🎙️ From Pain to Purpose | Coach Rob’s Story of Mental Health, Resilience & Redemption

In this powerful episode of the Called 2 Serve Podcast, host Reggie Hubbard sits down with Coach Rob—a Navy veteran and 17-year law enforcement officer from Fort Lauderdale—who opens up about his battle with PTSD, anxiety, and major depressive disorder.

After losing his gym business during COVID-19 and navigating the emotional toll of trauma, Coach Rob turned his life around through fitness, mindset, and faith. Now, he's on a mission to help others transform their pain into purpose.

This raw, authentic conversation touches on:

✔️ The struggles of transitioning from military to civilian life

✔️ The emotional weight of losing a dream

✔️ Mental health in law enforcement

✔️ Why vulnerability, self-respect, and discipline matter

✔️ The flaws in the VA system—and how to fight for what you deserve

✔️ The healing power of fitness and community

🔔 If you’ve ever felt like giving up—this episode is for you.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Introduction and Welcome

00:20 – Meet Coach Rob

02:52 – Military to Civilian Transition

07:24 – Trauma & Personal Relationships

10:50 – Navigating the VA System

17:23 – Losing a Business & Identity

21:02 – Job-Related Trauma

23:54 – The Power of Respect

27:40 – Mindset & Fitness for Healing

31:24 – Fun Facts About Coach Rob

34:38 – Closing Words & Gratitude

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