In this episode, we interview military veteran and police sergeant “Tom,” who is one of the co-founders of The Dark Horse Project. Tom discusses his time in the military, including traumatic events that occurred over his three deployments and the impact of those traumatic events on his personal life.
Tom also discusses his career in law enforcement, working for a large urban law enforcement agency. He discusses critical incidents he experienced during his military and law enforcement career and the loss of a close friend to suicide. He alludes to his need to help prepare his subordinates and coworkers for tactical situations, as a means of managing his own anxiety and PTSD.
Tom helped co-found The Dark Horse Project with his military buddy Chris. The Dark Horse Project sponsors veterans and first responders on trips to Montana - to reconnect them with nature, engage them in recreational and therapeutic outdoor activities, and to help give them a support system to help them manage their stress and PTSD. If you or someone you know might benefit from this type of excursion, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Chris or Tom at www.darkhorseproject.net or on Instagram at @darkhorseproject.
