Celebrate the Struggle

Del Saam joins me again on Celebrate the Struggle to chat about the affects of PTS and how it can resonate in the form of anger. Anger is a common characteristic in individuals who struggle with the affects of trauma. Del tells us about his journey to work on learning new tools to reshape our thinking and our actions. 

Del Saam joins me today on Celebrate the Struggle to discuss how his struggles with post traumatic stress have led him on a journey of healing. The journey continues as Del, an Army Veteran, now dedicates his life to serving others as he continues on. his post traumatic growth journey. Del is a Mentor Coordinator for Veterans Treatment Court, a Nation-wide program working to help veterans actually treat the issues that have caused problems resulting in consequences from the criminal justice system. 

After three deployments, Del didn't exactly recognize the affects that PTS until his anger resulted in a domestic violence charge. It was then, that the invisible wounds started to become present through Del's eyes.  Del talks about different programs and resources he has tapped into that have since helped him to learn how to sleep and find the right combination of strategies to help him. 

https://justiceforvets.org/what-is-a-veterans-treatment-court/

https://www.moraineviewretreat.org/

https://strengthathome.org/

Cawvey Day is a day that we remember our fallen sister and NUMBER 2, Jessica Cawvey. We love you Cawvster! 

Jilly Riley joins me today on Celebrate the Struggle to share her story. Abandoned twice in two different countries, the trauma started at a young age. Jill learned how to put on a face that wouldn't allow others to know what was really going on in her life. After being adopted, her adoptive father molested her and her sister. Meanwhile, Jill's mother was dealing with her own struggles that resulted in vicious physical abuse even to the point where Jill would have to check her clothing to make sure blood wasn't showing through her shirt for others to see. After years of masking the trauma, Jill's life comes to its breaking point. Sharing her story has helped her on her healing journey and continues to keep her going. She continues to share her message and help others as well on her podcast Post Traumatic Faith. 

www.jillriley.com 

jill@jillriley.org

To check this interview out on Youtube just visit https://youtu.be/TmMeFNp6XPY

What are the things in your life that hold you back the most? What self-limiting beliefs to you carry with you that you haven't even identified that you are hanging on to them? For me, I am my biggest adversary. I am the one that I battle with the most to get out of my head. I see that. I know that. I'm going to continue doing something about it! What about you?

Jeremy Wells joins me on Celebrate the Struggle today to chat about his journey to becoming a business owner of Wells Firearms & Training. Wells is an Army Veteran whose passion for weapons and teaching others has led him down a path to doing just that. Wells educates others on firearms safety, but also continues to prioritize ongoing learning himself. He has created a business in the community that brings people together. A place where people can connect and share that camaraderie. One thing that Wells says he always wants to make a priority is keeping that human connection with his clients. Check out his story! https://youtu.be/2n1wij1zxS8 

https://www.facebook.com/wellsfirearms

http://wellsfirearms.com/?fbclid=IwAR0yrcwphq76ujQg_qClyPgwxBmVErTTUC2S22IOl8IxcnuXGwCrIfymz-g

wellsfirearms@gmail.com

I think by now we have all heard the term "post traumatic stress disorder" or PTSD, but have you heard about post traumatic growth? Post traumatic growth is the journey that one can take after trauma that comes to them. To connect with me more about this or my podcast Celebrate the Struggle just visit www.thejenniferhobbs.com or email me at jennifer@thejenniferhobbs.com  Be sure to subscribe if you want to hear more!

