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March 2018

Memorializing

National Vietnam War Veterans Day – Until They All Come Home

Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it – George Santayana Vietnam. The country, the war, the service members who fought in it. The word conjures up images, ones that are rarely pleasant, and ones whose impact is long lasting. And the recognition of those who fought, and Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 29, 2018 ago
HST Podcast

HST050: The 50th Head Space and Timing Episode

Summary: Here it is, the 50th Episode. While it might not be a surprise to many listeners, it comes as a surprise to me. I appreciate all of the guests and listeners that have supported the show so far, and hope that you will continue to tune in for much Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 27, 2018 ago
Awareness

The Healing Power of a Stranger’s Ear

This may seem odd, but at least three times a week, strangers tell me their secrets. When I meet a new veteran or military spouse in my office for the first time, I know very little about them. They know very little about me. Okay, in this digital age, they Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 22, 2018 ago
HST Podcast

HST049: Family At The Core with Reg McCutcheon

Summary: Reg McCutcheon is a retired Lt Col from the US Air Force, a combat veteran and Bronze Star recipient. Reg has served in many capacities in his career to include squadron commander, chief of operations training, NATO senior planner, combat crew commander and regional director of admissions at the Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 20, 2018 ago
Awareness

The Post-9/11 Veteran Divide: Success or Struggle

The veteran community is at a crossroads, and there is a growing divide. This is not the civilian-military divide, although that certainly still exists, but a divide within the veteran community. This divide is between those veterans who are succeeding in their post-military lives, and those who are struggling. Between Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 15, 2018 ago
HST Podcast

HST048 Military Culture for Mental Health Professionals with Dr. Ted Bonar

Summary: Ted C. Bonar, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist and a nationally recognized professional mental healthcare trainer and speaker at conferences and universities. He is the Executive Director of the Campus Readiness Project, a National Trainer at Mental Health First Aid USA, a Featured Trainer for the Ohio State University Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 13, 2018 ago
Awareness

Ten Reasons for Veterans (Not) To Avoid Mental Health Counseling

No way, pal. You won’t catch me going to the therapist. I’m going to avoid that crap so hard that it hurts. I’m so focused on holding it together that I don’t have time to yap at someone who’s only going to judge me anyway. No thanks, I’ll handle it Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 8, 2018 ago
HST Podcast

HST047: Why So Serious with Rhiannon Guzelian

Summary: Rhi is a Personal branding pro, Online job search nerd, Happiest when creating, Identifies others’ strengths, Loves to hear, read, tell, and write compelling stories. She works from a belief in the inherent worth and unique value of each individual, and the knowledge that we’re better together.She has teamwork, planning, communication & problem-solving Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 6, 2018 ago
Wellness

The Once and Future Warrior

There are many obstacles for a veteran seeking mental health counseling. One is that veterans believe that they have to admit that they are weak or broken before they get up the courage to go talk to a therapist. That they are somehow deficient, less than what they were, or Read more…

By Duane France, 7 yearsMarch 1, 2018 ago
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I am a Mental Health Counselor certified to practice in the state of Colorado. The thoughts, ideas, musings, and posts on this site come from my military experience, my professional experience, and my personal opinions. They do NOT, however, represent professional advice. While I am a Mental Health Counselor, I am not YOUR Mental Health Counselor, and interaction with me on this web site does not result in a professional therapeutic relationship. The opinions I express here are my own, and in no way should be seen as reflection of my agency, my profession, or any professional associations that I am connected with.

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