What does healing look like after war? Who helps the helpers when they break? And how do men face the pain they’ve buried for decades?

In this soul-level conversation, Erick sits down with Chaplain Sy Alli—a man who served with honor and now leads with heart. From military combat to mental health recovery, Sy’s journey reveals what happens when strength collapses, faith is tested, and identity is shattered.

He doesn’t speak in theory. He speaks from scars.

They explore the unspoken trauma many veterans carry, how emotions were trained out of them, and what it takes to finally feel again. Sy opens up about grief, loss, suicidal thoughts, and how his work as a chaplain is not about preaching—it’s about presence.

You’ll hear about his book Out of the Storm, his work with the PHIT Squad, and why leadership today must begin with vulnerability.

This episode is for men who are tired of pretending. For fathers, soldiers, helpers, and healers. For those ready to stop performing and start processing.

Whether you’re a veteran, a man in crisis, or someone who’s never told the full truth out loud—this episode will meet you where you are and help you move forward.

BOOKS / COURSES / PRODUCTS
Out of the Storm – https://phitsquad.com/product/out-of-the-storm-ebook/

CHAPLAIN SY ALLI – LINKS
Website – http://www.phitsquad.com/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/syalli
X (Twitter) – https://x.com/syalli1
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ChaplainSyAlli

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RAW MINDS PODCAST LINKS
YouTube – https://youtube.com/@rawminds-cs3ci
Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3I7hBJgYDdS8UQpbMl9bdt
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/rawmindspodcast
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@rawmindspodcast
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1CRWJaV5qh
Website – https://www.rawminds.ca
Email – rawmindspodcast@gmail.com

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
You are not alone.
Canada: 1 833 456 4566
USA: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

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