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A Little Perspective Is In Order

A Little Perspective Is In Order

[UPDATE 29 Sep 11: I've cut off comments to this post. I've given it enough time for everyone to respond and I'm moving on. I will not allow this to become a never-ending issue. Thank you [...]

Suicide Rate Out Of Control In The Military

Unbeknownst to most, last October was National Depression Month. In observance of the month the military tried to increase awareness about the issue within the ranks. However, did most of you know it was even National [...]

Suicide Prevention Conference

Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki delivering remarks at the 2010 DoD VA Suicide Prevention Conference in Washington, DC. All way up and down the chain, leadership continues to try and counter the effects of suicide and [...]

Pick Up The Phone

One of the few things related to music that Emily and I agree on is that Blue October ROCKS!!! We absolutely love the band. So much so, that the kids hate listening to it because we’re [...]

Sons’ Deaths Inspires Soldier to Help Others

Major General Mark Graham is a man that knows sorrow, feelings of hopelessness, and tragedy. After losing two sons, he battled instincts to give up and live a life of grief and regret. MG Graham visited [...]

The Power of Seeking Help

CAUTION: THIS POST CONTAINS WRITINGS THAT MAY BE DISTURBING TO SOME READERS. IT CONTAINS A DEPICTION OF AN ACTUAL COMBAT INCIDENT. This past week was one of the worst weeks I’ve experienced probably since I left [...]

Local Media Covers PTSD and Suicide Prevention

I was interviewed after a briefing with Major General Mark Graham about PTSD, depression, and suicide prevention. I’ll have video up of his inspirational speech later, but for now, here’s the story the local media ran. [...]