In this episode,retired New Jersey police officer, trauma survivor, and mental health advocate Kevin Donaldson discusses his incredible journey from enduring unimaginable darkness to becoming a guiding light for others. Kevin shares his experiences during a traumatic police incident, his battles with PTSD, and how he found purpose in helping others. The conversation also delves into the importance of authenticity, overcoming adversity, and moving the ball forward in life.

 

Episode Highlights:

13:42 The Life-Changing Incident

22:41 Finding Purpose in Group Therapy

23:18 The Origin of The Suffering Podcast

23:36 Embracing Pain and Trauma

25:37 Building a Brand Accidentally

28:07 The Reality of Police and Military Mental Health

33:44 Moving the Ball in Life

 

Connect with Kevin:

Website: https://www.realkevindonaldson.com

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thesufferingpodcast?si=cvwB7XAAtHrcmm9B

Kevin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realkevindonaldson

The Suffering Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesufferingpodcast

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/real-kevin-p-donaldson

Kevin's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevinkpd

The Suffering Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesufferingpodcast

Clapper: @thesufferingpodcast

X - The Suffering Podcast: @TheSufferingPO1

X - Kevin P. Donaldson: @RealKevinDon

 

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If you’re ready to take your brand, career, or leadership to the next level, reach out to Jen at info@jenniferagarrett.com to see how she can help you make it happen.

In this episode, retired New Jersey police officer, trauma survivor, and mental health advocate Kevin Donaldson discusses his incredible journey from enduring unimaginable darkness to becoming a guiding light for others. Kevin shares his experiences during a traumatic police incident, his battles with PTSD, and how he found purpose in helping others. The conversation also delves into the importance of authenticity, overcoming adversity, and moving the ball forward in life.
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Episode Highlights:
13:42&nbsp;The Life-Changing Incident
22:41&nbsp;Finding Purpose in Group Therapy
23:18&nbsp;The Origin of The Suffering Podcast
23:36&nbsp;Embracing Pain and Trauma
25:37&nbsp;Building a Brand Accidentally
28:07&nbsp;The Reality of Police and Military Mental Health
33:44&nbsp;Moving the Ball in Life
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Connect with Kevin:
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.realkevindonaldson.com_&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=ifmBVjl5FdokCXF_JQ5wSV-zYhfo9ryJrJugHe63Ihk&amp;e=">https://www.realkevindonaldson.com</a>
YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__youtube.com_-40thesufferingpodcast-3Fsi-3DcvwB7XAAtHrcmm9B&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=a39pEo2IvzztRPrLI9uJc5n-O-6f3MlC8Q-z6cOTHsU&amp;e=">https://youtube.com/@thesufferingpodcast?si=cvwB7XAAtHrcmm9B</a>
Kevin's Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.instagram.com_realkevindonaldson-3Figsh-3DeWx4MWJpdmNqd2E1&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=g7Hz4Ndn1lbEcd66WJeDHKZeAiF7apNavE7rs-a6Zpw&amp;e=">https://www.instagram.com/realkevindonaldson</a>
The Suffering Podcast Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.instagram.com_thesufferingpodcast-3Figsh-3DMXVrZXFkazJoMXF0cg-3D-3D&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=d4V_fVcIzuxHe7e18sZAQIjQLaszssk6y9xgYN9KPsk&amp;e=">https://www.instagram.com/thesufferingpodcast</a>
LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.linkedin.com_in_real-2Dkevin-2Dp-2Ddonaldson-3Futm-5Fsource-3Dshare-26utm-5Fcampaign-3Dshare-5Fvia-26utm-5Fcontent-3Dprofile-26utm-5Fmedium-3Dios-5Fapp&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=Zu04cTiRpIhkeXkyhJzsLzxh9RLM-EfFAHbRFUbOaIE&amp;e=">https://www.linkedin.com/in/real-kevin-p-donaldson</a>
Kevin's Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_kevinkpd-3Fmibextid-3DLQQJ4d&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=qciRATylODOUGTGEbJEzcNBnP84N1P5vsQrHHmgEmog&amp;e=">https://www.facebook.com/kevinkpd</a>
The Suffering Podcast Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_thesufferingpodcast-3Fmibextid-3DLQQJ4d&amp;d=DwMFAg&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=1ugML3COIHwfHtCjs9I-lc6zpCdpGRKM8SDRnnmE68Q&amp;m=LuRDeFL58QTWuB4py5DrVKCC4-Im2CMcFROm7eG79v49GuYk8UoEYeqfv3j6UVmh&amp;s=sd3QEHeG6dteATz0LEIcSz2q_yt89NSnSfjydylviq0&amp;e=">https://www.facebook.com/thesufferingpodcast</a>
Clapper:&nbsp;@thesufferingpodcast
X - The Suffering Podcast:&nbsp;@TheSufferingPO1
X - Kevin P. Donaldson:&nbsp;@RealKevinDon
&nbsp;
IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:
🔗&nbsp;Sign Up for Jen's&nbsp;The Executive Edge&nbsp;Newsletter on LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thenextfirstdown.com/">https://www.thenextfirstdown.com</a>
📖&nbsp;Unlock Exclusive Career &amp; Branding Resources with&nbsp;The Executive Edge Pro Playbook:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.executiveedgeplaybook.com/">http://www.executiveedgeplaybook.com</a>
🔗&nbsp;Learn more about Jen's services and how she can help you move the ball:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.getinsidethehuddle.com/">https://www.getinsidethehuddle.com</a>
🔗&nbsp;Connect with Jen on LinkedIn for exclusive content:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/movetheball">https://www.linkedin.com/in/movetheball</a>
📸&nbsp;Follow the movement on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/movetheball/">https://www.instagram.com/movetheball/</a>
📚&nbsp;Grab a Copy of&nbsp;Move the Ball&nbsp;on Amazon:&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/3XG1FOO">https://amzn.to/3XG1FOO</a>
📚&nbsp;Grab a Copy of&nbsp;Dominate the Game&nbsp;on Amazon:&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/43CzOD1">https://amzn.to/43CzOD1</a>
🎧&nbsp;Listen to a Sample of&nbsp;Dominate the Game&nbsp;Audiobook:&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/playtodominate">https://bit.ly/playtodominate</a>
If you&rsquo;re ready to take your brand, career, or leadership to the next level, reach out to Jen at&nbsp;info@jenniferagarrett.com&nbsp;to see how she can help you make it happen.

