Original Episode: Ep 041 - LCpl Jon Flint from 10th October 2023.

In this viewpoint: Gav shares the positives of sports recovery that Jon also benefited from, before Jon discusses his experience navigating the professional world with a not-so-obvious disability.

He shares insights into his current life, detailing his journey of renovating his home while managing both his physical and mental well-being. Today, Jon remains active through his work with local charities and his passion for the outdoors.

Finally, he offers valuable advice for those considering a career in the military—specifically the Royal Marines—as well as guidance for fellow veterans.

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Original Episode: Ep 040 - LH Den Vuqitrna from 10th September 2023.

In this Viewpoint: Gav sits down with Den to talk about his time in the Royal Navy, his experiences serving in the Armed Forces, and the challenges he faced when making the sudden transition into civilian life.

Den opens up about struggling to adjust to life outside the military, experiencing his first panic attack, finding a new sense of purpose, and eventually reaching a happier and more stable place with his family and career. They also discuss the importance of talking, seeking help when needed, and finding healthy outlets such as boxing, judo and MMA.

The episode finishes with Den sharing his advice for anyone thinking about joining the military, as well as veterans preparing to leave — with one message standing out above all: don't be afraid to reach out and talk to someone.

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Original Episode: Ep 039 - Cpl Mark Stevens from 10th August 2023.

In this Viewpoint, Mark describes his transition from the military to civilian life in the health and safety sector where he was able to apply his military experience. This enabled him to rapidly advance within the business. He highlights the adjustments he made to understand the civilian mindset and the qualifications that facilitated his entry into this sector.

Mark is a strong advocate for the Royal Engineer Association, having been involved with multiple branches and supporting them. He highly recommends this organisation to all service leavers or equivalent branches for the other services, to maintain a connection to their time in service.

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