Episode 1

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18th May 2023

001 | My Personal Post-Military Struggles

Summary

The Veritable Veteran Podcast aims to address the emotional struggles veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. I share personal experiences of identity loss, isolation, and the challenges of finding purpose after military service. The conversation highlights the pervasive issue of veteran suicide and emphasizes the importance of community support and open dialogue about mental health. I encourage veterans to share their feelings and seek help, fostering a sense of belonging and understanding among those who have served.

Takeaways

  • The podcast focuses on the emotional struggles veterans face post-military.
  • Veterans often feel isolated and think they are alone in their feelings.
  • Transitioning to civilian life can be a significant culture shock.
  • Many veterans struggle with their identity after leaving the military.
  • Alcohol abuse is a common coping mechanism among veterans.
  • Emphasis on the importance of community support for veterans.
  • Veteran suicide is a pervasive issue that needs to be addressed.
  • Sharing experiences can help veterans feel less alone.
  • The podcast aims to provide a platform for open and honest discussions.
  • Encouragement for veterans to seek help and support each other.

Key Points

00:00 Introduction to the Veritable Veteran Podcast

01:10 Navigating the Transition from Military to Civilian Life

05:27 The Struggles of Identity and Purpose

09:42 Coping with Isolation and Alcoholism

14:00 The Impact of Veteran Suicide

16:18 Finding a Voice and Helping Others

22:29 Call to Action and Community Support

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About the Podcast

The Veritable Veteran Podcast
The Veritable Veteran Podcast is a place for military veterans and their families to have real and raw conversations about the very real and raw emotions they are struggling with. Too often, veterans and their families depart the military and dive head-first into civilian life, leaving behind familiar territory and a support network of like-minded individuals. They are left to deal with the mental turmoil on their own, surrounded by people who cannot and will not understand what they are going through. The loss of purpose, crisis of identity, fear, anxiety, and self-doubt plague veterans daily, but they don't know how to verbalize what they are feeling.

This podcast helps put words to those thoughts. Through my family's and my own personal experiences, and through the experiences of others, we expose the lies we have believed and bring truth the conversation. You are not alone in what you are feeling, and this show will help you and those closest to you understand that.

Contact us at theveritableveteran@gmail.com

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EVAN ELDRIDGE