Steve Adubato is joined by Sgt. Terrell Washington, Former U.S. Army Soldier of the 82nd Airborne Division and Board Member at Backpacks for Life, to discuss the struggles veterans face when returning to civilian life and how he empowers fellow veterans through advocacy, support, and resources.

Steve asks Sgt. Washington about the organization and its impact. Sgt. Washington explains that transitioning from military to civilian life is difficult because service members are taught how to be soldiers but not how to reintegrate into society. Many veterans leave the military without guidance, leading some to substance abuse or even self-harm. He emphasizes a significant disconnect between military and civilian life that needs to be addressed.