This episode hit different. I got to sit down with my friend Tuan Nguyen—someone who’s been through it and came out stronger. From multiple stints in prison to leading people as a certified John Maxwell speaker and coach, his story is raw, real, and full of redemption.

What We Talked About

• His journey from addiction and incarceration to faith and freedom

• The trauma that shaped him—and how he’s healing through it

• What prison taught him about leadership, communication, and identity

• How he’s now empowering ex-offenders and entrepreneurs through coaching

• Why personal development is spiritual development

Why It Matters

Tuan’s story proves that you can lose everything and still build a life that honors God. If you’re stuck in the streets or struggling to believe you’re more than your past, this episode is for you. There’s purpose in your pain—and freedom on the other side of surrender.