The Warrior Code

The Warrior Code: 11 Principles to Unleash the Bad Ass in You is a self-help and leadership guide written by retired U.S. Marine Gunnery Sergeant, author, and nonprofit founder Tawanda “Tee” Marie Hanible.

Grounded in lived experience, military service, and community leadership, The Warrior Code provides practical tools to support personal growth, resilience, accountability, and purpose. The book is designed to help readers navigate adversity, strengthen mental discipline, and develop leadership skills that translate into everyday life.

The Warrior Code has been selected for inclusion by the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) as part of its educational programming. DBSA is supported through funding from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, extending the reach of this work to veterans and individuals seeking resources for mental health awareness, peer support, and recovery.

When you purchase The Warrior Code through Operation Heroes Connect, your support directly contributes to the organization’s mission. Proceeds from this book help fund youth and veteran programming focused on leadership development, wellness, mentorship, and community empowerment.

Fifty percent (50%) of net proceeds from purchases made through this website are contributed to Operation Heroes Connect to support youth and veteran programming.