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Women in Uniform: The Silent Battles We Fight After Service

Women in Uniform: The Silent Battles We Fight After Service

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 In this episode of Fiercely Unfiltered, Kelly Renee opens up about the unique struggles women veterans face after leaving the military. With a focus on mental health, Kelly addresses the alarming suicide rates among women veterans and the emotional isolation many experience. She reflects on the psychological toll of military training, including the impact of military sexual trauma and the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life. Kelly emphasizes that while civilians may never fully understand the lived experiences of veterans, it’s crucial for women veterans to seek support and break the silence. Kelly also discusses the difficult shift from the structured, disciplined environment of the military to the unpredictable civilian world. She explores the complexities of balancing military training, motherhood, and the expectations placed on women veterans. The episode serves as a powerful reminder that if you’ve felt lost or misunderstood, you are not alone. There are resources and communities ready to support you in your journey, and your story matters. Key Takeaways: Women veterans are at a significantly higher risk of suicide compared to civilian women. The gap between civilian and veteran women’s experiences creates feelings of isolation. Military training and the mental toll of service shape veterans' emotional responses in civilian life. Military sexual trauma often goes unspoken, affecting many women veterans in subtle ways. The challenge of reconciling military discipline with civilian life is a major hurdle for veterans. In This Episode: [00:00] – Introduction [00:30]– Clarifying the suicide statistics for female veterans. [01:29] – The unique emotional weight carried by women in the military. [02:42] – The disconnect between military discipline and civilian life’s lack of structure. [04:45] – Personal struggles with adjusting to civilian life. [06:12] – Reflection on suicidal thoughts and mental health challenges. [07:05] – Exploring military sexual trauma and its impact. [09:01] – The toll of motherhood in the military. [10:54] – Acknowledging the mental strain of fear and separation from family. [11:46] – Highlighting organizations working to end female veteran suicide. [12:57] – Mental health resources and the importance of seeking help. [13:39] – The difficulty of balancing military and civilian expectations. [14:32] – Kelly’s empowering message to women veterans. [15:53] – Closing remarks and encouragement to share your story. Notable Quotes: [05:32] – "I actually didn’t even understand a world where not everyone has those intrusive thoughts." [07:30] – "It just really shows me that veteran women and civilian women, there is that gap, and you do feel isolated because it’s like, whoa, not everyone has these feelings." [09:08] – "You think you're making your own choices, but a lot of the time it’s the situation you're in and it's the choice for survival." [13:22] – "Your life matters. Everyone's life matters. But sometimes it's harder for veterans, even women veterans, to adapt back to civilian life." [14:37] – "The silence is where the pain can grow. The silence is where you start to feel hopelessness. Resources and Links Fiercely Unfiltered Fiercely Unfiltered with Kelly Renee Kelly Renee Instagram Facebook Website
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