S2E11: Grit, Training, And Faith: Special Forces Veteran, Lew Johnson, Shares The Essentials Of Success Defenders LIVE podcast

S2E11: Grit, Training, and Faith: Special Forces Veteran, Lew Johnson, Shares The Essentials of Success

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Here's what you'll learn:

* 🎖️ Insights into Lew's 21-year military career

* 🛡️ Transition from Special Forces to law enforcement

* 🧠 The mindset needed for success in high-stress environments

* 💡 The importance of continuous training and preparedness

* 🙏 Lew's personal journey with faith and resilience

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In this episode, Defenders LIVE host Lora Thorson, interviews Lew Johnson, a decorated U.S. Army veteran with a distinguished career in Special Forces and law enforcement. The conversation delves into his extensive military service, transition to civilian life, and his personal journey with faith.

00:01:13 - Overview of Lew Johnson's military background.

00:02:27 - Discussion on Special Forces training and mindset.

00:15:15 - Transition from military to law enforcement.

00:23:00 - Challenges and changes in law enforcement.

00:32:22 - Johnson's personal faith journey and its impact on his life.

Notable Quotes:

* "Dedication to oneself and knowing that you don't know everything, but you're not going to quit." - Lew Johnson on the qualities needed for Special Forces.

* "It's a never-ending journey, getting stronger in the Lord is like doing anything in exercise; you show up, you do it, and you get stronger." - Lew Johnson on faith.

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