
#489 | Tim Meleski | Ouroboros Forge | From Service to Civilian Life: Navigating Mental Health, Identity, and Artistry
04/10/24 • 55 min
Strap in for a raw and revealing episode as I sit alongside Tim, a battle-hardened ex-Marine and MARSOC operator. Together, we peel back the layers of transitioning from a life of discipline and service to the civilian world, a journey riddled with challenges. Tim's personal narrative sheds light on the identity crises that can follow military discharge.
We navigate the turbulent waters of mental health, discussing the critical need for transparency with struggles like PTSD and TBI. Tim opens up about his battles and the profound impact that alternative therapies, such as DMT, had on his life.
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
Strap in for a raw and revealing episode as I sit alongside Tim, a battle-hardened ex-Marine and MARSOC operator. Together, we peel back the layers of transitioning from a life of discipline and service to the civilian world, a journey riddled with challenges. Tim's personal narrative sheds light on the identity crises that can follow military discharge.
We navigate the turbulent waters of mental health, discussing the critical need for transparency with struggles like PTSD and TBI. Tim opens up about his battles and the profound impact that alternative therapies, such as DMT, had on his life.
Make sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo
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The Protectors® Podcast - #489 | Tim Meleski | Ouroboros Forge | From Service to Civilian Life: Navigating Mental Health, Identity, and Artistry
Transcript
Hey , welcome to the protectors podcast . I should start calling this coffee in the protectors . That doesn't sound good . Come up with something with coffee involved with it , Tim , welcome to the show man .
Speaker 2Yeah , thanks , it's good to be here . I appreciate you having me on .
Speaker 1No , I'm gl
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