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Not every veteran’s war ends when the uniform comes off. For Mike Christensen, the battlefield followed him home—in stress, in silence, and in the crushing expectation to just “figure it out.” But through purpose-driven entrepreneurship and the creation of Freedom for Heroes, Mike shows us that leadership doesn’t end after service; it simply evolves.
1. Purpose is the Antidote to the Void Mike didn’t come home to rest—he came home to rebuild. With custom homes, construction, and community service, he created a new mission for himself. Not to escape the war, but to transform what he brought back from it.
2. Leadership Must Be Re-Learned The knife-hand might get results in uniform, but not in a business or family. Mike’s journey from command-and-control to servant leadership was powered by mentorship, coaching, and a willingness to unlearn what no longer served him.
3. Freedom for Heroes Offers a Backdoor to Healing You can’t fix what people won’t admit is broken. Through outdoor adventures, community hikes, and mental health partnerships, Mike’s nonprofit creates space where vulnerability is safe, not shameful.
So What’s The Point?: Healing doesn’t require a diagnosis—it requires purpose, proximity, and permission to feel.
Your Next EASIEST Step: Know a veteran who’s isolated? Don’t ask them if they’re okay. Invite them on a hike, a workout, or a walk. Create space for the conversation to happen.
Join the Alignment Village: For purpose-driven leadership beyond the uniform, visit NextLevelVillage.com and take the first step toward living aligned.
