What if healing from trauma didn’t start with talking—but with purpose and community?
In this episode of The Asset Mindset, host Daniel Fielding sits down with Jason McCoy, founder of Index Archery, to explore how archery became a powerful therapeutic tool for veterans and first responders navigating post-traumatic stress. Jason shares his journey from military service and personal loss to building a nonprofit rooted in connection, storytelling, and post-traumatic growth. This conversation unpacks mindset, gratitude, community, and how finding purpose can transform pain into lasting impact.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Asset Mindset Podcast
01:38 Jason McCoy's Journey and Archery Therapy
05:12 Childhood Lessons and Overcoming Adversity
06:49 Recognizing Breaking Points and Coping Mechanisms
08:35 The Power of Perspective
10:19 Finding Gratitude in Everyday Life
12:16 The Importance of Connection with Nature
13:47 The Birth of Index Archery
20:01 Transforming Pain into Purpose
24:55 The Impact of Archery on Mental Health
27:53 Building Community through Archery
32:35 The Dynamics of Firearms and Archery Communities
34:29 The Impact of Archery on Lives
35:21 Transformative Power of Passion and Purpose
38:32 Reframing Grief into Celebration
41:16 The Importance of Self-Reflection
44:40 Building a Supportive Community
47:15 Vision for the Future: EPIC Retreat
51:54 Finding Purpose in Life
54:58 Lessons from the Past
59:04 The Power of Storytelling
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