Check it out on my YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/k3P6oMCGdBo

Life is not linear. It is full of ups and downs. I encourage you to focus on the strength that got you to where you are today rather than your shortcomings. I challenge you to not focus on other's shortcomings all the time. "It is not so difficult to develop a loving attitude toward yourself and others. Rather than searching for shortcomings, love watches for any sign of light and strength. It sees how far each one has come, not how far he has to go." EDGE Keynote

 At twenty-two Jared Diehl was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and joins me today to share about how he has not allowed his struggles to keep him from making an impact in this world. Jared shares about his suicidal ideations and his attempt to take his life which left him in a coma. Seven days later he woke up. After five months in recovery, he couldn't figure out why he was still sad even after SURVIVING a suicide attempt.  Jared's journey goes on as he works through the processes that come with life's challenges and learning more about mental health. He is not now working to use his struggles to make an impact in this world, sharing his voice and getting involved in other organizations. Check out his blog and podcast LOUDER NOW to learn more about his journey and what he has learned. I admire you Jared! Keep up the good work and thank you for coming on to get comfortable with the uncomfortable.  

Check out this interview on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/AVUkr5yqEC4

Jared's Blog: https://loudernow150982498.wordpress.com/blog/ Louder Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jared-diehl-the-louder-now-podcast/id1454818946

Anthony joins me on the show today to chat about growing up as a military brat, then on to becoming a Veteran himself. We chat about his perseverance as he juggles being a full-time student, working part-time, and caring for a new baby. 

Trivia time with Perry the Wildman. Listen as he is put on the spot and expected to finish the sentence. 

Criticism can be constructive at times. It can push us to be and do better. Unfortunately, criticism can also have the opposite effect. It can break us down and bring on a negative self-image. Remember, "it is not the critic who counts."   - Theodore Roosevelt

Tuesday reflection was so needed for me. I must find it within me to overcome the frustrating times. I will be grateful and not angry! I will be positive and not negative! I will find the power within me to be resilient. I WILL!

My finance battle buddy, Dr. Ann James, joins me today on Celebrate the Struggle to chat about how her WHY led her to helping military veterans reclaim their confidence in managing their finances. There was a time when Ann was not in the position to care for her daughter financially, or at least, she wasn't sure. With that drive to self educate herself on how to obtain and sustain financially freedom, she fell in love with numbers. After 21  years in the military, Ann now dedicates her career to her passion helping veterans with their financial wellness.

 For more information about Dr. Ann James or to schedule a free 15 minute money chat visit: https://linktr.ee/drannjames?fbclid=IwAR2LDtsLRxH11gEl0GJQM4T293QptE7KbfSvBsQzNXdkrl3vAYlFpGbtpC0

To check out this interview on YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/fGUrnlRJ_Y8

We chatted last week about post traumatic stress disorder and who has it. Recently when I was doing research on PTSD, I read in a book called Ghosts Within: Journeying Through PTSD by Gary Leech. In there, Leech writes about how PTSD results in a person exhibiting "disruptive physical reactions in the present" in the form of four types of symptoms. Perry the Wildman joins me today to identify those four types. 

Today the Wildman and Jennifer take it from where they left off last week chatting about Santa or Stalin. In case you missed last week's, be sure to check it out so you know what we are talking about. It is all about growth and identifying who we DO NOT want to be in those impulsive moments of reaction. Be better, do better!

Thank you to all Vietnam Veterans! Your sacrifice was one that NONE of us will ever be able to understand. 

For someone who suffers from PTSD, sometimes the response to a stimulus is not EXACTLY appropriate. Today Perry the Wildman and I chat about how this looks in our lives. You never know who you are going to get, Santa or Stalin. Stay tuned for more on this topic next week.

I am listening to Brene Brown's The Power of Vulnerability on Audible. She is so insightful and pretty witty folks! You should check her out. 

Today I chat a little bit about her teachings of the shame gremlins and how to overcome them!

Today we change it up a bit and enjoy a fun interview with Perry the Wildman about a few of his military likes and dislikes. 

I highly encourage you to take sometime after listening to this episode to recognize your self-truths vs self-lies.

Perry the Wildman chats about the continuing process of filing a claim and his triggering appointment he had this week. We got your 6 Perry! Love ya Battle!

An amazing quote from the book The Unspeakable Mind: Stories of Trauma and Healing From the Frontlines of PTSD Science.