Alone and Unafraid Podcast

🚨 New Wing It Wednesday Episode of Alone and Unafraid is live! 🚨 In this episode, Tyler and I take a step back to reflect on where we were on September 11th, how it changed our lives, and the impact we’ve seen since. From discussing the DC sniper and the Iraq invasion to military challenges like stop-loss, we cover a lot of ground. We also dive into some fun conversations around Bigfoot, Stonehenge, and more. After our last heavy episode, this one serves as a much-needed palate cleanser! 🎧 Tune in for a mix of reflection, humor, and insight. #Podcast #Veterans #MilitaryLife #Leadership #MentalHealth #911 #WingItWednesday #Bigfoot https://lnkd.in/eCvGFF96

🌟 Resilience and Recovery: Breaking the Silence on PTSD and Mental Health 🌟 In this powerful episode, Thad and Tyler are joined by Jeremy Thibodeaux, a former 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment MH-47 Flight Engineer and Silver Star recipient, who is now pursuing a doctorate in psychology. Jeremy opens up about his personal journey, reflecting on how both his childhood illnesses and military service impacted his mental health. Jeremy shares how his experiences with Post-Traumatic Stress stems not only from intense combat missions but also from the long-term effects of childhood trauma and bullying due to his health condition. We talks about the importance of addressing mental health in communities where stigma still prevails and shares how his journey to healing led him to pursue psychology to help others. His story is a testament to the deep connection between physical and mental health. Key takeaways from this episode include Jeremy’s insights on: · PTSD and Mental Health Struggles: How untreated trauma, from both childhood and military service, can manifest in destructive ways. · Breaking the Stigma: The military’s culture of silence around mental health and the need for open conversations. ·  Fatherhood and Mental Health: How Jeremy is breaking cycles of trauma in raising his children, including a special needs son, who also faces significant health challenges ·  Healing Through Service: How Jeremy’s mission is to help others suffering from PTSD, especially in the military and veteran communities. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ep7-QvNN #Resilience #MentalHealthAwareness #PTSDRecovery #ARSOF #mentalhealth #veterans #BreakingTheSilence #VeteranSupport #FirstResponder #MentalHealthMatters #CombatPTSD #PsychologicalResilience #VeteranMentalHealth #HealingFromTrauma #OvercomingPTSD #PodcastCommunity #WellnessJourney #LeadershipAndWellbeing #MindsetMatters #VeteranStories

🚀 Unlock Your Potential: Leadership, Post-Military Transition, and Self-Care Insights from Special Operations Veterans 🚀 In our latest conversation, Thad and Tyler talk with Landon Cheben and we dive deep into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from military life to civilian careers. We cover topics that resonate with many veterans and professionals alike: 🔑 Military Experiences: Special Operations Aviation, and the importance of staying true to yourself. 💡 Key Insights: Financial planning, the value of teamwork, and maintaining work-life balance. ✈️ Career Transition: From West Point to flight school, and from military service to becoming a commercial airline pilot. 🎯 Leadership & Mindset: Surround yourself with good people, seek help when needed, and focus on collective success over individual credit. 📈 Entrepreneurship: Building companies that help veterans transition into new industries and create generational wealth. Whether you're a veteran navigating your next chapter or a professional seeking to optimize your career and personal life, these insights are for you. Remember, success is about taking action, staying disciplined, and surrounding yourself with excellence. Let’s connect, share your thoughts, and help each other grow! 💪 #Leadership #Veterans #Transition #Aviation #SelfCare #Entrepreneurship #GrowthMindset #Teamwork #MilitaryToCivilian #GenerationalWealth #SOF #MARSOC #NAVSPECWAR #AFSOC #mentalhealth

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By empowering veterans to build guitars, Reveille Guitar Project not only fosters creativity and accomplishment but also directly addresses the high rates of family strain and civilian adjustment challenges, promoting long-term healing through music and craftsmanship 🎸 🔨 #veteranluthiers #specialops #healingthroughmusic #partnership #communitysupport #veterannonprofit

"You are what you eat" is a saying we all know, emphasizing how our diet impacts our physical health. But what about our mental and emotional health? Could it be that "You are what you consume" applies just as much to the mind and spirit? In today’s episode, Thad and Tyler dive deep into how the things we consume—whether it’s media, social interactions with people, or ideas, or even movies—can profoundly shape our emotional and mental well-being. We’ll explore this through the lenses of psychology, spirituality, and even quantum physics. (J/K just regular physics) Listen wherever you get your podcast or here: https://lnkd.in/e6Q-RpFN #VeteranStories #MentalHealthMatters #AuthenticLiving #Leadership #PodcastEpisode #VeteranTransition #AloneAndUnafraid #USMC #USARMY #SOF #NAVSPECWAR #veterans #mentalhealth #physics #militarytransition #iphone #socialmedia

How many days have been “wrecked” or you say “nothing got done today” because you view your day as one “day” instead of quarters….this might help!

🎙 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Ever wondered what it's like to transition from a distinguished military career to civilian life? Andrew Eubanks, a Marine officer and former Naval Aviator, shares his raw and powerful journey on the latest episode of Alone and Unafraid. Code Name: Huckett joins the conversation as we talk about everything from battling identity crises to overcoming mental health challenges and substance abuse, Andrew opens up about the struggles many veterans face when the uniform comes off. He dives deep into the importance of aligning your life with your core values and beliefs, and how straying from them can lead to inner turmoil and emotional suffering. We also unpack the impact of social media on mental health and the concept of living authentically in a world that often rewards the opposite. 🎧 Tune in now to gain insights that could change your perspective on life and mental well-being. https://lnkd.in/e652Kmk6 #VeteranStories #MentalHealthMatters #AuthenticLiving #Leadership #PodcastEpisode #VeteranTransition #AloneAndUnafraid #USMC #veterans #navalaviator #mentalhealth #marines #marinecorps #militarytransition

Is tipping out of control? "Tip-flation" is a thing. In this episode of Alone and Unafraid, Thad is joined by Tyler and Katie Huckett, along with Christopher Jason for the first-ever segment of 'Gripes and Grinds'. This segment is quick, to the point and all about airing out frustrations and venting about everyday annoyances. Today, we dive into the contentious topic of tipping, expressing our frustration with the increasing expectations and automatic gratuity. https://lnkd.in/eRRAfwU9 https://lnkd.in/e7n4Ubhv #annoying #Management #foodandbeverage #restaurants #mentalhealth #coffee