http://maketheconnection.net
Make the Connection is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ national public awareness campaign that features true stories of Veterans who have faced and overcome challenges.
]]>enMental HealthCopyright Make the Connectionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0b3de00d0350fd23b50d2cfb2749ff7f.jpghttp://maketheconnection.netThu, 05 Sep 2024 00:05:07 +0000Make the ConnectionMake the Connectionveteransmtc@gmail.comMake the Connection: Real Veterans. Real Stories. is powered by the voices of Veterans sharing their stories. Whether you are a Veteran or you love someone who has served, our podcast shines a light on the mental health challenges that some Veterans...
Make the Connection is the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ national public awareness campaign that features true stories of Veterans who have faced and overcome challenges.
]]>falseserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-1-the-first-step--46549643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46549643Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:16:11 +0000Make the ConnectionThe Make the Connection: Real Veterans. Real Stories. podcast explores mental health challenges that many Veterans may face — and ways to overcome them. In our first episode, four Veterans talk about taking that first step toward healthier living by...787airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-2-from-soldier-to-civilian--46549823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46549823Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:19:44 +0000Make the ConnectionIn our second episode, we hear from Tristan, Chris, and Hector: Veterans who know what it’s really like to transition back into civilian life after serving in the military. Hear them describe some of the challenges they faced, like flashbacks, PTSD,...704airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-3-the-path-to-forgiveness--46550002https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46550002Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:24:42 +0000Make the ConnectionRobert is a survivor of sexual violence, and its effects controlled his life for over 30 years. Through support from VA, Robert discovered that forgiveness was his most valuable tool in restoring his peace of mind, hope, and joy. This episode features...667airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-4-inspiring-stories-from-women-veterans--46551006https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46551006Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:39:10 +0000Make the ConnectionWomen are the fastest-growing segment of the military and Veteran populations. While each woman’s experience is unique, many women face similar challenges, both during their military service and after returning to civilian life. In this episode, hear...1154airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-5-from-homelessness-to-helping-others--46551078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46551078Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:39:16 +0000Make the ConnectionAfter 12 years in the U.S. Army, Ryan returned to civilian life and his feelings of helplessness, guilt, and isolation grew. Hear his story —from experiencing homelessness to finding, and ultimately giving back, support.729airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s1-episode-6-the-power-of-community--46554832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46554832Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:39:21 +0000Make the ConnectionFeeling a sense of community binds us together and makes each of us stronger. In this episode, Amber talks about the power of shared experience. When facing mental health challenges, she discovered that no matter how isolated you may feel, there is...914airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-1-veterans-find-a-new-mission--56898840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898840Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:00:02 +0000Make the ConnectionMany Veterans find their next mission after serving in the military includes returning to school—this episode of ‘Real Veterans. Real Stories.’ explores how mental health support has helped Veterans as they take on new challenges in the classroom and...534airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-2-veterans-on-their-mission-to-give-back--56898841https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898841Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:05:00 +0000Make the ConnectionSome Veterans give service to their country, and keep giving back after their military career has ended. In this episode of ‘Real Veterans. Real Stories’ we hear from Veterans who, after receiving mental health support, made it their mission to give...611airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-3-veterans-on-finding-self-after-service--56898842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898842Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:10:00 +0000Make the ConnectionA career in public service is one way that Veterans continue to place service over self. With the goal of helping other Veterans navigate the challenges of civilian life, these Veterans have invested in their next mission: finding what comes next.731airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-4-mental-health-a-family-mission--56898843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898843Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:15:00 +0000Make the ConnectionFor many Veterans, balancing family life and their mental health is a challenge. Hear from Veterans who made it their mission to improve their mental health and family relationships.817airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-5-lgbtq-veterans-on-their-mission-of-self-acceptance--56898844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898844Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:20:00 +0000Make the ConnectionFor some LGBTQ+ Veterans, living fully as themselves once seemed impossible. With a mission of finding self-acceptance, Veterans in this episode of ‘Real Veterans. Real Stories.’ describe their path to living openly and honestly.1005airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2-episode-6-self-healing-through-self-expression--56898846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56898846Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:25:00 +0000Make the ConnectionIn this episode of Real Veterans. Real Stories.’ Veterans describe how self-expression has bettered their mental health. Whether through art, music, or poetry, the next mission for these Veterans is turning pain into beauty by sharing a part of...1248airforce,anxiety,coastguard,depression,marines,mentalhealth,mentalhealthawareness,military,nationalguard,ptsd,recovery,therapy,usa,usarmy,usnavy,veteran,veteransfalse26full