Journaling and PTSD
PTSD. We have heard the term for decades. We know the signs. And, many of us struggle with the reality of Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome on a daily basis. How can something as simple as journaling help with PTSD? I am…
Spring Activities for Veterans
Spring is here. With spring comes the opportunity to get out and enjoy activities put on hold throughout the cold winter months. Here in Northwest Arkansas that means, among other things, getting out into the Ozarks. We are blessed to…
Warhorse Legacy Foundation Open House
On October 9, Warhorse Legacy Foundation, Inc. in Winslow, AR held their 2nd annual Fall Open House. The horse ranch normally accepts Veterans or other visitors by appointment only. However, on their Open House they invite everyone in to see…
Where Can I Find my DD214?
Where can I find that? Let’s face it. As Veterans, we have a lot of information that we need to keep up with. We also have a lot of records we have to keep and, unfortunately, we sometimes misplace that…
VA Disability and Discharge Characterization
What is the connection between VA disability and discharge characterization? I got out with less than honorable, can I still get VA disability? How can I upgrade my discharge? What benefits am I eligible for with a ______ discharge? All…
10 Ways to Deal with PTSD – A Veteran Prespective
Notice that I am talking about how to deal with PTSD, not treating, curing, or fixing PTSD. That is because for many, there may be no ‘cure’. PTSD is something that, more often than not, will not disappear in time….
Mental Health
As the old saying goes, it’s okay to not be okay. This is a truth that I had to come to terms with several years ago in my own life. It is also a truth that has impacted many of…