discuss their journey to yoga and how it has enhanced the lives of many. It has helped them in the mind, body, and spiritual dimensions of their lives. The veteran yoga community has helped them, and like any community there is always common ground to be found. They spend some time talking about what it was like to become a yoga instructor. Now they can bring yoga to veterans and share the benefits with all.
Kevin and Jessica talk about how they got started with non-profits. How it has grounded them and provided a purpose because of the people they help. It is a rollercoaster at times, but the reward is worth all the struggle and when they see their lives, they help change it and renew their passion. Also, how the communities helped and provided resources. Jessica’s newest project is focused on prevention and giving service members tools to prevent some of the issues that plague veterans.
They are both amazing human beings and they have a lot of fun in this episode.
Find Kevin, Jessica, and Nonprofits:
https://veteransyogaproject.org/
https://www.tribeyogamilitary.org/
