Episode Details

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sat down with Ryan Reichert, a retired Army lieutenant colonel, author, and speaker whose journey has taken him from small-town America to the frontlines of combat—and, ultimately, to a place of hope and healing. Ryan shares his favorite grounding quote from Isaiah 40:31: “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Through raw stories about battling addiction, the lifelong effects of PTSD, and rebuilding after dark seasons, Ryan shows us how this scripture isn’t just a comfort, but a battle-tested formula for resilience. Our conversation unpacks what real trust looks like—not just as an abstract concept, but as a daily act of surrender and perseverance, even when life doesn’t make sense. Listeners seeking honest wisdom and encouragement will find both practical tools and fresh inspiration to keep pressing forward, fail forward, and trust deeper—no matter where you are on your journey.

Connect with Ryan Reichert

Website:https://www.protectorinstinct.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ArmyRT1978/

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Chapters

00:00 New Strength Through Faith
00:32 Introduction To Ryan Reichert
01:16 Sharing A Life-Shaping Quote
01:46 Stories Behind The Favorite Quote
02:36 Overcoming Addiction And PTSD
04:22 Embracing Trust And Surrender
06:18 Generosity And Seeing The Good
07:26 Coping With Loss And Change
07:54 Making Trust Concrete
10:23 Trusting Beyond Outcomes
11:29 Hope Rising From Tragedy
13:30 Trusting Beyond Human Logic
15:56 The Long Way Is The Shortcut
16:40 The Value Of Putting In The Work
18:03 Don’t Skip The Strength Step
19:13 Failing Forward In Life And Business
20:17 Only Fail When You Stop
21:26 The Power Of Perseverance
22:21 Where To Find Ryan Online
23:29 Closing And Final Wisdom