Drive On: Helping Veterans Navigate PTSD & Life After Military Service

TSI CEO, Executive Coach, and "Undefeatable" Author Tiana Sanchez, whose father was a US Army veteran, talks about how kickboxing and journaling helped her when she unexpectedly faced a career transition. Links & Resources TianaSanchez.com Tiana Sanchez on Facebook Tiana Sanchez on Instagram Tiana Sanchez on Twitter Tiana Sanchez on LinkedIn Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

Army Reservist Jean Adam talks about the resources available to Reserves and National Guard members that many are unaware of. This episode serves as an excellent opportunity for any leaders who are currently serving to: Compile a list of any opportunities or resources that you know about. Ask other leaders to share resources they know about that aren't already on your list. Evaluate the opportunit...

In this episode, we are joined by USMC veteran Mike Washington. Mike has a powerful story to share as a suicide survivor. He discusses in detail the moment that saved his life and the journey that followed. Mike is now a licensed therapist and uses his experience to help others facing mental health struggles. Additionally, he was part of a powerful project called The Wingman Project, which seeks t...

Dr. Noah St John is known as "The Father of Afformations®." He joins us in this episode to help eliminate "not-enoughness" from our lives and break free of the bad habits we created that are holding us back from reaching our goals. Links & Resources NoahStJohn.com BreakthroughWithNoah.com Noah St John on Facebook Noah St John on Instagram Noah St John on Twitter Noah St John on LinkedIn FreeGi...

In this episode, we're joined by Nicole Kerr, an Air Force veteran who had a near-death experience that changed her life, which she writes about in her book You Are Deathless . Nicole shares her story and discusses how her near-death experience gave her a new outlook on life. She'll talk about the physical and emotional aftermath of the experience, how she found strength in it, and how it has affe...

Nina Szewczak has lived a life of highs and lows. After experiencing personal setbacks that threatened to keep her down, she decided to take matters into her own hands and transform her life - not once but twice. In this episode, Nina speaks candidly about her struggles and successes to reveal her strategies to get back on her feet. She shares her story of resilience and hope and explains how othe...

In this powerful episode, we speak with Wayne Altman, an Army veteran who founded Melody Clouds to help people suffering from tinnitus and other conditions. After he was diagnosed with tinnitus, Wayne discovered binaural beats as his way of coping with the ringing in his ears. Hear how his journey and passion led him to create a platform that has helped people worldwide. Plus, learn how you can ge...

Dan Lombard is an Army combat veteran who is a co-founder of Project Refit, which is working to change the negative connotation around getting mental health support. In this episode, we discuss Project Refit and all they do to help support the military, veteran, and first responder communities. Links & Resources Project Refit website Project Refit on Facebook Project Refit on Instagram Transcr...

In this episode, we're joined by Elizabeth Power, the founder of The Trauma-Informed Academy and a passionate advocate for helping people cope with traumatic experiences. Elizabeth will share her own story of overcoming trauma and how she developed The Trauma-Informed Academy to empower others to do the same. She'll provide us with some practical tips and resources to help us support those who hav...

Alex Gonzales is a retired Army Colonel who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and suffers from a traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. Despite his struggles, he continues to serve his fellow veterans by sending daily devotional messages and by always being available when those veterans need someone to talk to. In this episode, Alex shares his story of resilience, courage, and ove...

In this episode, we are joined by Brandon Bettis, who used the Mighty Oaks Foundation to overcome his suicidal thoughts and find his faith. After trying medication and counseling, which didn't seem to help, Brandon found himself in a dark place and nearly gave up hope. But thanks to the Mighty Oaks Foundation, Brandon was able to find the strength and courage to turn his life around. Hear Brandon'...

It is a tragedy whenever a service member is killed in action. Not only does the nation lose someone selfless enough to put their life on the line for others, but the families of that service member are also left behind. On this podcast, I've had the opportunity to speak with several Gold Star Family members, but an often overlooked subset of this category is the siblings. In this episode, Gold St...

