Vertical Momentum Resiliency

Richard Kaufman

Let me ask you a question…

Have you ever failed in life? Have you ever done things you are not proud of? How did you deal with it?

For many, it can turn to violence. It can turn to drugs. It can turn to alcohol. It can turn into purely destructive habits. Eventually, it turns inward even more and becomes self-destructive. Often to the point of no return. People just loose hope and give up.

My guest and I are here today to tell you, you don’t have to give in to those temptations and succumb to destruction.

Richard Kaufman’s father left when he was just 3 years old. He grew up moving from school to school. He dropped out of school in 9th grade. He had already become addicted to alcohol by the time he was 12 years old. He joined the Army at age 17.

Because of these untreated alcohol issues coupled with the immaturity, Richard eventually was discharged from the military. This led him to becoming hooked on drugs and even found himself homeless.

He eventually was arrested and then given the option to either attend rehab or go to prison.

He made the correct choice and went to rehab. Eventually, he was able to obtain a special good conduct waiver and reenlisted in the Army. He spent a total of 24 years in military service. But even that was not without mishap. I’ll let him tell the story on that…

On that infamous day of 9-11, Richard, after seeing the tragedy that had unfolded, made the decision that he was going to change his life forever. He dedicated himself to helping others. On the darkest day in American history, Richard Kaufman seen the light and changed his life.

Now honorably discharged, married with 3 children, he is sharing his story about his journey. He helps other retired veterans overcome their obstacles, whether that be health, fitness, addiction, or mental illness related issues.

He has a podcast called the “Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast” and has a Facebook Group by the same name.  He has been interviewed on dozens of podcasts and been featured in magazine and he is the author of the e-book available on Amazon called, “A Hero’s Journey – from Darkness to Light.”

Richard was on our program way, WAY back in 2018 or 2019…but it was about episode 548 or so.  Praise God!

Help me welcome to the program, Richard Kaufman!  Richard it is so good to have you back on today, my friend!

Let’s start the first question I always start with. Other than that brief information I just shared, tell us in your own words, “Who is Richard Kaufman?”

Now, let’s go ahead and get caught up.  

We were originally connected by our good friend, Sean Douglas. What have you been up to since we first got in contact four or five years ago?

I know you went through an issue with losing your sight.  A lot of us had you in our prayers during that time. How is all of that going?

You do a lot of work supporting veteran’s groups and things like that. Share some of the work you do to help our vets…

Can you share how important it is for you to share your faith in your business, even if it is in subtle ways?

What was one of the worst decisions you made in business – and was it because you did not listen to the leading of the Holy Spirit? In other words, if you would have listened, things would have turned out differently?

What was one of the best decisions you made BECAUSE you listened and then implemented what you heard from the Holy Spirit?

The last time you were on, you had a different podcast. When and why did you switch over and start this podcast?

Tell us about your business and how you help others now…

Richard, this is so awesome. You mentioned your book, as well as your podcast.  How can someone get more information on both?

I’ll put all of this in the show notes.

Folks, we may never be called upon to fly an A-10 in combat or go to the farthest reaches of the planet to witness for Jesus. But each and every one of us has a calling in life. Amen!

Richard has his calling – to be a blessing to others and to help veterans as well. 

His book, “A Hero’s Journey,” is available as a Kindle download on Amazon. BUT – if you will reach out to him via email or on social media and tell him you heard his interview on our podcast – he will provide you with a FREE copy!  That is a blessing right there!

Drop down into the show notes, get in touch with Richard. Subscribe to his podcast. It will be a blessing and encouragement to him and it will definitely be a blessing to you.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Website:  VerticalMomentumPodcast.com

Email:  verticalmomentumpodcast@gmail.com

Book :  “A Hero’s Journey” – on Amazon Kindle

Mentioned in this episode:

FaithCaster Academy

Take your business to the next level and check out FaithCaster Academy! Helping Christian entrepreneurs to reach a wider audience, grow their business and increase their revenue - all while serving the Lord in their God-given calling! Amen! FaithCasterAcademy.com