Understanding Combat Stress What is Combat Stress? Combat stress is a term that’s thrown around a lot, but let’s break it down. It refers to the physical and emotional reactions to the intense stress of…
Empowerment After Service: Veteran Support Programs with Biblical…
Faith-Based Community Engagement Building Relationships One of the most powerful tools we can use to empower veterans is the act of building community. When veterans return home, they often find themselves isolated from their support…
Reclaiming Identity: Life After Military Service with the…
Understanding the Transition Defining the Shift When I first left the military, I was hit with this massive shift—almost like stepping off a boat onto dry land after being at sea for ages. You know,…
Heroes’ Haven: Finding Peace After Combat with Biblical…
Understanding the Battle Within Identifying Inner Turmoil In my journey through the battlefield of life—whether literal or metaphorical—I've wrestled with inner demons that refuse to stay quiet. It's crucial to first acknowledge the emotional turmoil…
Calm After the Storm: Biblical Healing Techniques for…
Understanding PTSD Through a Biblical Lens Recognizing the Symptoms When I first started learning about PTSD, I was blown away by how many people can be affected by it. You might not think of someone…
Soldiers and Scripture: Finding Peace After Service
Recognizing the Struggles of Transition Understanding the Emotional Toll Transitioning from military life to civilian life isn’t just swapping the uniform for street clothes; it’s an emotional rollercoaster. I’ll be real with you: the shift…
Healing internal battles after war
Whew! Let me tell you, navigating the inner turmoil after a war can feel like you’re trapped in a whirlwind of emotions and memories. It's tough, but understanding that healing is a journey that takes…
Restoring families after military trauma
Understanding Military Trauma What is Military Trauma? Military trauma often goes beyond what you might traditionally think of as a "trauma." It's not just about physical injuries but encompasses psychological impacts, too. When our service…
Scripture as Solace: Finding Comfort After Combat
Reconciling Your Emotions Understanding Grief and Loss When we talk about combat, whether in a literal sense or the internal battles we face, emotions can get pretty overwhelming. I've been there, too. It’s like a…