VET TALK

Over the months of June and July I conducted a survey on fifty-five service members. Out of those fifty-five service members only fifteen...

"Find anyone to talk to and just talk about the good time you have had in life. It bring it to the forefront of your mind."

"Stay busy and work on personal growth. Exercise more and read self-development books."

"If you have PTSD try to find yourself in a calm environment and someone to talk to. If you have depression go out with friends and talk...

"Give all your thoughts and problems to Jesus and seek him for help/guidance and he won't fail you."

"Talk to someone, try medicine and find a hobby you like to help keep your mind off the stuff that is bothering you."

"Find a group of people that are sympathetic to the military life. The American Legion, VFW, and other similar organizations. Volunteer...

"Don't be afraid to seek help. Seeking help has been one of the best decisions I have ever made."

"Spiritual awakening from acceptance of help. Others are only looking out for you. Whatever that looks like, religion or self-awareness....

"Talk to a friend or somebody you trust. Try to find and correct the issue. Find the reasons that make you valuable in life."

Sometimes things can seem overwhelming, but if you learn how to manage what you're feeling and have a support system that uplifts you,...

"Sometimes no advice is the best advice. A lot of people feel unheard and like no ones listening. So, find someone who will just listen."

"Call someone you trust and remember that what you're going through is just for the moment if you can get through this moment, the next...

"Keep going and don't let yourself down!"

"Ask yourself what you believe the source of your anxiety/depression is and take small steps to improve the situation."

"Find something in life that gives you a little bit of joy, take time throughout the day to think about something that made you laugh or...

"There is always someone who loves you and someone aways there to listen, you are never alone."

"You are not alone. You always have a shoulder to lean on in hard times."

"Reach out to immediate resources to build a community. Have multiple options to give you more of a balance."

"Talk to someone, and don't go through it alone!"