Podcast appearances and mentions of joshua mantz

With the arrival of my baby daughter, I'm taking a month off podcasting. Each week I am selecting some of my favourite episodes, and republishing them here :) Episode #14 with Joshua Mantz. This is one incredible podcast episode. I was truly moved and honoured to have Josh on the show. Josh served as a platoon leader and was shot and killed by an enemy sniper. He flatlined for 15 minutes (yes you read that right) before being brought back to life. We discuss what went on in those 15 minutes and the decade long emotional struggle he would endure as he sought to find meaning in a “second life.” About Joshua: Josh was serving as a Platoon Leader with the 1st Cavalry Division in Iraq when he was shot and killed by an enemy sniper. The bullet first severed the aorta of one of his men before ricocheting into Josh’s leg and severing his femoral artery. He went on to flatline for 15 minutes before being revived by the medical team, and retains full recollection of the event. Physically, Josh made a complete recovery and continued to excel in his career. But internally, he was collapsing. He’d soon come to understand that his near-death experience would pale in comparison to the decade long emotional struggle he would endure as he sought to find meaning in a “second life.” It took traveling down many dangerous paths, false starts, suicidal spirals, and bouts of depression before Josh uncovered the truth behind trauma. He found that many of the things that plagued him had little to do with the experience of dying itself. Instead, the void he was experiencing was being driven by guilt, shame, and the microscopic details of events that didn’t even seem to be traumatic on the surface. It’s this experience that has ignited a passion in Josh for helping others grappling with emotional trauma, and now informs his work within Darker Souls. He is a firm believer that all of us have the strength to overcome our experiences and regain control over our lives. Learn More About Guy: https://www.guylawrence.com.au/about/ Learn More About Live In Flow Retreats: https://www.liveinflow.co/

Lt. Gen. Michael Ferrier, who is president and CEO of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, said veterans have many important lessons to offer during the global coronavirus pandemic. For instance, Ferriter said, there are several corollaries between veterans that have been through during their deployments to what those on the front lines and first responders are experiencing right now during the Covid-19 pandemic. "Veterans can relate to that and veterans can be a part of (helping with) that," said Ferriter, who is Columbus Business First's latest guest on its new Crisis Management podcast. So even though the doors of the physical museum and memorial have been closed since March 13, Ferriter said his team immediately sprung into action to take its programs virtual. The organization has hosted webinars on "resiliency, strength and wellness," featuring veterans with powerful stories to share, including Purple Heart recipient Joshua Mantz, a retired U.S. Army major who is a leading speaker on psychological trauma. Its services to veterans are also going online. The museum attracted 7,000 people from across the country to attend its virtual "Rally Point" program, which usually attracts between 75 to 100 people in person and is meant to provide veterans with fellowship and support. Ferriter said said the Covid-19 experience has allowed the opportunity to "let loose the creativity of my team." "We are open, we are supporting and connecting, and we are impacting the lives of many," Ferriter said.

Lt. Gen. Michael Ferrier, who is president and CEO of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, said veterans have many important lessons to offer during the global coronavirus pandemic. For instance, Ferriter said, there are several corollaries between veterans that have been through during their deployments to what those on the front lines and first responders are experiencing right now during the Covid-19 pandemic. "Veterans can relate to that and veterans can be a part of (helping with) that," said Ferriter, who is Columbus Business First's latest guest on its new Crisis Management podcast. So even though the doors of the physical museum and memorial have been closed since March 13, Ferriter said his team immediately sprung into action to take its programs virtual. The organization has hosted webinars on "resiliency, strength and wellness," featuring veterans with powerful stories to share, including Purple Heart recipient Joshua Mantz, a retired U.S. Army major who is a leading speaker on psychological trauma. Its services to veterans are also going online. The museum attracted 7,000 people from across the country to attend its virtual "Rally Point" program, which usually attracts between 75 to 100 people in person and is meant to provide veterans with fellowship and support. Ferriter said said the Covid-19 experience has allowed the opportunity to "let loose the creativity of my team." "We are open, we are supporting and connecting, and we are impacting the lives of many," Ferriter said.

This week we have a rebroadcast of our episode with Joshua Mantz. Josh is a retired Major who commanded in the Army for a decade and is on the board of The Courage Foundation.  In 2007 he was very seriously wounded by a sniper on the outskirts of Sadr City, and he actually died for 15 minutes, before being miraculously revived. Joshua has also recently authored the book “The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma through the Power of Human Connection.” He talks with Commander Divine about what the experience of dying was like, and the mental challenges of emotional trauma.  

