Sometimes the most honest conversations we ever have… are the ones we have with ourselves at 4AM.

In this late-night reflection, I found myself sitting at my computer thinking about life, age, purpose, and the reality of moving forward after decades of service and experience.

After over 30 years connected to the military, finishing my bachelor’s degree at 52 years old, and spending 13 years at the same rank, I started asking myself some real questions:

• When is it time to move on?
• When do we accept reality versus chasing expectations?
• How do you know when you’ve done your part?

This isn’t a pity party.
This isn’t a cry for help.

This is just one of those honest 4AM conversations with yourself that happens when the world is quiet and your mind starts reflecting.

If you've ever been awake in the middle of the night thinking about life, purpose, aging, and the next chapter… this conversation might resonate with you.

Welcome to the real thoughts that come at 4AM.

In this episode of the Trek Through Poetry Podcast, I’m sharing my vision for 2026: a commitment to create and publish over 300 podcast episodes. I reflection the power of setting goals in the present tense and the importance of moving with intention across all areas of life—from my YouTube channel and social media to my Master’s degree in Strategic Communications and my 31-year military career.

Key Highlights:

• The 300-Episode Challenge: My plan to maximize my time and hit a major milestone in 2026.
• Overcoming Fear: A candid look at my journey from being terrified of public speaking to briefing thousands of people in my role as an emergency management coordinator.
• Life as a Published Author: The inspiration behind my books, Taste My Poetry, Taste My Soul, Ballads of a Poetier, and The Book of King: Thoughts, Quotes & Invocations.
• Intentional Growth: Using existing strengths to overcome shyness and push through life's resistence.

Connect With Me

• Soul Toucha the Poet YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@soultouchathepoet

• The King & Eye Life Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1MzTaLeM3eAGkDIHpGTggB?si=Y6k4nTSOQxKWTUrKpMC4Jg
• Thirty Years In.. Raised on Rations Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6udlibsn4mDmiRypvsrwLQ?si=WgreNsSDQ8-snYVHW7lJ0Q

Connect With Miniimah

· The Magic of 5 Minutes https://linktr.ee/mpowerucoaching

I just returned from a 7-day Veterans Medical Tour in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, hosted by Veterans Care International (VCI). In this unfiltered and unscripted episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about the experience—from the medical appointments and therapeutic treatments to the excursions and investment opportunities.

Whether you’re dealing with service-connected disabilities or just looking for a wellness reset, I share my personal journey with chiropractic care, acupuncture, and more.

In this video, I cover:

• How to qualify and what paperwork you need (like your disability breakdown letter).

  
  

• What the medical treatments are actually like (Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Massage, etc.).

  
  

• The "Reset Circles" for men and women.

  
  

• The cost, travel requirements, and what to expect from the accommodations.

  
  

• Investment opportunities at Legacy Heights with Boardwalk Developments.

  
  

Links Mentioned:

• Website: VeteransInternational.com

  
  

• Join the weekly webinar: Every Tuesday (Details on the website)

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