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What Indie Music Taught Us Back in 2006
By Kirk Carlson — Copyright © 2025. All Rights Reserved. In 2006, long before social media transformed the way we discover and promote music, there was a raw creative world pulsing beneath the surface — the indie scene. It was loud, unpolished, unapologetic, and full of artists who didn’t wait for permission to express themselves. For anyone who lived it, captured it, or stood backstage holding a camera the way I did, it was a defining era. But beyond the music, 2006 indie cu
Kirk Carlson
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What Indie Music Taught Us Back in 2006
By Kirk Carlson — Copyright © 2025. All Rights Reserved. In 2006, long before social media transformed the way we discover and promote music, there was a raw creative world pulsing beneath the surface — the indie scene. It was loud, unpolished, unapologetic, and full of artists who didn’t wait for permission to express themselves. For anyone who lived it, captured it, or stood backstage holding a camera the way I did, it was a defining era. But beyond the music, 2006 indie cu
Kirk Carlson
1 day ago3 min read


# 🇺🇸 Reasonable Ranks TV: Courage in Action Across America
Reasonable Ranks TV features some of the most powerful and inspiring talent around — from well-known artists to rising voices in music, film, and storytelling. Whether it’s freestyles, music videos, documentaries, community events, short films, or interviews, it’s all here. Every piece of content shares one common thread: courage, unity, and purpose. Subscribe, spread the word, and join the movement. 📬 For interviews, collaborations, or media requests, contact: support@reaso
Kirk Carlson
Nov 72 min read


# 🎥 What Is Reasonable Ranks TV?
Reasonable Ranks TV is more than a media channel — it’s a movement. Founded by Kirk Carlson, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and advocate for reform, the platform was built to give voice to those too often left out of the national conversation: injured service members, veterans rebuilding purpose, and the next generation of leaders rising through courage and unity. --- ## 🎯 Our Mission To reform how America treats its heroes by creating powerful, purpose-driven storytelling that
Kirk Carlson
Nov 72 min read


📞 Contact Covenant of Courage
For sponsorships, collaborations, or media inquiries — we’d love to connect! 📬 support@reasonableranks.org 🖊 Sign the petition: https://chng.it/5yXYvkBtMR 🌐 Learn more: www.covenantofcourage.com 📞 323-471-7279 Together, we empower veterans, youth, and communities to turn courage into action. #CovenantOfCourage #ReasonableRanks #VeteransSupportingVeterans #SharedSuccess #EndureTheStorm
Kirk Carlson
Nov 61 min read


It’s Never Too Early or Too Late to Work on a Better You
In every chapter of life—whether you’re stepping into adulthood, navigating midlife, or reflecting in your later years—there’s one truth that transcends time: it’s never too early or too late to work on a better you. The Myth of “Perfect Timing” Many people delay self-improvement because they think they’ve missed their chance. They say, “I’m too old to start over,” or “I’ll wait until things calm down.” The truth is, waiting for the “perfect time” is the fastest way to lose m
Kirk Carlson
Nov 52 min read


# 🕊️ Covenant of Courage: Home
Name: Covenant of Courage Website: www.covenantofcourage.com YouTube: Reasonable Ranks TV --- Covenant of Courage features the most inspiring stories of veterans, cadets, and community leaders — whether they’re national advocates or rising voices of change. From documentaries, interviews, training videos, and leadership challenges to motivational stories and live events — it’s all here. We capture the real side of resilience, purpose, and unity through powerful storytelling.
Kirk Carlson
Nov 41 min read


💪 The 3 Rules of Resilient People
Resilience isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build. The strongest people in the world aren’t the ones who never fall; they’re the ones who refuse to stay down. Whether you’re a veteran rebuilding after service, a cadet in training, or a leader facing a storm of responsibility, the principles of resilience are universal. Here are the 3 rules of resilient people — lessons that every warrior, mentor, and reformer can live by. ⸻ ⚖️ Rule #1: Control What You
Kirk Carlson
Nov 32 min read


From Screen to Service: How Group 7 Leaders Step Up
In a digital age where much of life unfolds behind screens, Group 7 is flipping the script. What began as a viral trend has evolved into a powerful platform for action, purpose, and community leadership. At the heart of this movement are everyday leaders—young and old—who are trading passive scrolling for active service. From Hashtags to Hands-On Help While most social movements lose steam after the social media buzz dies down, Group 7 is different. The people drawn to this
Kirk Carlson
Oct 282 min read