This podcast is your go-to source for elite strategies to elevate your performance, fast-track your growth, and dominate in business and life. Renowned brand architect, business growth expert, best-selling author, and trusted real estate connector, Jennifer A. Garrett, takes you inside the minds of champion athletes, influential executives, and powerhouse entrepreneurs who have mastered the art of winning. Learn from their experiences, gain exclusive insights, and apply their high-performance tactics to stay ahead of the competition. Whether you're an athlete, business professional, or ambitious entrepreneur, this podcast equips you with the tools, mindset, and inspiration to lead with confidence, advance your career, and achieve elite success.

It’s time for you to move like an athlete and win like a CEO. Suit up, show up, and move the ball.

This podcast is your go-to source for elite strategies to elevate your performance, fast-track your growth, and dominate in business and life. Renowned brand architect, business growth expert, best-selling author, and trusted real estate connector, Jennifer A. Garrett, takes you inside the minds of champion athletes, influential executives, and powerhouse entrepreneurs who have mastered the art of winning. Learn from their experiences, gain exclusive insights, and apply their high-performance tactics to stay ahead of the competition. Whether you're an athlete, business professional, or ambitious entrepreneur, this podcast equips you with the tools, mindset, and inspiration to lead with confidence, advance your career, and achieve elite success.
It&rsquo;s time for you to move like an athlete and win like a CEO. Suit up, show up, and move the ball.

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