133 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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Facing Self-Doubt and Finding Purpose: My Reflections on Personal Development
Host, Rachel Oswalt discusses her personal journey with the 75 Hard challenge and how it is helping her improve self-discipline. She reflects on struggles with self-doubt and finding purpose after the military. Updates are also provided on ongoing work in the Oak Harbor community to establish resources for veterans and increase support for military mental health.
Episode timestamps:
[0:00] Introduction and background on starting 75 Hard challenge
[0:09] Discussion of book "Psycho Cybernetics" and impact on self-image
[0:18] Reflections on purpose, career pivots, and broadening mindset after military service
[0:30] Updates on initiatives in Oak Harbor community around military mental health and resources
[0:45] Gratitude for listeners and importance of ongoing conversations around military experiences
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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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Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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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Almost Kicked Out My First Year in the Navy
Host, Rachel, deep dives into her story of getting in trouble and going through the non-judicial punishment process her first year in the Navy at her training command. She traces that situation back to feelings rooted deep into childhood of questioning whether or not she is a "good person".
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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: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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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Victoria H. - Harassment and Hazing to Helping and Healing
TW: Discussions of harassment, hazing, bullying, mental health struggles including anxiety, PTSD, depression, suicide ideation, physical intimidation, workplace hostility, relationship abuse, and illness.
Today's guest, Victoria shares her experience of facing harassment, hazing and bullying as a young Sailor, which caused panic attacks and suicidal thoughts. She persevered and completed her training, but struggled with anxiety throughout her career. Victoria faced further challenges including relationship abuse, mental health issues, and a hostile work environment.
After leaving the military, Victoria found support through friends and her husband. She worked to improve her mental health and now helps other veterans through her job assisting with VA disability claims. Victoria hopes to reduce stigma around mental health issues and encourage veterans to access benefits they deserve.
Atlas Benefit Counseling website: www.bevetstrong.com
Victoria's direct consultation link!
https://forms.zohopublic.com/bevetstrong/form/InformationRequestVictoriaHardy/formperma/GZQVSmpQUQbiITG55k6t1qnKD0oOBqhFMGsQCFqn5Jk
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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
Check out our newest mental health and self care blog Soul Serenity at www.soulserenityhub.com and make sure you check out the veterans hub for information and resources.
Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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/
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Helping Heroes: One Veteran's Mission to End Homelessness in His Community
Trigger Warnings: Discussions of mental health issues including PTSD, substance abuse, suicide, homelessness.
Dale Mullen, founder of Warrior Homes of Collier, shares his passion for helping veterans in need. Learn how his transitional housing model has an 86% success rate in getting veterans off the streets and back on their feet.
Key topics: veteran homelessness, mental health support, transitional housing models, affordable housing crisis, senior poverty
Website: www.wwcollier.orgDonate: https://wwcollier.org/donate/Facebook: @wwcollier.orgInstagram: @warriorhomes_collier
YouTube: @woundedwarriorsofcollierco6528
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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
Check out our newest mental health and self care blog Soul Serenity at www.soulserenityhub.com and make sure you check out the veterans hub for information and resources.
Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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/
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Chris Hunt - What the Royal Marines do Different
Trigger Warnings: Discussion of military experiences may include details of combat and trauma.
Today's guest, Chris Hunt, is a former Royal Marines Commando and mental performance psychologist. Serving in the Royal Marines from 2006-2013, he spent two tours in Afghanistan. His current work is in mental performance psychology. In this episode we talk about:
- Chris shares his experience of training and serving in the Royal Marines, highlighting what makes their training more intense than other UK military branches. - He discusses his transition out of the military and the challenges he faced both mentally and with custody of his children. - Chris talks about his journey developing his mental performance work and the various tools and techniques he uses with clients.- Examples are given of simple yet effective mental tools anyone can use like the "three things" gratitude exercise.
Where to Find the Guest:Website: www.therapycise.co.uk
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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
Check out our newest mental health and self care blog Soul Serenity at www.soulserenityhub.com and make sure you check out the veterans hub for information and resources.
Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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/
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Alden Mills: Cultivating an Unstoppable Mindset
Trigger Warnings: Discussion of medical conditions including asthma and blood in the lungs. Brief mention of suicide.
Today's guest, Alden Mills, is on a mission to help 100 million people Be Unstoppable. He is a two-time bestselling author, the former Inc. 500 CEO of Perfect Fitness, and the founder of multiple businesses. Throughout his time as a businessman founding and leading multiple companies, he has been awarded over 40 patents. A former Navy SEAL, he is a three-time platoon commander and ranked #1 platoon commander each time. Alden teaches people, teams, and organizations to Be Unstoppable. Entrepreneur magazine recently ranked him the #1 top virtual speaker.
- Mills discusses overcoming asthma to become a Navy SEAL in episode with Rachel Oswalt of Your Story Doesn't End Here podcast.
- Mills shares how his mother's encouragement shaped his journey from childhood asthma diagnosis to Naval Academy and SEAL training.
- Key exercises from Mills' upcoming book Unstoppable Mindset help develop an unstoppable mindset through outcome accounting and envisioning goals.
- Previous books by Mills include Being Unstoppable and Unstoppable Teams.
To connect with Alden Mills:
Website: alden-mills.comTwitter/X: @AldenMills Facebook: Alden Mills | Facebook
Purchase Unstoppable Mindset on Amazon for release on April 23, 2024
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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
Check out our newest mental health and self care blog Soul Serenity at www.soulserenityhub.com and make sure you check out the veterans hub for information and resources.
Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=108419824
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!