How to Create Global Change Through Local Action
By Covenant of Courage | JLBC Cadet Corps | #ReasonableRanks Campaign ⸻ 🌎 Think Global. Act Local. The idea of “global change” often feels overwhelming—like something reserved for presidents, billionaires, or celebrity activists. But history has shown us time and time again: the most powerful movements are born in backyards, neighborhoods, and small-town community centers. You don’t need a megaphone. You need a mission. And that mission starts right where you are. ⸻ 🔥 Ste
Kirk Carlson
Oct 282 min read


From Meme to Movement: The Legacy You’ll Leave With Group 7
What starts as a joke often ends as a revolution—and Group 7 is living proof. At first, it was a meme. A trend. A digital whisper in the chaos of social media. But it didn’t stay that way. It grew—because Group 7 wasn’t just a moment, it was a message. And that message was clear: We are here. We are aware. And we are ready. ⸻ 🚨 What Is Group 7, Really? Group 7 represents more than a viral post or TikTok trend. It’s a code, a symbol, a call sign for a rising generation of l
Kirk Carlson
Oct 272 min read


Building Hope-Based Movements for a Divided World
Why Positivity, Purpose, and People Power Are the Future of Social Change In an era marked by division, fear, and burnout, it’s easy to assume that outrage is the only currency that moves people. But history—and emerging grassroots trends—tell a different story: movements built on hope, not hate , are the ones that endure, unify, and transform. ⸻ 🌎 The Problem: We’re Exhausted by Division Whether it’s politics, identity, or economics, today’s world can feel relentlessly pol
Kirk Carlson
Oct 272 min read


How Group 7 Became the Trend Brands Can’t Ignore
In late 2025, a TikTok user named Sophia James posted a series of videos and called the last one “Group 7.” It wasn’t tied to a brand or cause—just a creative experiment. But something unexpected happened: it went viral. Within days, people started identifying as part of “Group 7.” There were no rules, no requirements—just a feeling of belonging. And that simple idea caught the attention of major brands and social movements alike. What Made Group 7 So Powerful? 1. A Sense of
Kirk Carlson
Oct 262 min read


Why Discipline Is the Best Therapy: Rebuilding from the Inside Out
In a world flooded with quick fixes, self-help trends, and instant gratification, one timeless truth remains: discipline is the foundation of transformation . While therapy, support groups, and medication have their place in healing, discipline is the internal compass that guides us through chaos toward clarity — and ultimately, toward a better version of ourselves. ⸻ 🔧 Discipline: The Framework of Stability Therapy teaches us to unpack our trauma. But discipline teaches us
Kirk Carlson
Oct 232 min read


Expanding Reasonable Ranks Across the Nation
By Covenant of Courage ⸻ ⚖️ A Movement for Fairness and Reform The #ReasonableRanks Campaign began as a small but determined effort to confront one of the most overlooked injustices in military policy — the lack of reasonable accommodations for injured and disabled service members. What started as a single petition has now grown into a national movement calling for systemic reform in how the U.S. military handles medical discharges . With more than 600 signatures and counti
Kirk Carlson
Oct 192 min read


LOOKING FOR VETERANS READY TO BREAK INTO IT
By Covenant of Courage ⸻ 💻 The Fight for a Second Mission Are you a veteran or service member who was told that because of your medical discharge , you’re unqualified to do what you did in the military? You’re not alone — and you’re not unqualified. Every year, thousands of skilled men and women leave the military not because they can’t serve, but because the system doesn’t know what to do with them once they get injured. The phrase “Leave no man behind” seems to vanish whe
Kirk Carlson
Oct 192 min read


Stop Being Afraid of What Could Go Wrong—and Start Being Excited About What Could Go Right
Every day, we are given a choice: focus on the fears that hold us back, or the possibilities that pull us forward. Too many of us are paralyzed by the question: “But what if it doesn’t work out?” We obsess over what might go wrong. What if I fail? What if they laugh at me? What if I lose everything? But here’s a truth most people never realize: Fear doesn’t prevent disaster. It prevents growth . The Real Risk: Doing Nothing Staying where you are might feel safe—but it’s not.
Kirk Carlson
Oct 162 min read


DADS SUPPORTING DADS: The #DadsSupportingDads Movement
By Covenant of Courage In a world that often puts pressure on men to stay silent, stay strong, and carry the weight alone— fatherhood can...
Kirk Carlson
Aug 202 min read
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