On this episode of the World Changing Veterans Podcast, former Marine Jason Lewis opens up about how addiction nearly cost him everything.

Jason shares what finally made sobriety stick after multiple attempts, and how learning to ask for help transformed not just his personal life but the way he leads and shows up for others.

He talks about finding healing through ultra running and his community with the Houston Area Trail Runners, the power of “progress, not perfection,” and why he believes small acts of service create the biggest ripples.

Jason also shares his beekeeping journey and how mentor Michael Kaltenbach of Soldiers of Wax helped him not only learn the craft, but reminded him what it looks like when someone gives their time freely and expects nothing in return.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

01:04 Meet Jason Lewis

01:39 Marine Background

03:01 Weight and Ultra Running

05:27 Addiction Takes Hold

08:47 Rock Bottom and Rehab

11:45 Living Intentionally

14:25 Community Through Running

19:59 Leadership and Impact

21:58 Beekeeping and Soldiers of Wax

25:04 World Changing Defined

25:51 Shoutouts and ClosingWays to connect:

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