The Collective

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Glen for a discussion on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. We talked about what OCD is and how it affects our lives and how to develop obsessive compulsive tendencies into useful routines. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Glen - @99glenkirkland #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #not...

Welcome to our YouTube channel! On today's captivating episode, Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb, David, and Brady for an insightful discussion on Camaraderie. Camaraderie is an extraordinary bond that forms between individuals, particularly among men, creating a sense of unity, trust, and mutual support. We explore the fascinating dynamics of camaraderie and delve into how it is shaped. Dis...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Matt for a discussion on Fatherhood. We talked about our first feelings on becoming fathers and how we have developed as fathers over the years. Fatherhood is the greatest privilege and responsibility you can have as a man. It is truly life's greatest and hardest challenge and also the greatest and most fulfilling reward Find us on Instagra...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Jason for a discussion on Ego. We talked about our relationship with our ego and how we manage and mitigate its effect on our lives. Ego is a part of us, it is something we need to help us strive and achieve but if not managed and trained it will bite back. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Jason -  @jason.sobkowi...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a discussion on Identity and Self Expression. We discussed some of the challenges with developing your identity and avoiding tying your whole identity to your profession or hobby. Learning how to express yourself is a key skill to understanding yourself as well as being understood in a group. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Pat, Alan, and James for a discussion on the correlation between mental health and violence. We talk about how the use of generalities in regards to mental health and violence end up doing a disservice to both the victims of violence as well as those that suffer with mental health issues. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mc...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Rob, Jeff, Steve, and Chad for a discussion on Impostor Syndrome. We talked about how we are affected by it and what can be done to mitigate/manage it through our lives. The impostor syndrome is pervasive and can lead down a very black hole but it can also drive us to incredible feats. Its a fine line that must be honed through time training an...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Sach and Terran for a discussion on body Dysmorphia and Eating Disorders. We talk about the difference between being dismorphic and having dysmorphia disorder as well as how our eating patterns have changed through our lives. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Sach - @sach.in.motion Terran -  @TheRiverViking  #vete...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb, Travis and Jim for a discussion on Stress and Anxiety. We talked about our personal struggles with anxiety and how we manage our stress load throughout our lives. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  Travis - @bader.trav Jim - @grande_jimelliot #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #follo...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Rob for a discussion on Loss. We talked about how loss is attributed to death but the feeling of loss is pervasive in life. Life is full of loss and the more we recognise this the easier it becomes to manage that feeling. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Rob - @robomurray #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvet...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb and Steve for a conversation on PTSD. We discussed what PTSD is and how its defined as well as our interactions with it. The team also discussed managing PTSD in others from a leadership and peer point of view. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #fol...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Sach and Dave for a discussion on suicide and ideation. We talked about our experiences with suicide, how we felt in the moment and some of the things that have helped us through the experiences. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Dave - @bushwookieapparel Sach - @sach.in.motion #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpi...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Steve and Dr. Gino for a discussion on Depression. We talked about how depression affects us and our experiences dealing with it in ourselves as well as helping others. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Dr. Gino - @doctor_gino_ Steve - @3arrow_tme #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Jason, Seb, and Jason for a discussion on self esteem and worth. We talk about the difficulties in our world that affect our self esteem and how the uniform can determine our worth if we allow it. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr Jason - @blackbirdindustries Jason - @jasonsobkowicz #veteran #vete...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Jake and Steve for a discussion on the phalanx as an allegory for men's mental health. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ubique #notweaktospeak #tools #toolbox #podcast #infantry #airborne #pathfinder #jtf2 #specialforces #sniper #sa...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Mark and Seb for a discussion on finding hope in times of turmoil. We all struggle, and we all have times that just suck, but there are paths to take that can get us out and they all begin with ourselves. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Matt for a conversation on lip service. We talk about the dissonance that lip service provides and how spouting pithy statements does not equal taking action. Thoughts and prayers aren't actions and statements of support aren't support. Hope is not a plan of action. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Matt -...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a conversation about discrimination. We talked about how we discriminate as a society as well as what we can do to mitigate it. The definition of insanity is to do the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. We have to do better personally to see the change as a society, as we are the society. Find us on Instagram Sha...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Shane for a discussion on speaking up about our physical and mental health. We talked about community dynamics and how important it is to create the community you want to live in. Develop the bonds you want to grow and seek the trial you need to grow. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Shane - @shanewenzel #veteran...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Terran and Dane for a conversation on disappointment. We talked about points in our life that we felt disappointment or were disappointment in an outcome that we had higher expectations of. Mitigation and management of disappointment is a real time battle but the biggest tool is to continually do you best! Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntay...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb, Tip, and Pat for a discussion on managing your temper. We talked about how to mitigate the effects of anger within oneself and tools to get ahold of your anger. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb -  @slavccmdr  Pat - @tmacsinc Tip - @tipcullen #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #ub...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb and Jeff talk about acting and dissonance. We talked about playing characters that are outside ones realm of understanding and how to manage the dissonance between real life and imagination. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Jeff -  @thejeffbosley  #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetshelpingvets #followthesapper #u...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb and Jim for a discussion on situational awareness. We talked about a recent incident that Seb had been involved in regarding an attempted child luring and discussed the line between paranoia vs awareness. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr Jim - @grande_jimelliott #veteran #veteranadvocate #vet...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Matt and Rob for a discussion on how we assist those around us get through tough times. We talk about the feelings of inconvenience and burdening our friends when we are down, but the biggest inconvenience and burden is when we have to get put in a box. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Matt - @mattpve Rob - @robo...

On today's episode Shaun and Chance are joined by Seb for a discussion on the disconnection of violence from the average citizen. We discuss police use of force and the required training that should be happening in order to best manage the interactions between citizens and police. Find us on Instagram Shaun - @shauntaylors1 Chance - @mcplburles Seb - @slavccmdr #veteran #veteranadvocate #vetsh...