Coping Strategies
When service members leave the military and become veterans, they often times have difficulties. When they don’t know where to turn to identify the coping strategies that work best for them it can be a hopeless feeling. Some of these issues include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), homelessness, addiction, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and a variety of others.
These episodes of Drive On Podcast cover coping strategies for veterans. They aren’t your traditional “talk therapy” that many people think of.
If you, or someone you know, needs immediate assistance, please check out the resources for veterans page. There, we have a wide variety of options on an easy-to-navigate page.
Ghosts Of The Valley
Guest: Sean Ambriz
Sean Ambriz is the author of the book Ghosts of the Valley, in which he talks about his experiences during his time in Afghanistan. One of the goals of the book is to help veterans with PTSD.
VetPark
Guest: Robert Dabney, Jr.
VetPark is an organization whose mission is to help veterans and provide funding to non-profits with a veteran focus. Robert Dabney Jr. tells us about the company and it’s mission.
Breaking Barriers
Guest: Jodi Watkins
Jodi is a veteran, author, and host of the Breaking Barriers Now podcast, which has a similar mission to this podcast in that they talk about real life issues and stories to lift others up and support each other on their journeys.
Real Talk Saves A Rocky Military Transition
Guest: Roman Roberts
Roman Roberts tells us his story of transitioning out of the military and how “real talk” helped him get back on track.
Recorded Live: Sharing Your Story [Veterans Day 2020]
Guest: Scott DeLuzio
This episode was recorded live at a ceremony on Veterans Day 2020 where I had the opportunity to share my story and the stories of several of my past guests. It was an honor to share these stories with this audience and I’m pleased to be able to share the stories with you on this podcast.
Deployment Stresses and Leadership Lessons From A Navy Seal
Guest: John Havlik
After a 31+ year career in the Navy, John Havlik discusses his research into deployment stress, burnout prevention, and leadership lessons learned as a Navy SEAL.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Finding Purpose
Guest: Ryan Britch
Ryan Britch, an OEF veteran, talks about his experience with PTSD and how prolonged exposure therapy helped him overcome it.
Preventing Burnout
Guest: Bunny Young
Feel like you’re experiencing burnout or just don’t have enough time in the day? This episode will give you tips and strategies to help avoid burnout in your life.