Welcome back to the Helping The Brave Podcast. In today's heartfelt episode, we're joined by a truly resilient soul, Derick Johnson, who has turned his turbulent childhood riddled with bullying and family challenges into a catalyst for a life dedicated to fitness, self-improvement, and serving others. Derick shares with us how his early encounters with adversity pushed him to seek strength not just physically but also mentally, eventually leading him to heal his inner child and becoming a beacon of hope for many. Our host Ed Parcaut engages in a profound conversation highlighting the parallels between Derick's struggles and those commonly faced by military personnel, drawing attention to the often-overlooked inner battles brought on by PTSD. We'll dive into Derick's journey from standing up to bullies at the young age of 16 to enlisting in the National Guard, where he served for ten years. After his military service, Derick continued to empower others through fitness and life coaching. Despite connectivity issues all the way from Panama, Derick gives us an insight into his digital platform, "Fit with Derek," where he aids his clients in breaking old patterns to not only survive but thrive through personalized coaching strategies. So buckle up for an inspiring conversation that traverses the power of overcoming fears, the crucial balance needed in our digital lives, and the morning routines that set high performers apart. And remember, Derick's challenge to us all: How can we become someone we are proud of and positively impact the world? Don't miss this transformative dialogue that’s sure to motivate you to conquer your own battles. Stay tuned for "Helping the Brave-Derick Johnson." And if you're moved by his story, be sure to follow Derick on his social platforms and check out his services at fitwithderrick.com. Let's get started. Follow Ed on all social media outlets @EdParcaut Need more information? Please visit https://www.edparcaut.com #HelpingTheBrave #EdParcautPodcast #FitnessJourney #InnerChildHealing #LifeCoaching #MilitaryFitness #DerickJohnson #TransformYourLife #BreakOldPatterns #ThrivingNotJustSurviving #FitWithDerrick #MasterYourMornings #HealthyLifestyleBalance #PersonalGrowthChallenge #BeTheChange #RealTransformationStories #SupportTheTroops #MindBodyConnection #OvercomeYourFears #MentalHealthAwareness #BuildingResilience #VeteranWellness