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EP 88: Navy SEAL, Josh Jakub, Navigating Life After the Military
Former Navy SEAL Josh Jakub joins Ryan "Birdman" Parrott to discuss life after service, battling PTSD, moral injury, and the search for identity and purpose. They share powerful insights on healing through vulnerability, community, faith, and nature. Learn how the American Warrior Association supports veterans, first responders, and their families. Discover the role of forgiveness, resilience, mentorship, and the critical need for donations and partnerships to sustain these life-changing programs.
Chapters
00:00 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life
08:22 Finding Purpose After Service
11:58 The Importance of Vulnerability
13:44 Introduction to American Warrior Association
20:57 Experiencing Nature and Community
23:27 Application Process and Program Structure
32:01 Understanding Moral Injury and PTSD
33:57 The Importance of Forgiveness
34:57 Building Resilience and Control
35:49 The Struggles of Transitioning to Civilian Life
39:22 Financial Support for Veterans and First Responders
42:06 Creating Community Among First Responders
44:44 The Role of Partnerships in Support Programs
48:27 Involving Spouses in Healing
52:33 The Importance of Donations and Community Support
54:12 Personal Heroes and Their Impact
Connect with Josh Jakub:
Instagram.com/josh.jakub
Instagram.com/American_warrior_association
facebook.com/awa1776
www.AWA-USA.org
Connect with Ryan "Birdman" Parrott:
Instagram.com/frogmanfridayshow
Facebook.com/frogmanfridayshow
Threads.com/frogmanfridayshow
x.com/FrogFridayShow
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