Growth, Connection and Finding Your Way Forward

David Jones joins us to talk about the importance of constantly growing, changing, and adapting. After a long career in the Marine Corps, he understands firsthand how challenging the transition from military life to the civilian world can be. The structure, expectations, and relationships are vastly different, and finding your place in that new environment isn't always easy. David's passion is helping veterans navigate those transitions through Steele Sharpens Steele (S3) , a veteran-led, peer-led, nonclinical platform built around connection, relationships, and continued personal growth. With the philosophy of "Forged by Service, Strengthened by Brotherhood and Sisterhood," S3 creates opportunities for veterans to learn from one another and build meaningful connections. One of the important shifts is learning leadership without rank . In the military, rank provides structure, but civilian life requires a different approach to leadership and relationships. Through its sessions, S3 encourages listening, learning, and building connections without the barriers of rank. Is there a finish line? David says the goal is for every veteran to know about S3 and have access to its resources. That means continually adapting, improving, and expanding outreach through the VA, veteran resource agencies, and other organizations. The mission is always evolving because the needs of veterans are always changing. And there's something new! S3 has added an Open Forum , available Monday through Friday from 3:00–10:00, creating another opportunity for veterans to connect, share, and support one another. Music Guest: Kimberly Meyer – Plainview, Nebraska Kimberly Meyer joins us after spending two weeks working in Nashville, including the Josie Awards and recording new music! She's continually working to spread the word about her music and share her stories through songwriting. Her three featured songs each bring their own story and perspective: Song #1 – "You Do It to Yourself": Based on a true story, this song delivers a message that comes from real-life experiences and the choices we make. Song #2 – "Dreaming in Reverse": A deeply personal song that came out of Kimberly's journey through grief, including the loss of her father. As she worked through those emotions, she experienced realizations that helped shape the song. Song #3 – "Two-Lane Therapy": Sometimes life gets overwhelming, and the best thing you can do is hit the highway. This song is about processing life, finding perspective, and recognizing that sometimes a detour is exactly what you need. A conversation about growth, connection, and finding your way forward — whether that's through brotherhood and sisterhood, music, or simply taking the long way down a two-lane highway.