True Blue Conversations - Royal Australian Navy Medic Karney Armstrong
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On todays podcast, I speak with Australian Royal Navy Veteran Karney Armstrong.
With over 11 years of service as a medic, Karney’s journey is one of resilience,
courage, and transformation. During her career, she faced extraordinary
challenges—including a life-saving rescue when she treated a civilian attacked by a
shark off Garden Island, WA, just shy of completing her Advanced Medics Assistant
Course. Her dedication and quick thinking in that moment exemplify her bravery.
Despite her service, Karney faced personal battles, including PTSD, OCD and
anorexia, all while managing young motherhood and deployments. Drawn to healing,
she turned to yoga to reconnect with her body and calm her nervous system. After
years of training, she achieved a historic milestone as the first female from Australia
to medal at the Invictus Games in 2023 in Germany—winning gold in a race chair
and silver in seated shot put.
With her loyal service dog Ivy by her side, Karney now dedicates her life to helping
other Veterans and First Responders. She is an upcoming author, trauma-sensitive
yoga instructor, and is often seen on both the News and state newspapers
advocating for Veterans and First Responders, proving that healing is possible—that
true strength lies in community and service. Join us as we explore her inspiring story
of resilience, recovery, and purpose—because Veterans helping Veterans is where
the magic is!
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Karney Armstrong
Editor: Kyle Watkins
United States
