The Warrior's Journey

In Episode 22 & 23, The Warriors Journey's Kevin Weaver sits down to interview Ed Salau, former soldier in the Marines & Army who shares his powerful story of recovery and healing.

Ed Salau joined the Marine Corps in 1988 right out of high school. Salau served as a radio repairer in Okinawa, Korea, Philippines, and North Carolina. From 1993 to 1995, he recruited future Marines in Minnesota. Salau ultimately attained the rank of Staff Sergeant, and he was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps in 2000. Following his discharge, Salau enlisted in the North Carolina Army National Guard.

From 2000 to 2002, Salau served as an Infantry Team Leader. In 2002, he received a direct commission to Second Lieutenant, and he attended Infantry Officer Basic Course at Fort Benning, GA. Lt. Salau’s unit was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from February-November 2004. On November 15, 2004, his patrol was ambushed southeast of Tikrit with small arms and rocket propelled grenades. He was seriously wounded during that fight. In 2005, Lt. Salau was medically retired due to the injuries received in combat.

Since leaving the military, Lt. Salau has assisted combat-wounded service-members through their individual transitions from military to veteran lifestyles. He has worked in non-profit organizations and government positions placing him face-to-face with warfighters who are in
need of assistance. Lt. Salau currently works as a civilian employee of the Marine Corps, at Camp Lejeune, NC. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Boston University. His military awards include the Combat Infantryman Badge, Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. He is married to Dawn Cash-Salau and is the proud father of two adult children, Kelli and Ethan.

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These two episodes pack a punch with some practical and simple truths to helping those in your network, family, or church be more resilient by asking the right questions and having some engaging conversations. 

It's not always easy to talk about subjects that you may be unfamiliar with, but we can all be encouraging and kind and ask questions that place value on those we're around.

So in these episodes, Tim Carentz, Sr. CMSGT USAF (Ret) unpacks some resources within the calling on his life to help military members all over the globe build resiliency and begin conversations about God, his ability to relate and connect with us tangibly, and how it can change the course of your life and those around you.

No matter what you're walking thru, no matter how big it may seem, it's not too big for God... and EVERYONE is either currently going thru something, or has before... we all battle things. And those in the military have gone thru similar challenges along the way... so reach out. Ask for help. Everyone who begins a healing process starts with opening up regardless of the fears of embarrassment, and seeks help. There is no judgement... AT ALL. 

Tim is directing the Kaiserslautern Military Resiliency Center and would love to help you. And so is the Warriors Journey. We're here to help!

Get involved and support! https://www.thekmrc.com 

We would love to hear how The Warriors Journey Podcast has helped encourage you! Please leave us a review on iTunes or feel free to shoot us a message on Facebook!

Find more information online at https://www.thewarriorsjourney.org/podcast

These two episodes pack a punch with some practical and simple truths to helping those in your network, family, or church be more resilient by asking the right questions and having some engaging conversations. 

It's not always easy to talk about subjects that you may be unfamiliar with, but we can all be encouraging and kind and ask questions that place value on those we're around.

So in these episodes, Tim Carentz, Sr. CMSGT USAF (Ret) unpacks some resources within the calling on his life to help military members all over the globe build resiliency and begin conversations about God, his ability to relate and connect with us tangibly, and how it can change the course of your life and those around you.

No matter what you're walking thru, no matter how big it may seem, it's not too big for God... and EVERYONE is either currently going thru something, or has before... we all battle things. And those in the military have gone thru similar challenges along the way... so reach out. Ask for help. Everyone who begins a healing process starts with opening up regardless of the fears of embarrassment, and seeks help. There is no judgement... AT ALL. 

Tim is directing the Kaiserslautern Military Resiliency Center and would love to help you. And so is the Warriors Journey. We're here to help!

Get involved and support! https://www.thekmrc.com 

We would love to hear how The Warriors Journey Podcast has helped encourage you! Please leave us a review on iTunes or feel free to shoot us a message on Facebook!

