Soul To Soul / A Double-edged Sword

Loneliness, Bereavement And Hope During Challenging Times

Dave joins Ann once again to share his experience and wisdom in this soul-to-soul discussion, sharing the truth about drug abuse on the streets. Dave bravely describes his recent experiences of coping with bereavement in isolation and how to stay positive for the future.

If you are interested in hearing the insights shared at a particular point in the video, please skip ahead to the times below:

00:20 - After a successful military career, how did Dave end up homeless on the streets?

01:03 - A double-edged sword; finally getting a new home versus the loneliness of lockdown.

03:25 - Dave explains the mental and physical effects that drug abuse has on both young and mature people living on the streets.

07:14 - Listen to Dave's views on why we must start drug education in schools from a young age.

09:05 - Dave bravely discussed how he has been coping with a personal bereavement during the pandemic.

10:55 - We find out how Dave, and his fellow ex-homeless friend Steve, take pride in their home and the local area.

15:37 - Dave shares how his connection to God, his Dad, and his family are keeping him looking forwards to the future.

Special thanks go to Dave for sharing his knowing in this soul-to-soul discussion.