Create Your Own Light
We all want to live a life we desire and deserve versus merely existing. Each week, join Travis Howze, U.S. Marine, former Police Officer and Firefighter, World Touring Stand Up Comedian, Motivational Speaker and Best Selling Author as he draws from a lifetime of experiences from unbelievably hysterical stories to unspeakable traumatic events and engages directly with his supporters and listeners, taking off-the-cuff questions and topic suggestions to produce a unique broadcast atmosphere, where you, the listener, has a say in the show. If you struggle with purpose, looking for inspiration, have a friend or loved one who could use support, or simply want to laugh and cry in your vehicle, couch, or go-to place, this podcast is a must for you!
Episodes
130 episodes since 2021
The Illusion of Happiness
In this episode I talk about the current burn out that I am experiencing and how a simple shift in thinking is helping me breathe. I go on to talk about the illusion of happiness and the search for my old self. Enjoy! Grab My Bo...
August 05, 2024
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Episode 130
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46:02
A Hero's Welcome
In this episode I discuss the challenges of being physically injured in the line of duty vs morally injured in the line of duty. I go on to talk about prioritizing work and family and the broken homes of tough guys. Enjoy! Grab My Bo...
June 26, 2024
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Episode 129
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38:40
Spouses Suffering in Silence
In this episode I talk about the spouses and the important role that they play in the wellness recovery of an individual diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress. I go on to talk about leadership, social media stress and more. Enjoy. Visit ...
May 21, 2024
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Episode 128
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43:23
Infidelity Among First Responder Families
In this episode I discuss the extremely uncomfortable topic of infidelity among first responder families. My hope is to shed a little light onto this dark epidemic that is also plaquing our first responders along with mental wellness. This will...
April 10, 2024
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Episode 127
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54:38
The Best Defense is NO DEFENSE
In this episode I discuss how sometimes the best defense can be no defense. I also get into how much of our time we are truly in control of and learning how to see things through the lens of other people, not just your own. Enjoy!Visit ...
March 21, 2024
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Episode 126
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37:57
Spouses Who Poke the PTSD Bear
In this episode I discuss spousal disagreements and the importance of knowing when to walk away vs stand your ground in a potentially volatile situation with your loved one. I also go on to talk about hypervigilance and understanding the mind o...
March 06, 2024
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Episode 125
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38:32
When a Mother Fu#%er Tests You
In this episode I discuss the importance of controlling your reaction to other people's ignorance. I go on to talk about other people who take your relationship for granted by constantly testing your patience and how to handle those situations....
February 12, 2024
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Episode 124
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48:18
What's Your Family Worth to You
In this episode I discuss how to break toxic cycles that impede positive growth. I go on to talk about the importance of having a supportive cast in your corner during this process. I also discuss the value of your personal legacy and climbing ...
January 25, 2024
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Episode 123
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45:57
How Hypervigilance Destroys a Family
In this episode I discuss the upcoming release of my new book while reflecting on my journey of growth. I go on to discuss the importance of understanding your family tree and just how certain individuals can unknowingly impact your bloodline f...
January 10, 2024
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Episode 122
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43:07
Family Over Career or Career Over Family
In this episode I discuss putting what matters the most at the forefront of our lives. Is it our family or our career? I go on to explain how many of us choose the devil we know vs the devil we dont and the potential cost associated with ...
December 03, 2023
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Episode 121
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48:12
Everything is an Emergency
In this episode I discuss being too hard on ourselves and knowing when to stop taking the blame for things. I go on to talk about people who attempt to take advantage of the term friendship and why everything in our life seems to be an emergenc...
November 08, 2023
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Episode 120
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45:01
Know Your Worth and Thank Your Spouse
In this episode I discuss having the ability to establish your value as it pertains to time, money, relationships and friendships. I go on to talk about celebrating small mental health victories even when no one is looking. I conclude with aski...
October 22, 2023
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Episode 119
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47:54
Keyboard Warriors and BS Apologies
In this episode I tell a few short stories about my recent experience on TikTok and the most ridiculous apology I have ever heard. I go on to talk about friends who are really there for and support you vs ones that would rather see you unsucces...
October 13, 2023
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Episode 118
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35:53
Friends in No Places
In this episode I talk about the illusion of happiness and the importance of friends. I go on to discuss the power of self-restraint in a challenging world and not using your PTSD diagnosis as an excuse to be an asshole. Enjoy! Visit ou...
September 17, 2023
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Episode 117
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1:02:02
Those who say F#%K the Police
In this episode I ask the million-dollar question to those who say F#%K the Police. I go on to talk about how pathetic it is to engage with keyboard warriors and how other people's opinion of you should play zero role in your life. I go on to t...
August 23, 2023
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Episode 116
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39:08
Nothing Left To Prove
In this episode I discuss why some have trouble walking away from confrontations even against our better judgement. I go on to talk about that feeling inside just before losing self-control and the collateral damage that causes to those around ...
August 09, 2023
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Episode 115
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32:37
The Monster I Became is NOT the Man I AM
In this episode I discuss how loyalty can stunt your growth and affect not only your happiness but your families happiness. I also get into the importance of diversifying your happiness, living in a virtual world and intentionally hurting the p...
July 30, 2023
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Episode 114
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41:21
Emotionless Wreck
In this episode I discuss the inability to show emotion to those who need it from us the most and why we seem so cold during the moments. I also get into changing perspective from negative thoughts and situations. I go on to talk about being ma...
July 13, 2023
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Episode 113
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41:06
Time Is Not On Our Side
In this episode I discuss the importance placing unreasonable expectations on other people. I also get into how we mold others around us without even knowing we are doing it. I go on to talk about discourteous people and making the attempt to r...
June 28, 2023
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Episode 112
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30:57
Be Where Your Feet Are
In this episode I discuss having the ability to tune out the chaos while welcoming the happy moments in life. I go on to talk about Golden Opportunities and how many of us are too afraid to take a chance on uncertainty. I also get into working ...
June 12, 2023
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Episode 111
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54:34
None of This Matters
In this episode I discuss doing whatever it takes to be happy. I go on to talk about letting go and living in moments. I get into living vicariously through your children if you have them. This is all going away for all of us so why not enjoy i...
May 12, 2023
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Episode 110
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35:03
Confronting Your Abuser
In this episode I discuss the potential disappointment of meeting your heroes. I go on to talk about the abuser / abusee relationship and why we allow abuse to happen from both points of view. I also get into why we can be so angry at times. En...
April 20, 2023
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Episode 109
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40:30
Know When To Shut Your Mouth
In this episode I discuss the benefits of keeping your mouth shut during various scenarios and having the ability to maintain self-control. I also get into how we can work through the negative feelings associated with relapsing behavior. I go o...
April 03, 2023
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Episode 108
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40:23
Zero To Zero
In this episode I discuss the difficulty of not being able to emotionally start your own engine and what happens when you give yourself to everyone and everything else around you. I also go on to talk about people taking your kindness for a wea...
March 23, 2023
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Episode 107
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53:59
Soft Front Strong Back
In this episode I discuss having the ability of being strong for those you love while also having the ability to be soft, kind and compassionate at the same time. I go on to talk about the dangers of trauma bonding with like-minded people. I al...
March 13, 2023
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Episode 106
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34:56