July 10, 2024

Kelsi Sheren on the horrifying truth about MAID in Canada, the responsibility of veterans, standing up for truth and the power of actions not words

49 minutes

In this episode Kelsi Sheren, CEO and author shares her impactful work supporting Canadian veterans' mental health and her fight against MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying). Kelsi shares her personal journey, the detrimental effects of MAID on vulnerable populations, and the alarming expansion of such policies in Canada and the U.S. She also discusses broader societal issues, including the draft of women into the military, the victim mentality in modern society, and the importance of community and steadfast values. The episode concludes with reflections on resilience, purpose, and the ongoing need to act against injustices.

Episode Highlights:

03:06 The Fight Against MAID in Canada

15:28 The Draft and Women in the Military

18:01 The Struggles of Veterans and Advocacy

28:24 Gratitude for American Support

28:51 Cultural Differences Between Canadians and Americans

31:30 Facing Adversity with a Positive Mindset

33:28 Challenges with Canadian Healthcare

39:12 The Impact of COVID on Personal and Professional Life

42:14 The Role of Parents in Shaping the Next Generation

Kelsi Sheren is the CEO of Brass & Unity and author of “Brass & Unity, One Woman’s Journey Through the Hell of Afghanistan and Back”. A distinguished Canadian veteran, she served across Canadian, American, and British military forces as an Artillery Gunner & “Female Searcher” during her impactful deployment in Afghanistan. Kelsi’s resilience shines through adversity; from Taekwondo National Champion to overcoming PTSD and TBI post-deployment. Founder of Brass & Unity, transforming spent bullet casings into an iconic jewelry brand, donating 20% of profits to veterans’ mental health. Her journey inspired The Brass & Unity Podcast and as a TEDx speaker, she shares insights on resilience, overcoming challenges, and growth.

You can learn more about Kelsi here: https://www.kelsisheren.com/

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