#22: Jon Ensign - On Being a Marine, The Value of Taking Risks, and Common Sense

Jon Ensign was a Marine Officer for four years. He talks with Tommy and Dusty about his military life in Afghanistan, ranging from the everyday mundane to the harrowing intensity of combat. In a broad-ranging discussion, Jon shares how preparation for and recovery from his experiences changed his perspective on humanity, deepened his gratitude for life, and enhanced his understanding about the significance of taking risks. Find Ourselves QoW: "When have I given too much of myself in a relationship? What did that look like? What lesson did that leave me with?" Tommy's Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms/dp/1592408419 (Daring Greatly) by Brene Brown Dusty's Recommendation: The Captain America mythos, movies and comics. Jon's Recommendation: Woodworking and Sea Shanties LLWL: The only difference in being lost and being on an adventure is a sense of curiosity. Help us continue to develop by rating and reviewing the podcast. It is hugely appreciated. You can follow Dusty or Tommy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dustinriedesel/?hl=en (@dustinriedesel) & https://www.instagram.com/tommycooksey/?hl=en (@tommycooksey)