This week we have a rebroadcast of our episode with Joshua Mantz. Josh is a retired Major who commanded in the Army for a decade and is on the board of The Courage Foundation.  In 2007 he was very seriously wounded by a sniper on the outskirts of Sadr City, and he actually died for 15 minutes, before being miraculously revived. Joshua has also recently authored the book "The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma through the Power of Human Connection." He talks with Commander Divine about what the experience of dying was like, and the mental challenges of emotional trauma.  

Joshua Mantz is an Army Veteran, Westpoint graduate and author. Josh was shot by a sniper on deployment and died on the operating table. A persistent surgical team refused to quit and ultimately brought him back to life. We discuss his journey into the military, the near death experience, moral injury, bringing counselors into the tactical space and much more.

Doctors give antidepressants, anti-anxiety meds, and even Botox to alleviate PTSD. But Nicole Amelio-Casper, a veteran's spouse and a documentary filmmaker, shows us how alternative therapies are really curing it. And the story of how Army veteran Joshua Mantz survived, after being dead for 15 minutes, will teach everyone a powerful lesson about life.   

Doctors give antidepressants, anti-anxiety meds, and even Botox to alleviate PTSD. But Nicole Amelio-Casper, a veteran's spouse and a documentary filmmaker, shows us how alternative therapies are really curing it. And the story of how Army veteran Joshua Mantz survived, after being dead for 15 minutes, will teach everyone a powerful lesson about life.   

Have you ever felt stuck? That you’re “just” a teacher, dad, stay-at-home mom, accountant… That there’s more for you to achieve? Or are you achieving what you set out for, but still don’t feel fulfilled? My guest today reminds us that your definition of success needs to change with you and with time… + will give you tips on how to get “unstuck” today. Laura Gassner Otting is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path and Live Your Best Life. Our conversation will free you to see the endless possibilities within your life + give you tips to uncover them. Entrepreneur, executive headhunter, nonprofit developer + past White House appointee, Laura shares energetic insights from her experience that will help you redefine success + live inspired. SHOW NOTES What does success mean for you?  We feel the need to justify our decisions because we are limited by other's definition of success. Figure out what success means for you + lean into that with everything you have. We judge our life bloopers by looking at everyone's highlight reels on social media. Limitless: when you're at your very best; when everything that you've been called upon is solving the problem at hand; when you're in alignment. Confidence is harmony: what you do matches who you are. Work/Life Alignment: you can be the person that you are in all parts of your life. Your definition of success must change along with you + with time. Learn your definition of success with Laura's Limitless Life Assessment. Four areas of confidence make you feel limitless: Calling Connection Contribution Control Connection: is your daily work leading you to your calling? Do you have sightlines as to why the work you're doing matters?  If your work is not matching your calling, ask yourself, "what needs to happen?" If you don't have sightlines to your calling, find ways to gain a deeper connection. Lean in:  Do everything you possibly can to be successful. More importantly, realize you can redefine success. Create space to define what success means for you by prioritizing your need for calling, connection, contribution, and control at every stage of life. Embrace "sidequests".  Small things that are not on the route to your main quest prepare you for your main quest. Builds confidence through competence. Laura shares how Joshua Mantz, Iraqi military serviceman, achieved limitlessness because he let go of other's expectations for him to become the person he was born to be. Listen to his TEDx here. Failure is not the finale. Failure is the fulcrum. Get Laura Gassner Otting's book Limitless here. If you enjoyed this episode, check out my conversation with Rory Vaden from Live Inspired Podcast ep. 5 where he shares that success "is something you figure out along the way" and reminds us to focus on progress instead of perfection. Listen to ep. 5 here. You'll also like Amy Jo Martin from Live Inspired Podcast ep. 97 where she shares on what can happen when we stop asking for permission and choose significance over "success". Listen to ep. 97 here. LAURA GASSNER OTTING'S LIVE INSPIRED 7 1. What is the best book you’ve ever read? Stones from the River by Ursula Hegi. 2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? I talked to strangers more often. I was more extroverted. 3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? My husband writes me a letter every year on our anniversary. They are a chronical of our 23 years together. 4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? My children's future selves, the people that they've become after I'm long dead. I want to know how the story turns out. 5. What is the best advice you’ve ever received? "You're just not that important." I was working hard to be all things to all people and not actually being present for anybody. You're not that important to everything. Figure out where you are that important and double down there instead. 6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Write your plans in pencil, because even if you think you know yourself (and you don't!), the world around you is going to change, be flexible.  7. It’s been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? My life was better because she was part of it.  *** Did you enjoy today's episode? Subscribe, rate + review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Live Inspired with John daily on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram + get his Monday Motivation email.  

