An inspiration and a fraud?

Mike opens up about the surprising impact his podcast has had on others — and himself. He reflects on the unexpected praise he's received and the internal battle between self-belief and self-doubt. Mike also dives into a sensitive topic: being called a fraud for hiring a company to help with his VA disability claim. He explains the process, the emotional weight of receiving 100% disability status, and the guilt of feeling like he’s taking resources from other veterans. Mike sets the record straight about why getting help from the VA is important — and why no veteran should hesitate to seek the benefits they’ve earned. Tune in for a candid look at mental health, self-worth, and the challenges veterans face when navigating the VA system.