Military to Mentor Jim Rojas-Taylor Shares Emotional Adaptability Secrets for Veterans
Release Date: 07/08/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of Helping the Brave, host Ed Parcaut sits down with Jim Rojas-Taylor, a Marine Corps veteran who has carved a unique path from military service to the world of acting, theater, and emotional literacy. Jim shares his powerful journey—from his early fascination with the Marine Corps and tough experiences in service, to the surprising way theater and voice lessons helped shape his post-military life. Discover the tools and techniques Jim now teaches for mastering mental and emotional resilience, including the transformative Stanislavski system. Whether you’re a fellow veteran, an actor, or someone seeking personal growth, you’ll gain insights on turning adversity into purpose—and learn about the importance of emotional tools for both healing and thriving. Jim also reveals where to find his book All Your Best Selves and how to connect with his Mental and Emotional Literacy program.
Tune in for a candid, motivating discussion about resilience, self-discovery, and the practical ways we can all level up our emotional literacy and life skills.
Find Jim’s website and contact info at:
www.tbcenterprises.com
Social Media: @soycandie
Book: All Your Best Selves (Available on Amazon)
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