Mike Morgan’s Journey into Resilience, Ayahuasca & ETMS Therapy

Mike Morgan’s Journey into Resilience, Ayahuasca &ETMS Therapy

In this episode of Tell This Story, Doug White sits down with retired 30-year police officer Michael Morgan, host of TheResilient Warrior Nation podcast, for a raw conversation about law enforcement, trauma, and the long road back to emotional and spiritual health.

From his early days in the Atlanta Police Department to his transition to Suffolk County, Mike shares how the thrill of “chasing evil” and serving his community came with a hidden cost: unprocessed trauma, emotional shutdown, and the slow realization that he was not okay.

Doug and Mike dive deep into the emotional burden carried by first responders, the long shadow of childhood and job-related trauma, and why vulnerability became the greatest gift of Mike’s life. They explore his healing journey through ayahuasca, ETMS therapy, and other alternative modalities, and how those experiences led him to build The Resilient Warrior Nation as a community for first responders, veterans, and families who are ready to heal.

This isn’t therapy. It’s truth, tactics, and a way forward.

Themes in This Episode

The reality of law enforcement culture: adrenaline, dark humor, and the “I’m fine” mask.

Why “I love chasing evil” can coexist with deep emotional injury.

Building respect on the street by earning respect from the community.

The weight of cumulative PTSD and moral injury on first responders.

Why “it’s okay to not be okay”—and why saying it out loud is so hard.

Mike’s journey into plant medicine (ayahuasca) and ETMS-style work as part of his healing.

The role of vulnerability, community support, and self-compassion in recovery.

Why “trauma is trauma” and the barrier to entry is simply raising your hand.

The creation of The Resilient Warrior Nation to servefirst responders, veterans, and anyone carrying invisible weight.

Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and Personal Reflections
03:18 – The Journey to Resilience and Healing
06:10 – First Experiences in Law Enforcement
07:45 – The Thrill of the Chase and the Nature of Evil
08:42 – Building Relationships on the Streets
11:26 – Coping with Trauma and Emotional Challenges
14:25 – Transitioning from Atlanta to Suffolk County
15:46 – Realizations of Carrying Emotional Burdens
18:45 – Exploring Alternative Healing Methods
21:30 – The Call to Psychedelic Therapy
22:30 – Unpacking Emotional Connections
23:40 – The Power of Vulnerability
28:59 – Exploring Healing Modalities
32:59 – The Journey to Plant Medicine
39:25 – Integration and Support Structures
43:16 – The Impact of ETMS Treatment
47:47 – Exploring ETMS Therapy and Its Impact
53:24 – The Birth of Resilient Warrior Nation
01:01:54 – Lessons from Childhood and Vulnerability
01:11:22 – The Journey of Healing and Community Support
01:12:41 – Introduction and Episode Wrap-Up
01:13:05 – Resources and Closing Remarks

⚔️ Connect with Michael “Mike”Morgan – The Resilient Warrior Nation

Website & contact hub
https://theresilientwarriornation.com

YouTube – The Resilient Warrior Nation (full episodes& clips)
https://www.youtube.com/@TheResilientWarriorNation

Podcast – The Resilient Warrior Nation on Amazon Music
https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/75ce7cd9-7250-45f5-abcb-6c3d4d0b0ef6/the-resilient-warrior-nation

Instagram (@theresilientwarrior5778)
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