Ep. 20 - From The Harrowing Experiences Of Deployment, And A Particularly Life-Altering Explosion That Solidified His Resolve To Give Back To His Fellow Veterans. I Talk With Veteran Alex Briggs, Founder Of Silent Wounds And Warriors Foundation.

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What does it take to transition from serving in combat to serving your community? Join us for a profound conversation with Eric Peterson, founder and CEO of Project Headspace and Timing, as he recounts his compelling journey from his early days in Illinois to the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq. Eric opens up about the highs and lows of his military career, his struggle with PTSD, and the heartbreaking loss of a close friend to suicide, shedding light on the critical need for mental health support among veterans.
Eric also takes us behind the scenes of founding Project Headspace and Timing, a nonprofit inspired by the infantry's iconic Browning .50 Cal machine gun. Learn about the initial challenges and triumphs of establishing this organization, including the development of vital outreach programs like weekly support groups and one-on-one peer support. Eric highlights the significance of fostering community involvement and the profound impact of passion-driven advocacy in sustaining nonprofit efforts, making a tangible difference in the lives of veterans.
Closing the episode, we broaden the scope to discuss initiatives aimed at female veterans, efforts to combat homelessness, and self-improvement projects like financial education and equine-assisted services. Discover how local community support and events like Heroes, Hogs, and Hot Rods are crucial in funding and sustaining these initiatives. Finally, we touch on the collaborative "I'm Fine Podcast" and its role in addressing mental health through powerful personal stories. Listen in to understand how both veterans and civilians play essential roles in this ongoing mission.