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From a Fishing Boat to the American Dream: Long's Story of Survival | From Dark To Light - Episode 7

From a Fishing Boat to the American Dream: Long's Story of Survival | From Dark To Light - Episode 7

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 At just 13 years old, Long Don's life came down to a simple, terrifying equation: a 50–50 chance of living or dying. In today's episode of From Dark to Light, Long shares his extraordinary path from communist-controlled Vietnam to the open ocean, a brutal refugee camp, and eventually the United States — where he would rebuild his life from the ground up. Sent away by his mother in a desperate attempt to save him, Long boarded a small fishing boat with 153 others, hiding beneath the deck in suffocating darkness for days at a time. He survived starvation, the threat of pirates, and the constant fear of being captured. After nearly two weeks at sea, he was rescued and taken to Snell Island, a refugee camp known for its overcrowding and unimaginable conditions. Long spent eight long months there alone — hungry, scared, and unsure of what his future held. But somewhere between despair and determination, he discovered a mindset that would carry him for the rest of his life: a decision to choose gratitude, courage, and purpose no matter what was happening around him. Today, Long is the co-founder and broker of one of Minnesota's fastest-growing real estate groups. But behind every success is a beginning — and Long's began in the dark beneath a fishing boat, fueled by hope, faith, and a vision for a life beyond survival. If you're struggling, uncertain of your path, or searching for light in a difficult season, Long's story is a powerful reminder that even in impossible moments, the human spirit can rise. 🎧 Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts for more stories of courage, faith, and resilience and help us shine light into the darkest places. 🌿 Follow From Dark To Light Podcast for more conversations on healing, resilience, and finding peace after pain: 👉YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@FromDarktolightpodcast 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fromdarktolightpodcast👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromdarktolightpodcast 👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fromdarktolightpodcast 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-crawford-3b2372206/ 🌿Connect and follow Long Doan 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/long-doan-4baa3725/ 🎙️ Have a story to share? We'd love to feature you on From Dark to Light! Fill out the form here: https://c47films.com/podcast-guest-submissions-from-dark-to-light/ 00:00 — Introduction to Long's incredible journey from fear to freedom 02:05 — Growing up in Vietnam and witnessing his father's arrest at age eight 06:58 — Life under communist control and his mother's impossible decisions 11:25 — First escape attempt and the heavy cost of failure 15:40 — The second attempt: betrayal, capture, and two days without food or water 20:45 — The night his mother woke him at 3am and said, "It's time" 27:12 — Beneath the boat with 153 people: darkness, heat, silence, survival 33:50 — Pirates, drifting at sea, and the terrifying 50/50 chance of living 38:30 — Rescue at sea: the moment hope returned with a single apple 41:55 — Life on Snell Island: hunger, fear, and the night he chose his mindset 47:48 — Being sponsored to America and starting over at age 14 52:10 — What survival taught him about gratitude, mindset, and giving back Long's story reminds us that even when life pushes us into the deepest darkness, there is always a path back to hope. Healing isn't about forgetting what happened — it's about discovering the strength that rises because of it. Wherever you are today, may this conversation remind you that you are not alone, and there is still light ahead of you. The human spirit is stronger than the storms we face. 💬If Long's story touched your heart, we invite you to gently support this work — like the video, share it with someone who may need encouragement today, and subscribe to join this community of healing and hope. Your presence here helps shine light for those walking through their own dark seasons. Thank you for being part of this journey. #HealingJourney #RefugeeStories #Resilience #FaithAndHope #OvercomingTrauma #RealStories #MindsetShift #VietnameseBoatPeople #InspirationDaily #FromDarkToLight #SurvivorStrength
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