Michaela Kelley Canterbury is a lawyer and writer. Michaela obtained her J.D. at Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington, and graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a BA in political science and a minor in philosophy. Michaela is the author of the book Sister Siren A Non-Fiction About Addiction . In the book, she details the ups and downs of being the...

Natalie Shand-Spellman, Coach Nat earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Stony Brook University, New York. Coach Nat is an occupational therapist clinician, a Boot Camp for Life transformational coach, speaker, published author, and combat marine veteran. Coach Nat has dealt with lost identity, brokenness, emotional turmoil, and ill heal...

Stephanie Dasher is a Navy veteran and the Executive Director of the Warrior Surf Foundation, which helps veterans heal through surf therapy. She joins us in this episode to discuss how Warrior Surf Foundation has impacted her family and all the great work the organization is doing to help veterans heal. Links & Resources Warrior Surf Foundation on Facebook Warrior Surf Foundation on Instagram...

Brandy Lang is a 5x concussion survivor and Air Force veteran whose focus is now on helping other veterans recover from TBIs. Links & Resources VisionaryPT.com MyofascialRelease.com Brandy Lang on Facebook Brandy Lang on Instagram Brandy Lang on LinkedIn Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

Jodi is the founder of Four Thousand Mondays, which helps others not take life for granted or feel like they've squandered their time and to feel totally alive. She is also an Assistant Instructor in the Master of Applied Positive Psychology program at the University of Pennsylvania, and in this episode, we discuss how we can make the most of the Mondays we all have left. Links & Resources Fou...

Phil Kendro is a Marine Corps veteran who is also a co-founder of the Veterans Beer Club with the goal of helping Veterans transition into civilian life after the military. Links & Resources VeteransBeerClub.com Veterans Beer Club group on Facebook Phil Kendro on Instagram Phil Kendro on LinkedIn Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

Despite the fact that 60% of American adults have 1 chronic disease and 40% have 2 or more, there is much that can be done to ensure that you live long, feel great and live well. Many of the lifestyle modifications are free or low cost and therefore, have not received sufficient attention. Emily Gold Mears is a former attorney who shifted her advocacy efforts to seek information on optimizing heal...

Dr. Christine Van Horn is an author, teacher, and speaker. She has been a Certified Emergency Manager for 30 years and recently retired. She is now applying her emergency management experience to focus on character in society. Dr. Van Horn has written two books for older children to teach them character through the eyes of a superhero. In this episode, she discusses how veterans and service member...

For Renaye Thornborrow, motherhood was the catalyst for turning her lifelong passion for personal development into a powerful story-based coaching curriculum to help children develop mindset skills for self-esteem, resilience, confidence, self-leadership, happiness, and so much more. Renaye discusses how we can help children in military families find their confidence and self-esteem when dealing w...

Steven Nisbet is an Air Force veteran and the President of Shields & Stripes, a non-profit that takes a holistic mind/body approach to help veterans and first responders heal from traumas they've experienced while serving our nation and their communities. Links & Resources ShieldsandStripes.org Shields and Stripes on Facebook Shields and Stripes on Instagram Shields and Stripes on YouTube...

Dr. Vicki Matthews helps people better understand themselves and the people in their lives to nurture better relationships. Links & Resources DrVickiMatthews.com Follow Dr. Matthews on LinkedIn Follow Dr. Matthews on Facebook Follow Dr. Matthews on Instagram Follow Dr. Matthews on YouTube Follow Dr. Matthews on Twitter Follow Dr. Matthews on Pinterest Transcript View the transcript for this ep...

John Davis is the author of the book Combat to College. Before joining the Army, John tried going to college, but it didn't quite work out for him. After his time in the military, he learned grit, perseverance, and discipline needed to excel in college. He now has a Master's degree from Harvard. In addition to being an author, John has worked to help other veterans transition from their military c...

Brian Slade discusses a harrowing experience as an Apache pilot in Afghanistan and how his mental preparation helped avoid catastrophe. We also discuss his book, Cleared Hot: Lessons Learned about Life, Love, and Leadership While Flying the Apache Gunship in Afghanistan and Why I Believe a Prepared Mind Can Help Minimize PTSD , and Brian tells us why preparing ourselves mentally for even the most...