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Coming Home Well

Reclaiming Life: The Courageous Journeys of Veterans and Multiple Myeloma Patients

  • S4E150
  • 1:02:56
  • March 16th 2025

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring parallel narratives of military veterans returning home from their tours of duty and multiple myeloma patients facing their relentless battles for survival. We explore both groups' challenges, including emotional, mental, and physical struggles, as they strive for healing and remission.

Join us as we highlight the collaboration between Coming Home Well and the Kut2ThaChase Foundation for the project "Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope," an upcoming documentary which aims to raise awareness and support for these courageous individuals. The film seeks to be a catalyst for meaningful conversation about life after cancer and the remarkable journey of the group as they navigate Camino de Santiago to inspire hope, foster understanding, and generate support for both groups. Ultimately, "Reclaiming Life" serves as a reminder that healing is a journey taken one step at a time, and that together, we can reclaim our lives and embrace the promise of a brighter future.

Special Guest: Gregory Proctor

- Coming Home Well: https://cominghomewell.com/

- Kut2ThaChase Foundation: https://k2tcpodcast.com/

- "Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope" Project: https://reclaiming-life.com

- Relevant mental health resources and support networks for veterans and cancer patients.

Connect with Us:

- Follow us on social media: FB Group Reclaiming Life: Reclaim, Rise & Thrive

- Join our community for updates and support:

[website] https://reclaiming-life.com/

[donations] https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/join-the-movement-reclaiming-life-a-cancer-story-of-hope

- Share your thoughts and experiences with us by emailing [email protected].

- Interested in learning more about our guest Gregory O. Proctor, please visit https://gregoryoproctor.com or to purchase his book FAITH, STRENGTH, AND COURAGE: A Memoir of Overcoming Adversity & Embracing Life's Journey, please visit https://a.co/d/ajX5IA3

Call to Action:

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Coming Home Well

Hosted by Dr. Tyler Pieron, this podcast explores resources available for Veterans and their families that assist with healing the trauma of war. These resources are alternative avenues to the traditional and touches on the general topics, mission and ways to connect. On occasion Tyler, will also be joined by historians as they revisit significant events within our military history to ensure our heroes are not forgotten and to elevate the knowledge of sacrifice and serve.

Meet the Host

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Dr. Tyler Pieron
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Dr. Tyler Pieron is an Army veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan (and a few other conflicts). He served in the Army’s Criminal Investigation Command as a Special Agent until he was medically retired. Tyler hosts Coming Home Well’s radio and podcast shows and focuses on TBI research and helping veterans wade through the bureaucracy to obtain benefits, especially education.

Tyler used his GI Bill benefits to earn a Master of Science degree in Cyber Security Policy and then a PhD. in Information Assurance after receiving a sabbatical and scholarship from the Pat Roberts Intelligence Scholars Program. Tyler lives with his wife Claire, their 3 children (2 boys and a girl), 3 dogs (Beagle, Boxer and Great Dane), 2 lizards (Bearded Dragon and Leopard Gecko), and many fish, near Charlottesville, VA, where he works with the Department of Defense on cyber intelligence issues.