In today's episode of Transitions from War, we talk with Major (ret.) Joshua Mantz. Josh is the author of The Beauty of a Darker Soul, a book dedicated to helping people overcome emotionally traumatic experiences. A graduate of West Point, Josh served as an Infantry Officer in the US Army for nearly a decade, and is the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. He is a highly sought after speaker on the topic of emotional trauma, having shared his message at TEDx, Got Your 6, and hundreds of other events. Josh is currently leading cultural competency courses for mental health providers, so they can more effectively treat trauma in the veteran and first responder community.   Buy a copy of The Beauty of a Darker Soul today from Amazon or your local book store.   Connect with Josh Mantz:   Asymetricmind.com Facebook Instragram Twitter       Support Mike's fundraising for The Ironman Foundation's Gold Star Initiative    ================================   Transitions from War After his service in the United States Marines Corps, Mike Ergo started the Transitions from War blog  and Podcast to talk about his struggles returning from combat in Iraq. From PTSD and addiction to finding endurance sports, Mike has found a new life purpose and a passion to share this with others.   Transitions from War Sponsors:   Cowboy Crickets Sustainable, Montana-raised crickets. Veteran-owned and Ironman approved! Enter promo code VETS to save 15% on all orders.    Fire Team Whiskey An app-based personal fitness and nutrition service geared to help active duty and military veterans take charge of their health with a ketogenic approach to eating. Save 40% on all training plans and coaching, as well as 15% on all keto supplements with the promo code "TRANSITIONS"    Apex Health  Apex health aims to be a mens health clinic that serves you so that you can live the longest, best life possible. At Apex Mens Health, we solve all these problems. Spending as much time with our patients as possible in order to give help them become compliant with a program that really works. Always having Dr. David Lunow to oversee meetings and protocol on-site. Allowing you to buy a month’s worth of TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) through our prescribing services so that you don’t have to come in every week. Offering you a personalized diet and exercise program so that your precious testosterone doesn’t go to waste. Giving you the highest grade testosterone available on the market. Schedule a consultation with Apex Health today!   Zealios Zinc-based performance sunscreen along with chlorine-removing hair and skin products. Use the promo code VETS to save 20% on all orders.    Primal Kitchen Healthy, Paleo/Primal/Keto and Vegan condiments, salad dressings, and energy bars that actually taste good! Use the promo code PRIMALVETERAN to save 10% on your order and directly support this show.   Green Wolf Tactical Marine Corps Veteran-owned business specializing in paracord gear, custom embroidery, bracelets, key chains, survival gear, PVC patches, & more. Save 20% on all your orders with the promo code SEMPERFI   Find us on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram and TransitionsFromWar.com #TFWSTORIES

In this Veterans Day 2018 episode, Josh Mantz tells the story of his death, and the miracle of how he returned to the front lines of Iraq four months after he bled out from a bullet wound in his leg.Josh also remembers his friend, Staff Sergeant Marlon Harper, who was killed in action serving in Iraq with Josh.Joshua Mantz dedicates his life to helping women who serve mankind as first responders.More about this episode.This episode is dedicated to:The Memory of Chief Warrant Officer Howard C. Funkhouser, Green Beret, Vietnam War VeteranGeraldine FunkhouserKay Funkhouser HicksGerald FunkhouserMy uncle, aunt, and cousins, who have served our nation with honor, dignity, and courage.-----Some days I even wishI had come home in a body bag,Instead of progressively being a burden.So please don't tell meThat I'm Lucky, not all scars show.Tell me instead that I am a survivor.And you are glad I survived.Let me know that I am an asset to the world.Hear my repetitions of grief,My anger, my disappointments, and adjustments.Patience as I really try to learn how to live anew.Then perhaps some dayI shall learn how to be whole again,Accept my sorrow, and feel joy again.Perhaps then it will have been goodTo have known me.~ Howard C. Funkhouser------------Special Thanks to Mikhail KosenkovMikhail has beautifully edited, mastered, and engineered this episode. If you're a podcaster and you don't have a sound genius, trust me. You need one. Even if it's to help you sort out your compression and EQ settings. He'll be glad to talk to you about your sound questions. PodcastSoundFixer@gmail.com

