Episode 117- Veteran Mental Health Crisis: Struggles with PTSD, Trauma, and Isolation

Standing at a Veterans Day parade. Surrounded by thousands. And still feeling completely alone.

In this raw and honest episode of The Mental Health Janitors, we dig into the hidden wounds many veterans carry: PTSD, trauma, loss of identity, and the long road to healing. Whether you're fresh out of the military or decades into civilian life, these conversations hit home.

Sgt. Q reveals the lifelines that helped him push through the darkest moments. Jess shares why community and connection matter more than most realize. Together, they confront the unspoken struggles veterans face, ones you’ll want to hear for yourself.

You’re not weak for struggling. And you’re not alone anymore.
Healing takes time. But your squad is here, and this episode is where it starts.

🎧 Listen now. Reclaim your mission. Build your squad.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to The Mental Health Janitors
01:45 – How PTSD Dismantles a Veteran’s Identity After Service
05:35 – Transitioning Out of the Military: What No One Prepares You For
08:19 – Can Faith and Brotherhood Carry You Through PTSD and Trauma?
15:09 – The Support System Every Veteran Needs (But Few Have)
18:18 – How Veterans Heal Mind, Body, and Spirit
26:56 – Veterans Are Stronger Together: Healing Through Shared Experience
31:09 – Why Every Veteran Needs a Battle Buddy They Can Rely On
31:27 – What Veterans Day Really Means to Those Who’ve Served

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