John Lisle – Reflections on Leadership, Resilience, and the Healing Power of the Outdoors

Hometown Hero Outdoors Podcast

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In this introspective and powerful episode, we sit down with John Lisle, a military veteran, father, and proud member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, to talk about leadership, mental health, and the deep healing found in the outdoors. John shares: His military journey and the bond formed through motorcycle riding How hunting rekindled purpose after Iraq The emotional power of father-son connections in the wild Why reflection, humility, and seeking help are essential to strong leadership We explore the role of self-awareness in leading others and dive into the mental health challenges that too often go unspoken in the veteran and first responder communities. John brings honesty, vulnerability, and a quiet strength to the mic in this episode that’s both grounding and deeply moving.

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