What an absolutely insane story we have for you this week! On April 21st, 2007, Joshua Mantz was shot and killed by a sniper in Iraq. The exceptionally large bullet that killed Josh initially passed through a senior NCO standing next to him, and then severed Josh's femoral artery. After losing a significant amount of blood, Josh was dead for a full 15 minutes before a military trauma team resuscitated him, bringing him back to life. Mantz’s journey from graduating West Point as an Infantry Platoon Leader to ultimately surviving a sniper’s deadly shot in combat, and recovering through the mental highs and lows of such an uncommon ordeal is absolutely incredible. Hear about it all in this very introspective episode of HAZARD GROUND! www.asymmetricmind.com | "The Beauty of a Darker Soul" We are still running our Amazon promotion, so if you shop at Amazon, go to www.hazardground.com, click on the Amazon banner on the home page, and do your Amazon shopping from there. IT COSTS YOU NOTHING, and it helps the show out tremendously! THE BEST PART IS we'll be donating the proceeds from this partnership to the vet organizations featured on this podcast. So help us out, help out these great organizations, and head over to hazardground.com and click on the Amazon banner today, and shop away! The podcast is brought to you once again by our latest sponsor, Knife Country USA.  Knife Country USA has the largest selection of knives, cutlery and accessories on the Internet. With over 30,000 models from 500+ manufacturers, Knife Country USA is CONFIDENT they have the perfect item for you. In addition to a tremendous selection, no other company can beat Knife Country USA's commitment to exceptional customer service - their owner personally guarantees it! Go to our website, hazardground.com, and click on the Knife Country USA banner on our Sponsors page. Then enter coupon code: "HAZARD1" at checkout to get 15% off your entire order! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes!

Joshua Mantz died.  He was flatline for 15 minutes.  But, he came back from the dead.  In this gripping interview, you'll hear him talk about; what it's like to die, come back and how everyone can go from trauma to transformation.  This story is not just for veterans- our conversation reveals many life lessons, documented in his new book,  "The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma Through the Power of Human Connection". 

Having a career in the military means you’re always going to be overcoming trauma and cheating death in order to survive. Joshua Mantz’s career in the military started when his step-father planted the seed in his mind when he was twelve years old. He was already in the academy as a freshman when 9/11 happened, and it took everything he had not to drop out so he could enlist and fight the fight down range with the larger team. After graduating from the academy, he was sent to Iraq where the fight for his life began. Joshua and his senior officer were engaged by an enemy sniper on one of their patrols when a bullet ricocheted into his thigh and severed his femoral artery. Discover how Joshua was able to overcome trauma and cheat death as he shares his life and death experiences.

