Shawn Ryan Show #156 Chris Fettes - A SEAL Team 6 Sniper’s Worst Nightmare
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Jan 6, 2025 
Chris Fettes, a former Navy SEAL with 13 years of combat experience and now the CEO of Be Free Craft Ice Cream, shares his remarkable journey from the battlefield to the ice cream business. He discusses the emotional challenges of transitioning to civilian life, emphasizing the importance of identity and personal growth. Fettes reflects on his childhood trauma and how it shaped him, while also revealing the innovative flavors inspired by his service. His passion for ice cream not only serves as a creative outlet but also a way to give back to the community.
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Transitioning to Civilian Life
- Close the door on your military career and accept it's over.
- Try new things until you find something you enjoy, then fully commit.
The SOF Spell
- Military service, especially in SOF, changes individuals profoundly, almost like a spell.
- Transitioning back to civilian life requires morphing back into one's true self.
The Quiet Professional's Struggle
- Leaving the military can feel like a betrayal to some within the SOF community, contributing to veteran suicide.
- The "quiet professional" code doesn't always apply to civilian life; it's about respectful transition, not disrespect.
