Military Life, Medical Struggles & Making It in Real Estate

n this episode of *Truth Disorder*, we sit down with Gary to dive deep into his journey—from a tough childhood to military service, dealing with trauma, and eventually finding success in real estate. We cover his struggles, victories, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Plus, we wrap it all up with a karaoke session you won’t want to miss!

🎙 Episode Breakdown

(00:00) - Intro & What to Expect
We kick things off with a quick rundown of today’s episode and what’s in store. From Gary’s upbringing to his time in the military, his first wife, medical challenges, and breaking into real estate—this one’s packed with insights and raw truths.

(03:15) - Gary’s Childhood: The Early Struggles
Gary shares what it was like growing up, the challenges he faced, and how those experiences shaped his resilience. He opens up about the struggles of his upbringing and how they played a role in the choices he made later in life.

(10:45) - Military Life: Discipline, Trauma & Survival
We dive into Gary’s decision to join the military, the experiences that defined him, and the head trauma he suffered during service. He discusses the mental and physical toll of military life and the unexpected battles he faced even after leaving the service.

(22:30) - Love & Loss: Marriage, Stress & Moving Forward
Gary talks about his first wife, the ups and downs of their relationship, and how the pressures of military life and medical challenges added stress to his personal life. He shares some hard lessons learned and what he’d do differently.

(32:00) - The Medical System & Its Failures
From dealing with head trauma to struggling with the medical system, Gary reveals how seeking help sometimes made things worse. We discuss the challenges of getting proper care, the frustration of misdiagnoses, and how medical stressors compounded the struggles he was already facing.

(44:15) - A New Chapter: Becoming a Real Estate Agent
How does someone go from military service and medical struggles to real estate? Gary walks us through his transition into the industry, why he chose real estate, and the mindset shifts that helped him push forward.

(52:00) - How to Succeed as a New Real Estate Agent
For anyone considering a career in real estate, Gary shares his top strategies for crushing it in year one. From building relationships to marketing yourself, he drops valuable advice on what works and what doesn’t when starting out.

(1:02:30) - Wrapping Up with Karaoke! 🎤
What better way to end an episode than with some good ol’ karaoke? We let loose, have fun, and close things out on a high note (literally).

(1:08:00) - Final Thoughts & Outro
We reflect on Gary’s journey, the key takeaways, and what’s next. Plus, a sneak peek at the next episode!

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Music by:
Benny Boone- Beautiful things

Ghetto Boys - Damn it fees good to be a gangsta

George Straight- Carrying Your Love with Me

Zach Bryan