147 episodes
Your Story Doesn't End Here Rachel Oswalt
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5.0 • 39 Ratings
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Welcome to Your Story Doesn't End Here, the mental health podcast of military and veterans who refuse to be silenced. Our mission is to be a voice for those who don't have a voice, bring awareness to mental health issues, provide value and solutions, and to change the culture when it comes to mental health within the DoD organizations.
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health in the US Navy here: https://chng.it/K4rr9PBp
Visit us at www.ysdeh.com
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Overcoming the Unseen Wounds: How the Mighty Oaks Foundation Supports Veterans and First Responders
TW: Discussion of combat experiences and trauma, mentions of PTSD, depression, and suicidal ideation, descriptions of anger, frustration, and emotional outbursts, references to the loss of fellow service members
Show Notes:- In this episode, host Rachel Oswalt interviews Jeremy Stalnecker, a former Marine Corps infantry officer and co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping military warriors and their families overcome the unseen wounds of combat.
- Jeremy shares his personal story of struggling with PTSD and an identity crisis after transitioning out of the military, and how he found healing and purpose through his faith and establishing the Mighty Oaks Foundation.
- The episode explores the challenges veterans face when returning to civilian life, the importance of peer support and tough conversations in the recovery process, and how organizations like Mighty Oaks are working to change the culture around mental health in the military and first responder communities.
- Listeners will gain insights into the unique experiences of combat veterans, resources available for those seeking support, and the power of resilience in the face of trauma.
- Key topics include: veteran mental health, PTSD, military transition, identity and purpose, peer support, and the work of the Mighty Oaks Foundation.
Find more information about the Mighty Oaks Foundation at https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
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Dwyan Marsh - Leveraging Military Lessons for Entrepreneurial Success
TW: divorce, traumatic experiences
In this episode, Dwyan Marsh shares his journey from serving in the Air Force to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges of military life, including the impact on his marriage and family, as well as how he leveraged his military experiences to build relationships and find success in the business world. Marsh emphasizes the importance of intentionality, networking, and using technology to streamline business operations.
Connect with Dwyan at https://marshmagnify.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@marshmagnify
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
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Website: www.ysdeh.com
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health Care in the United States Navy here: https://chng.it/z2M6WR2WcM
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Justin B. - Leveraging Your Expertise to Achieve 10x Goals and Impact More Lives
This episode explores how military veterans and service members can leverage their expertise and skills to start successful businesses and achieve their goals. The guest speaker, Justin Boyle, shares his personal journey from corporate America to becoming a motivational speaker and coach, and provides insights on using virtual events to scale a business and help more people. The discussion covers topics such as mental health, purpose, and overcoming obstacles in the transition to civilian life.
Boyle encourages listeners to visit his website at www.thechargeforward.com to learn more about his services and schedule a time to discuss how they can leverage their expertise to achieve their goals.
Find Justin on social media by searching "Justin Boyle"
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube
Support the podcast on Patreon
Website: www.ysdeh.com
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health Care in the United States Navy here: https://chng.it/z2M6WR2WcM
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Grieving Unfulfilled Expectations and Finding the Silver Linings in Life's Detours
In this episode, host Rachel reflects on the importance of facing discomfort in order to grow, overcome challenges, and achieve our goals. She discusses her own experiences avoiding discomfort by staying stuck in negative patterns and mindsets.
Rachel emphasizes that our comfort zones often hold us back from tapping into our full potential. She encourages listeners to identify areas in their lives where they are resisting change and growth out of fear of the unknown.
Some key tips Rachel shares for overcoming the mental blocks that keep us avoiding discomfort include:
- Surrounding yourself with people who will encourage growth, even if it means hearing hard truths
- Challenging yourself daily through small, incremental steps outside your comfort zone
- Using gratitude to reframe difficult experiences as opportunities for learning and strength building
- Learning to embrace difficult emotions like grief, failure and regret to move forward in a healthy way
For veterans and others seeking personal and professional reinvention, Rachel stresses finding the courage to face discomfort is essential for growth, healing from past experiences, and living an impactful, fulfilling life aligned with your true potential.
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube
Support the podcast on Patreon
Website: www.ysdeh.com
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health Care in the United States Navy here: https://chng.it/z2M6WR2WcM
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Transitioning with Purpose: Resources and Support for Veterans
This episode features a panel discussion on finding purpose after military service. Host Rachel Oswalt is joined by three guests with experience supporting veterans:
Dr. Rich Nicholson, an organizational psychologist who has worked in veteran transition and transformation for over 15 years.
Lee Whittington, a 20-year Air Force veteran who now supports veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce through his work with Reboot.
Maurice Wilson, a retired 26-year Navy veteran who co-founded the Reboot transition program in 2010.
The guests discuss challenges veterans face when separating from the military, like loss of identity, purpose and community. They explore how internal reflection and goal-setting can help veterans discover their new purpose. The panel also addresses difficulties transitioning servicemembers face and how emotional preparation and community support can help. Resources like Reboot's workshops and weekly muster calls are shared. The discussion emphasizes changing mindsets and an emerging AI job matching app to support veterans in finding purpose and career fit after service.
Resources mentioned:
REBOOT: https://www.nvtsi.org/
Weekly Muster every Saturday 11 AM - 12 PM PST: weeklymuster.online
Onward Ops: https://onwardops.org
Managing Your Transition Timeline: www.mytt365.online
Job Set AI: coming soon
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube
Support the podcast on Patreon
Website: www.ysdeh.com
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health Care in the United States Navy here: https://chng.it/z2M6WR2WcM
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Finding Purpose Through Advocacy: Vic Martin's Journey with Traumatic Brain Injury and Mental Health
Trigger Warnings: Discussion of traumatic brain injury, mental health struggles including suicidal thoughts, and recovery journey.
Today's guest, Vic Martin shares his experience with traumatic brain injury during Navy service and subsequent mental health challenges. He discusses his recovery journey, including volunteering and leadership roles helping other veterans. Martin also highlights the importance of collaboration and comprehensive treatment programs like Solara Mental Health. Listeners learn about resources like the San Diego Veterans Coalition and ways to get involved in advocacy.
Resources mentioned:
- Solara Mental Health treatment program (solaramentalhealth.org) - Provides holistic mental health treatment and alternative therapies for veterans.
- San Diego Veterans Coalition (https://sdvetscoalition.org/https://sdvetscoalition.org/) - Nonprofit that connects over 150 veteran-serving organizations in the area.
- Mental Health Advocacy Councils (contact Vic Martin) - Councils at each VA meant to improve mental health services from a veteran perspective.
To get in touch:
- Contact Vic at his email: mn.vicmartin@gmail.com for questions about any of the above or to get involved in advocacy.
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If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or have experienced sexual assault and need help or someone to talk to, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673**
**Any views discussed in this episode are strictly personal views and not views of the United States military. This podcast is in no way affiliated with any branch of the United States military. Some names have been changed in order to protect the identities of speakers and/or names mentioned throughout episodes.
Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube
Support the podcast on Patreon
Website: www.ysdeh.com
Sign the petition for Better Mental Health Care in the United States Navy here: https://chng.it/z2M6WR2WcM
Follow Your Story Doesn't End Here on IG at https://www.instagram.com/_ysdeh/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/ysdeh
Customer Reviews
Amazing show
I love everything that this podcast brings to the table.
Thank you Rachel, you are needed.
Thank you for the work you do.
Great and relatable podcast!
Rachel does such a great job with walking each guest through their story as well as highlighting certain areas that will be immediately related to the listener! I look forward to these episodes each week!