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From job search advice to disaster relief, our Expert bloggers have something for everyone. We have a whole Brigade of military spouse support resources all on one page. Maybe you are looking for rental advice as you PCS, or maybe you need mental health resources. Perhaps you just need a pep talk from a career expert, or maybe you just want to lace up for the Army 10 Miler and need a plan! Find your Expert and let the resource recon begin. Want to know more about the empowering experts behind-the-screen?  All of our Expert profiles are listed on our Band of Blogger page.

Start Today, and Do Not Give Up

Start Today, and Do Not Give Up

The first step is always difficult. You have to understand that there is a goal to be achieved. The fear of the unknown can make you hesitate and question your ability to succeed.

Psychology Today defines fear as, “an emotional response induced by a perceived threat that causes a change in brain and organ function, as well as in behavior. Fear can lead us to hide, to run away, or to freeze in our shoes. Fear may arise from a confrontation or from avoiding a threat, or it may come in the form of a discovery.”

Fitness, for some, is automatic, almost natural, and little thought is required. To others, fitness requires a well thought out plan. The plan can include having a partner on the journey to offer moral support.

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News 6 Mashup: April 6, 2020

News 6 Mashup: April 6, 2020

Here are the top stories for the week of April 6, 2020, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:

• Federal Tax Deadline Extended to July 15, 2020

* Some Soldiers Can Apply for Hardship, Isolation Pay

* More than One-Third of Military Families Have No One to Ask For a Favor

* Space Force Announces 16 New Job Categories

* SGN: Some Good News with John Krasinski

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Being Scared is OK

Being Scared is OK

“Mom, if a hawk came swooping down and tried to grab me, would you be able to save me?” a little boy, about 6, asked his mother. 

“Oh, I would take a stick and whack him,” she said.

“But, what if an eagle came. He is much bigger and probably stronger than you. What would you do?” he persisted.  It was a warm spring day and I was 10 feet behind them.

“Honey, I would throw a rock and beat him off with my fists,” mom continued.

“So, if a bear jumped out right now, I would be dead, wouldn’t I?” he said, with increasing anxiety. 

“I can only say I would do everything I could to protect you,” she said.

The world is terribly scary to a little one, especially with the scourge of the COVID-19.

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News 6 Mashup: March 30, 2020

News 6 Mashup: March 30, 2020

Here are the top stories for the week of March 30, 2020, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:

• Military OneSource Ready to Assist Military Families with COVID-19

* Seven PCS Changes to Watch

* Oklahoma National Guardsman Saves Woman from Fire

* United States, Taliban Sign Peace Agreement

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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Home in the Military

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Home in the Military

The same questions surface every couple of years when it comes time to PCS. One of the biggest ones is whether or not we should buy or rent a house at our next duty station, but that question can also be one of the hardest to tackle.

The answer can differ based on the location. But how do you make that decision? How can you definitively say that one choice is better than the other? With a pros and cons list, of course!

So let’s talk about what makes home buying a great option for military families and what might point you to renting.

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Hold on to Yourself: Support for Caregivers

Hold on to Yourself: Support for Caregivers

There are many healing and helping hands that touch the transition of a military member back to civilian life, especially if there are injuries involved.

The most overlooked and under-appreciated of that group? The family caregiver, be it a spouse, parent, or another member of the family. They perform a near-constant labor of love. They are the front line of all the spilling emotions, mood swings, and sleepless nights.

Many try to balance a full-time job with the role of primary caregiver. Often, they have children too, which adds another vital role of keeping the family safe, secure, and running smoothly.

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