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Supporting Veterans: Trauma, Healing, and the Mission of 22 Salute with Eric Ranks
Alka Sharma welcomes Eric Ranks to discuss his work with veterans and the 22 Salute organization. Eric shares insights on military enlistment after 9/11, survivor's guilt, and addressing PTSD through connection and community support. He opens up about his personal battle with leukemia and the role of discipline and family in overcoming challenges. The episode highlights gender-specific trauma support, the importance of open conversations about trauma, and effective PTSD therapies for veterans. Eric also discusses mental health initiatives with Fighters for Hope and the impact of cyberbullying. The episode concludes with Eric's life lessons, networking tips, and information about his book and crowdfunding campaign.
Key Points
- Supporting veterans and first responders in their mental health journey requires recognizing and addressing trauma, fostering community connections, and providing alternative therapeutic options like EMDR and service dogs.
- Building discipline and structure in one's life involves celebrating small wins, consistently engaging with support groups, and maintaining a willingness to process and confront personal challenges.
- It's crucial to understand that everyone has value, we are all interconnected, and individuals can overcome any adversity to achieve their goals by controlling their own destiny.
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