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In Episode 19, we continue our discussion with Danny White talking about endurance in the journey. In this episode, we talk about a few different examples from the Bible about endurance including Moses, Joshua, Ruth, David, and Elijah.

At the end of the day, endurance = not giving up... taking another step.

Be transparent, ask for help, and have battle buddies. 

The problem is all to often when we look too much inward instead of looking to God and His work.

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In Episode 18, CEO of The Warriors Journey, Kevin Weaver sits down over internet phone call with Marcie Robertson - A Gold Star wife who's inspirational story will encourage and minister to many this Memorial Day weekend.

Army Sgt 1st Class Forrest W. Robertson was on his fifth deployment when he was killed in action by enemy forces during combat operations in Logar Province, Afghanistan November 3, 2013, just six days before he was due to return home.

His wife Marcie tells her story of her families sacrifice and transition after the loss of her husband on the fateful day. She describes the challenges and victories she has experience since the death of her husband and recalls how faith has made the difference in her ability to grow and move forward.

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In Episode 17 Kevin Weaver (TWJ CEO) sits down with Danny White, retired Marine of 21 years!

Endurance is the name of the game. In Hebrews, we learn to run with endurance. Danny’s explanation of endurance is something we can all learn from. Endurance in your marriage. Endurance in the military. Endurance when you’re tested.

Find people who can help you and keep you lifted up. Stay close to God. All Him to be near and rely on him.

“NO EXPERIENCE IS WASTED.” - This is a lesson everyone needs to hear. No matter where you are or what you’re walking thru... it’s for a purpose, even if you can’t see it. ENDURE. PURSUE. REST. Rest in Gods timing and ability to take you places you didn’t know you could go.

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In Episode 16, Kevin Weaver (CEO of The Warriors Journey) sits down with Chaplain Scott McChrystal and his wife Judy to discuss Permanent Change of Station (PCS)

Moving is a huge part of the military whether you like it or not - In terms of planning it's hard to prepare for a PCS - So our team goes deep into the details and help set you up for the realities of a PCS and what to look for in a military career. 

Due to the amount of details covered on PCS - we are going to expand this over a two part series.

In part two we discuss:

- Kevin's story - Engaged to his H.S. sweetheart & not planning on leaving the U.S. - PCS to Panama - Engagement called off - Hearing from God in the midst of turmoil.

- Trusting God with emotions AND everything else

- Attitude makes the biggest difference

- Extremely useful & practical tips for PCS

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In Episode 15, Kevin Weaver (CEO of The Warriors Journey) sits down with Chaplain Scott McChrystal and his wife Judy to discuss Permanent Change of Station (PCS)

Moving is a huge part of the military whether you like it or not - In terms of planning it's hard to prepare for a PCS - So these guys go deep into the details and help set you up for the realities of a PCS and what to look for in a military career. 

Due to the amount of details covered on PCS - we are going to expand this over a two part series.

- Pray. Plan. Pack. - The three P's of preparing for a PCS

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In Episode 14, Kevin Weaver, CEO of The Warrior Journey continues his conversation with Marine, Speaker, and Leadership Consultant, Danny White to talk about his journey in the military, the struggles, the day to day, his experience with trusting God, and what lead to spawning his calling to start "Lead With Liberty".

This is a powerful interview about family, loss, restoration, opportunity, and faith. 

"It doesn't matter what you're facing or how tough you think you are, God created us to do this in community and not isolation."

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In Episode 13, Kevin Weaver, CEO of The Warrior Journey sits down with Marine, Speaker, and Leadership Consultant, Danny White to talk about his journey in the military, the struggles, the day to day, his experience with trusting God, and what lead to spawning his calling to start "Lead With Liberty".

This is a powerful interview about family, loss, restoration, opportunity, and faith. 

"It doesn't matter what you're facing or how tough you think you are, God created us to do this in community and not isolation."

This is a two part interview over the course of two weeks!

We would love to hear how The Warriors Journey Podcast has helped encourage you! Please leave us a review on iTunes or feel free to shoot us a message on Facebook!

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