You or someone you care about has undoubtedly experienced some kind of significant trauma. Maybe it was a “big-T” trauma related to military casualties or losses, domestic violence, or childhood abuse. Or, perhaps it was a more common but no less significant “little-t” trauma related to the loss of a job or a friendship, a divorce, a painful childhood experience, or a situation where you felt worthless, afraid, or powerless. Untreated trauma can lead to long lasting effects such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties maintaining intimate relationships.
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AWTR 947: The Power of Mindfulness in Everything You Do
Today on Army Wife Talk Radio, our Director of Podcast Production, Jade, shares her experience with mindfulness. Mindfulness is teaching yourself the skill of paying attention to the present by noticing when your mind wanders off.
AWTR Show # 945: A Surprising Way to Make AND Keep Milspouse Friends
On today’s episode, Lindsey makes her debut podcast appearance to talk about milspouse friendships. For many of us making milspouse friends is a new and unique experience. In the civilian world, most people make friends based on shared interests. One of the most beautiful aspects of milspouse life is making friends with people who have different interests than you. Lindsey offers some tips to unlock the secret to making and keeping milspouse friends.
AWTR Show #937: Double Feature: “Dispatches from the Cowgirl” & Sponsored Interview with First Command
In her new memoir, “Dispatches from the Cowgirl: Through the Looking Glass with a Navy Diplomat’s Wife,” Julie writes about the eight years she spent living in Africa as the trailing spouse of a Navy Foreign Area Officer and how that leap of faith changed her life forever.
Peel, Refresh, and Start Again
As I write this I am sitting at a local coffee shop sipping on a White Chocolate Pumpkin Mocha… because it’s fall and it has me in all the feels. I am attempting a refresh and all these cozy fall vibes reminded me of a beautiful quote by Ruth Ahmed as she watched the Autumn leaves fall and change color and said:
“There is something so special in the early leaves drifting from the trees–as if we are all to be allowed a chance to peel, to refresh, to start again.”
AWTR Show #927: “Over, Under, Around, and Through”
Everyone faces obstacles in their lives. Absolutely everyone. Learn the secrets of how Hall of Famers overcame the obstacles in their lives to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient – and how you can, too in the book Over, Under, Around, and Through.
Everyone already has the skills they need to surmount the obstacles in their lives. You have to keep putting one foot in front of the other and continuing on. And remember that the key to resiliency is thinking that you can get through the obstacles that come your way.
Running Away from the Silly Things
Don’t worry about silly things! Get out there, have fun, and keep on running.
Linda Tice is a member of the Baltimore Road Runners Club and progressed like many others. The start was one step at a time and as others shared advice Linda turned to help others. You can read the journey which Linda has taken.
Take Charge of Your Self-Care Routine with Hope For The Warriors
With school no longer in session, long days by the pool, backyard BBQs, and family vacations in sight, many of us often think that summer is free from “seasonal blues.” But sometimes, adjusting to the “new normal” during these months can be difficult. There are additional stressors like balancing children being home or finding extra finances for summer camps and parties that can start to take a toll on our mental wellness. As we head into the last half of summer, Hope For The Warriors encourages you to take some time to focus on your self-care routine.
Poppin’ Smoke While On The Run
If the term “Poppin Smoke” is new to you, then at the conclusion of this, you will understand the motivation of Stephanie Montague. When her husband retired from the Army, they merged travel and exercise into a package. The best way to exercise is to be grounded. This turned out to be a challenge, but they can do it in a variety of locations.
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