Operation Pathfinder Ben Williams

This Episode is dedicated to Capt. Joseph Spencer, US Army, Vietnam Veteran   Operation: Pathfinder, Navigating PTSD episode # 012 Season #1 Wrap Up In this briefing, we will review each episode in season #1 and discuss what to expect in Season #2, premier May 17th 2019

This Episode is dedicated to US Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Richard Etchberger Operation: Pathfinder, Navigating PTSD episode # 11 “Because I have PTSD” In this intel briefing, I will discuss the nagging voice that is played over and over again by PTSD

This Episode is dedicated to US Army Veterans - Ernesto Burrell, Jedediah Zillmer, Chris Thorp and US Marine Corp Veteran Drew Kostic. Operation: Pathfinder, Navigating PTSD episode # 10 - A Veteran and his Service Dog  In this intel briefing, I sat down with Luke Clark a US Army Veteran and a County Veteran Service Officer, to discuss his experience with “Bailee” his Service Dog [00:00:34] -Mission Statement [00:01:04] Guest Introduction [00:01:15] Guest Background [00:01:27] Military Experience [00:02:10] Losing Brothers to PTSD [00:02:50] Understanding the experiences [00:03:21] Getting over Victimhood [00:04:00] Straightening Out my Life [00:04:37] Going Back to School [00:05:48] Bailee [00:07:10] New Purpose [00:12:25] Learning the Transition [00:14:52] Making Better Choices [00:21:01] Developing Your Mission [00:25:00] Reaching Out After a Loss [00:28:35] Service Dog Stereo-Types [00:39:09] Passion [00:41:44] Grand Traverse County VA [00:42:27] Honoring a Veteran or 4 [00:43:01] Outro [00:43:26] Disclaimer

This episode is dedicated to Frank Williams, U.S. Air Force veteran. Operation Pathfinder navigating PTSD episode #09. We are ready (WAR) In this Intel Briefing, we'll dive deeper into additional resources for veterans first responders and many other trauma survivors to keep us so the high level of readiness. Code Green for Responders Fire/EMS Helpline (888) 731-FIRE (3473) Police, Law Enforcement Helpline (800) 267-5463 1st Responders and their families (206) 459-3020 Sexual Trauma Survivors Helpline (800) 950-NAMI (6264)  

This Episode is Dedicated to Donald Hoback Operation: Pathfinder, Navigating PTSD episode # 008 A conversation with a County Veteran Service Officer (CVSO) You'll hear from the director of the Grand Traverse County Veterans Affairs office in Traverse City Michigan as he discussed the many available resources you have at your disposal right now. [00:00:35] – Mission Statement [00:01:03] – Guest Introduction [00:01:18] – Guest [00:02:13] – Description of a CVSO’s responsibilities! [00:02:49] – Certificate of Eligibility [00:03:30] – Peer-To-Peer Support Group [00:04:21] – Compensation & Pension Claim [00:06:11] – Medical Records [00:07:46] – Nexus Statement [00:08:52] – Debunking Misinformation [00:10:12] – PTSD and your Gun Rights [00:12:16] – Income limitations for Compensation & Pension [00:12:49] – Mental obstacles for Veterans [00:14:41] – Grand Traverse County Location – Click Here for more information on CVSO in Grand Traverse County, Michigan Grand Traverse, Veteran Affairs Office 2650 LaFranier Road Traverse City, MI 49686 Phone: 231-995-6070 Fax: 231-929-1983 TDD: 231-922-4412 Hours Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. [00:14:58] – Contact info for other CVSO – Click on Link for more information on CVSOs in your area [00:16:03] – Closing [00:16:24] – Honoring a Veteran [00:16:42] – Next Week's Briefing [00:16:55] – Subscribe to this FREE Podcast [00:17:21] – Disclaimer Operation: Pathfinder Podcast is based on my views and experience with PTSD but will be as evidence based as possible. I welcome any comments, suggestions, or correction of errors.  I take no money from drug, device or medical companies.  Always consult your own physician or therapist for any medical or mental health issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast.  Under no circumstances shall Operation: Pathfinder, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Operation: Pathfinder be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.  

This episode is dedicated to US Navy veteran William J. Spencer. Operation Pathfinder navigating PTSD. Episode #7. Building your team. And in this Intel briefing I will be discussing the important members of your team and how each member's role is necessary for a successful campaign. [00:00:28] – Mission Statement [00:00:58] – The Team [00:01:14] – Medics [00:03:44] – Intelligence Officer [00:04:21] – Episode #6 & Research Reference [00:04:28] – Intelligence Officer (Continued) [00:05:09] – Counter-Intelligence Officer  [00:06:25] – Translators [00:08:04] – Supply & Logistics [00:08:43] – Show Notes Research [00:09:24] – Build Trust with Your Team [00:09:45] – Honoring a Veteran [00:09:58] – Next Week's Episode [00:10:11] – Check us out! [00:10:38] – Disclaimer