Show Notes Ep. 84 – F*** Your Feelings with Ryan Munsey • We all have the ability to find the information. Tools for success in life. (3:00) • Constantly seek to learn and expand your horizon. Why we earn our right to be alive through the ability to serve. (8:25) • Examine your legacy. Who would stand in the rain at your gravesite? (11:57) • It’s as simple as a smile. How to live a stronger, healthier life for every person you cross paths with. (17:20) • The Law of Attraction. How your network is your net worth. (21:10) • There is no such thing as luck! The path to success and enjoying the little things in between. (24:24) • The pros/cons of Social Media when it comes to your kids. (37:50) • The sad life of a professional boxer. (47:05) • Success principles for brain health in boxing. (51:30) • Trends for business success through the ability toimplement and communicate. (56:28) • The 3rd Party Principle. Tips to expand your network. (1:06:10) • “A year from now you wish you started today.” Tips to do the work and keep the right company around you. (1:09:20) • Tips from Tony to #BeBetter and #DoBetter - Don’t look for perfection and the power of giving to others. (1:19:28) Featured Guest • Ryan Munsey - http://ryanmunsey.com/ • Ryan Munsey (@ryanmunsey_) • Instagram • Better Human Project - https://www.betterhumanproject.org/ Related Links/Products Mentioned • Box N’ Life Podcast EP 50: RYAN MUNSEY - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/50-nutrition-guru-ryan-munsey-talks-optimal-performance/id924241760?i=1000384526712&mt=2 • BHP 007: Josh Mantz | Overcoming Trauma Through Human Connection - http://ryanmunsey.com/home/darker-souls/ • The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma Through the Power of Human Connection – Book by Joshua Mantz • The Compound Effect – Book by Darren Hardy • The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success - Book by Deepak Chopra • Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook - Book by Gary Vaynerchuk • Decisions Are Emotional, Not Logical: The Neuroscience behind Decision Making - http://bigthink.com/experts-corner/decisions-are-emotional-not-logical-the-neuroscience-behind-decision-making • Box 'N Burn Academy: Boxing for Fitness Certified Trainer Teaching Course - https://boxnburnacademy.com/ • The Effect of Cold Showering on Health and Work: A Randomized Controlled Trial - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5025014/ • Parents’ social media habits are teaching children the wrong lessons - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2017/07/31/parents-social-media-habits-are-teaching-kids-the-wrong-lessons/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.fbe8e92f24f2 • Blog by Tony Jeffries - https://www.boxnlifepodcast.com/blog • Professional Fighters Brain Health Study - Cleveland Clinic - https://my.clevelandclinic.org/-/scassets/files/org/neurological/brain-health/boxing-study-slim-jim-2014-aug-final.ashx?la=en • Professional fighters brain health study: rationale and methods. - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23735309 • Why Do You Hate Money? A Fitness Marketing Guide to Create Content That Kills, Craft Copy That Converts, and Master the Science of Selling Without Selling Out - Book by Joey Percia • Box N Life Podcast - EP 77 - Dr. Charles Bernick, MD, MPH - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/box-n-life-podcast-life-in-out-of-the-gym/id924241760?mt=2# • BHP 10: Caveman Coffee | Personal Growth, Standards & Social Footprints - https://www.betterhumanproject.org/single-post/2018/02/27/BHP-10-Caveman-Coffee-Personal-Growth-Standards-Social-Footprints • BHP 005: Mind Pump Media | Building A Business Empire - http://ryanmunsey.com/home/mind-pump-media/ • The One Minute Manager - Book by Kenneth H. Blanchard and Spencer Johnson People Mentioned • Joshua Mantz (@flatline07) • Instagram • Tony Robbins (@tonyrobbins) • Instagram • Brendon Burchard (@brendonburchard) • Instagram • Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk (@garyvee) • Instagram • Craig Ballantyne (@realcraigballantyne) • Instagram • Jay Ferruggia (@jayferruggia) • Instagram • Antonio Damasio - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antonio_Damasio • Wayne McCulloch (@GdayWayne) | Twitter • Charles Bernick, MD, MPH | Cleveland Clinic - https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/13625-charles-bernick • Kevan Watson (@kevan_watson) • Instagram • Tait #PirateLifeRadio (@taitfletcher) • Instagram • Adam Schafer (@mindpumpadam) • Instagram • Paul Reddick (@paulreddick567) • Instagram

Scott A. Huesing is a retired United States Marine Corps Infantry Major with 24 years of honorable service, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer. His book, Echo in Ramadi,  is a ten-month snapshot in time that changed the face of operations on the battlefield; a captivating story of Echo Company, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines during the Second Battle of Ramadi in support of the Multi-National Forces (MNF) Surge Strategy in 2006. His true-life account provides keen insights into what may be an unfamiliar world to readers, but very familiar to those, like Scott, who lived it and endured this historic fight. Echo in Ramadi was written to honor the sacrifices and spirit of his Marines and the families they supported – it is his tribute to them and his honor to tell this great story. Readers will feel the pain, emotion, laughter, intensity, and friction that Scott describes in unvarnished detail. Scott shares the struggles he had writing his book and how he overcame having his computer stolen which had his only copy of his first draft of the book. He also talks about how his book was picked up by a traditional publisher and the importance of reaching out when writing a book  Scott and I first connected because of a mutual friend and guest on episode 08 Major (ret.) Joshua Mantz the author of The Beauty of a Darker Soul a fellow veteran who made a huge impact with his book on several veteran authors. You will love this episode.    

While serving as a Platoon Leader with the 1st Cavalry Division in Iraq, Joshua Mantz was shot and killed by an enemy sniper. He flatlined for 15 minutes before being revived. That 15 minutes, and the decade-long period of turbulent healing that came in its wake, formed the basis for the work that has come to be the focal point of Mantz’s second life. What does it really mean to survive? How can those of us who have experienced trauma recover from that frontline and regain control over our lives? According to Mantz, “The only force of nature powerful enough to overcome the emotional impacts of traumatic events is a strong sense of community and human connection.” Charting his brave passage through the harrowing realms of emotional disturbance, The Beauty of a Darker Soul offers a pathway to reemergence, aiming to give others the strength to overcome their own experiences. Having shared his story at TEDx and hundreds of other events, Mantz’s next stop is our Thursday Night Soapbox! Join us for a presentation and book signing of this important new work. Proceeds from book sales will support JFK U’s VALOR Center, which serves and supports veterans in their academic pursuits. Thursday Soapbox Lecture and Event Series John F. Kennedy University Lecture and Event Series Thursday Soapbox, continues the tradition of hosting cutting-edge thinkers and practitioners from around the world. Covering a wide range of topics of vital importance in today’s world, the “Thursday Soapbox Series” will bring together students, faculty, and interested members of the public to spread knowledge, spark dialogue; and create a more informed, involved citizenry. Go to jfku.edu/events to see the full line up of speakers and events.

