TheVetStruggle

It''s pretty much customary at this point to swap stories with another veteran, so take a listen to some of ours. And don't forget to follow @thevetsofentrepreneurship on all of our social media accounts for a different type of content. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle

In this video, we wanted you to dive into who Matthew is and what kind of person he consider himself. Truly a good guy. Follow our other account at @thevetsofentrepreneurship. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle

Matthew is a person that has had the unique opportunity to serve in multiple branches, but we'll let the video tell you more about his experience. Make sure you are following @thevetsofentrepreneurship for more content. Leave us a like, follow us, and comment on any video you'd like. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle

We believe how Matthew has handled everything is a great example for the upcoming gay military members. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Don't ask don't tell was repealed in 2011. This impacted some of our military, and this is the story of one of those people. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship.

We wanted to know how Matthew would suggest for anyone to get to know someone who is gay (or might be gay) in their unit or organization. Communication is a key aspect to everything. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Matthew discusses how Black Tie has helped him and the community. If you want to get more information on this organization, www.blacktie.org is the website to go to. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Matthew discusses how he's no longer afraid of doing new things to explore life and no longer hides how he is. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

We're all about learning how our veterans deal with mental health issues. Maybe this clip will help you deal with some of your own. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

If you've ever been in the military, you fully understand what a smoke pit conversation sounds like. A lot of different jokes can be made, and here's Matthew's perspective. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Coming from a latin background, coming out can be difficult. We wanted to hear how Matthew dealt with this. Watch this short clip on how Matthew dealt with it. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Matthew explains what kind of leader he is. He's genuine and true, and lets his actions define who he is. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Having a community is great, but if you had to return back to a small town, how would you handle it? #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

We believe how Matthew has handled everything is a great example for the upcoming gay military members. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Holding a secret in can feel overwhelming, but once it's out, the relief can be such a relief. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

A lot of what we miss as veterans is a community. Its a sense of belonging, so we wanted to bring some awareness to our gay veterans out there. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

We believe how Matthew has handled everything is a great example for the upcoming gay military members. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

In The VETS Struggle: Matthew Gonzalez (Episode 2), we speak to a gentleman that we stumbled upon in our journeys. Matthew's presence is calm and soothing, and a voice to match. Matthew was the first openly gay Marine in his reserve unit, but it must be noted, his sexuality does not define him. We had a lovely conversation with him, and we an tell you first hand, this Marine is true to his word. He carries the presence of a leader, and is truly caring towards his causes. Before you pass judgment on this video, take some time to listen to it. This video is meant to, not only be understanding, but to show how the early days of "don't ask, don't tell" were. We hope you enjoy this video. Leave us a 5 star review. Share with your friends. Come back next week for the next episode. Enjoy some of our other content at @thevetsofentrepreneurship. And, enjoy our episodes with a glass of Hotel Tango Distillery while you're wearing your American Veteran Apparel Co. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas

Stories of other gay members that were in the military. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

Don't ask don't tell was repealed in 2011. This impacted some of our military, and this is the story of one of those people. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship.

Don't ask don't tell was repealed in 2011. This impacted some of our military, and this is the story of one of those people. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship.

Coming out can be challenging for people, and Matthew's story was something that we weren't expecting. #veterans #military #marines #navy #army #airforce #coastguard #ptsd #ptsdawareness #texas #lgbtqia #Pride #dallas #thevetsstruggle @thevetsofentrepreneurship

The difference in our childhoods vary in different ways, but it seemed as if we had similar things happen. Some good, and some bad. The takeaway was that we are still on this blue marble, and that is something you shouldn't shake your head at.

We've learned that Veterans will always do the unexpected. The good rabbi used to rescue and raise Cayman Crocodiles. We learned so many odd and weird things about the crocs, but it was very informative.

We learn in this clip that the rabbi has had a few different acting gigs to include some parts on the popular tv series, Miami Vice