Can your greatest setback become the foundation for your greatest purpose?

In this inspiring episode of This Sober Vet, retired Air Force Staff Sergeant Kristen Domke shares her remarkable journey through trauma, alcohol addiction, shame, and recovery—and how faith, community, and determination led her to compete in the Warrior Games.

Kristen reflects on her military service, overseas deployments, the emotional struggles that followed, and the moments that finally convinced her it was time to seek help. She speaks candidly about rebuilding her life through faith, surrounding herself with supportive people, and discovering a renewed sense of purpose through adaptive athletics.

Today, as the founder of TEAM KDOMSTRONG, Kristen encourages others to overcome adversity by embracing resilience, personal growth, and a life centered on hope.

Whether you're an active-duty service member, Veteran, first responder, athlete, family member, or someone searching for freedom from addiction, Kristen's story is a powerful reminder that healing is possible and that every setback can become the beginning of a new mission.

In this episode:

• Life as an Air Force Veteran
• Alcohol addiction and recovery
• Trauma, shame, and resilience
• Faith as part of healing
• Competing in the Warrior Games
• TEAM KDOMSTRONG
• Building community after addiction

Recovery isn't about becoming who you used to be—it's about becoming who you were always meant to be.

Our mission is simple: Normalize sobriety with Veterans.

Learn more at www.thissobervet.com

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