Major (ret.) Joshua Mantz is the author of The Beauty of a Darker Soul, a book dedicated to helping people overcome emotionally traumatic experiences. A graduate of West Point, Josh served as an Infantry Officer in the US Army for nearly a decade, and is the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. He is a highly sought after speaker on the topic of emotional trauma, having shared his message at TEDx, Got Your 6, and hundreds of other events. This incredible author shares about his journey of writing his book and how revealing is Darker Soul was so important to its success.   

Major (ret.) Joshua Mantz is the author of The Beauty of a Darker Soul, a book dedicated to helping people overcome emotionally traumatic experiences. A graduate of West Point, Josh served as an Infantry Officer in the US Army for nearly a decade, and is the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. He is a highly sought after speaker on the topic of emotional trauma, having shared his message at TEDx, Got Your 6, and hundreds of other events. Josh was serving as a Platoon Leader with the 1st Cavalry Division in Iraq when he was shot and killed by an enemy sniper. The bullet first severed the aorta of one of his men before ricocheting into Josh’s leg and severing his femoral artery. He went on to flatline for 15 minutes before being revived by the medical team, and retains full recollection of the event.   It’s this experience that has ignited a passion in Josh for helping others grappling with emotional trauma, and now informs his work within Darker Souls. He is a firm believer that all of us have the strength to overcome our experiences and regain control over our lives.Support the show (https://www.milestonemind.com/donation)

In this amazing episode of "The Greg Amundson Show" Greg's dear friend Joshua Mantz is a featured guest. Josh is a true American hero, with an incredible story of overcoming trauma, both physical and emotional. His upcoming book, "Beauty of a Darker Soul" is on track for New York Times bestselling status, and his public speaking events often result in tears, cheers and standing ovations. These two warriors engage in a super inspired conversation about breath mastery, tactics for overcoming challenge, and developing greater understanding of the presence of God. 

In Episode 14 of "The Greg Amundson Show" Greg takes the listener to the 2017 Triggrcon Conference in Tacoma, WA., for a lecture on life purpose, faith in God, and "Feeding the Dog of Courage." Seated in the lecture hall during the lecture are some of Greg's most beloved friends, heroes, mentors, and as Greg describes, "legends", including Jay Dobyns (author of No Angel and Catching Hell), Robert Vera (author of A Warriors Faith) Jason Redman (author of The Trident), Karen Vaughn (author of World Changer), Kevin Briggs (author of Guardian of the Golden Gate) and Joshua Mantz (author of Beauty of a Darker Soul). This is an episode that will motivate and inspire you to invite God into the pursuit of your life purpose. ​

The Valor Podcast’s Nick Layman talks with Major (RET) Joshua Mantz about his book “The Beauty of a Darker Soul.” Mantz was wounded in action in Iraq and was declared dead for 15 minutes. He has used this experience with trauma to help people through a darker soul. CLICK ON ICON TO LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE […]

Joshua Mantz is a retired Major who commanded in the Army for a decade.  Joshua has also recently authored the book to be released in August: “The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma Through the Power of Human Connection.” In 2007 he was very seriously wounded by a sniper on the outskirts of Sadr City, and he actually died for 15 minutes. He talks with Commander Divine about what the experience of dying was like, and the mental challenges of emotional trauma.  Find out how you can help with his mission and how he has dealt with the kind of very serious trauma that he has faced.

Joshua Mantz is a retired Major who commanded in the Army for a decade.  Joshua has also recently authored the book to be released in August: "The Beauty of a Darker Soul: Overcoming Trauma Through the Power of Human Connection." In 2007 he was very seriously wounded by a sniper on the outskirts of Sadr City, and he actually died for 15 minutes. He talks with Commander Divine about what the experience of dying was like, and the mental challenges of emotional trauma.  Find out how you can help with his mission and how he has dealt with the kind of very serious trauma that he has faced.