The war doesn’t always end when you come home.

In this episode of THE PARABLES® I sit down with Marine Corps veteran Roland Vandenberg to unpack the hidden battles of PTSD, identity loss, and the long road toward healing, purpose, and service after war. This is a conversation about accountability, faith, and choosing life when darkness feels overwhelming.

Roland shares the moments that nearly broke him — and the disciplines, mindset shifts, and truths that helped him rebuild from the inside out.

We cover:

• ⚔️ Life after combat and hidden battles
• 🧠 PTSD, triggers, and healing honestly
• 🙏 Faith, humility, and responsibility
• 🔥 Accountability over victimhood
• 🧭 Finding purpose through service
• 🏛️ Building legacy beyond survival

This episode is for anyone fighting quietly — and choosing to keep going.

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