Jack is a 24-year Army combat veteran who retired into a quiet house and a loud nervous system. Without the mission and tribe, drinking became the go-to "solution." In this honest conversation, Jack shares how rock bottom in a VA emergency room cracked him open, how default coping mechanisms kept him stuck, and how Healthy Men-tality gave him the structure, community, and tools to regulate, take ownership, and rebuild his identity.

You'll hear about:

• The invisible crash after retirement: losing tribe, purpose, and identity

• Why anger "worked" in the military and failed at home

• Drinking as nervous-system management (effective short-term, destructive long-term)

• The moment of truth in the ER: admitting powerlessness and receiving help

• Therapy vs. coaching: connecting dots vs. changing behavior

• Breathwork, body-based regulation, and learning to be present

• Codependency, people-pleasing, and replacing shame with responsibility
  Building a new identity: emotionally attuned, regulated, and proud

If Jack's story hit a nerve and you're ready to finally let go of the burden you've been carrying and managing (poorly) alone, apply to Healthy Men-tality. Get the knowledge, the brotherhood, and the mastery of taking control back of your life: unblockyourbs.com/healthymen 

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Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional medical, mental health, or legal advice. I am not a licensed mental health professional or medical provider and cannot diagnose, treat, or prescribe medication for any condition.

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