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.
Meditation Tools for Veterans
Guest: Mike & Ann Swanson
Combat stress with real-world mindfulness. Ann and Mike Swanson reveal science-backed ways to heal pain and anxiety.
Strength Is a Choice You Make
Guest: Brandon Mancine
Crushed between two trucks, doctors said he’d never lift again. USMC veteran Brandon Mancine said, “Watch me.”
Turning the Page on PTSD
Guest: Dustin Carter
Dustin Carter shares how writing and connection pulled him out of the dark and inspired his powerful novel, The Veteran.
Nutrition and Mental Health for Veterans
Guest: Jessica Setnick
Food isn’t just fuel—it’s tied to stress, emotions, and survival. Learn how to rebuild a healthy relationship with food after service.
Archery for PTSD Relief
Guest: Sam Westfall
A veteran’s journey from PTSD struggles to finding peace through archery. Discover the unexpected healing power of the bow.
The Brandon Act and the Fight to End Military Suicide
Guest: Terri & Patrick Caserta
Toxic leadership in the military cost Brandon Caserta his life. His parents are making sure it never happens again.
Overcoming Moral Injury
Guest: Eric Donoho
Veteran Eric Donoho opens up about moral injury, overcoming trauma, and finding purpose after war. A raw and powerful conversation.
Veterans Turning Pain into Purpose
Guest: Juan Espinoza
Army veteran Juan Espinoza shares how he turned his pain into purpose, writing his book in just two days—and changing his life forever.