The Cost of Our Freedom

We talk a lot about freedom. We celebrate it. We assume it.

But we rarely stop to ask — what did it cost, and who is still paying for it?

In this episode of Between the Sessions, Jason shares a reflection on the unseen toll carried by military members, first responders, and veterans long after the headlines fade and the uniforms come off.

This is not a political conversation.

This is a human one.

We talk about:

• The physical cost stored in the body

• The emotional weight carried in silence

• Why recovery is not weakness — it’s readiness

• And how small acts of support can make a real difference

If you’ve ever thanked someone for their service, this episode will help you understand what that service still looks like years later.

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📍 Hosted by Jason Hayes, LMT | Founder of MilFirst

Because freedom didn’t come free. And for many, it still hasn’t.