5 Tips for a Healthy Relationship with a Combat Veteran
Post-Traumatic stress is real. Traumatic brain injuries are real. Insomnia, low testosterone, depression, hyper-vigiliance, all of those things are real. So as a partner of a combat veteran, how do you help your partner while also addressing the needs and desires you have as a human being?
PTSD vs. Transition Stress
While post-traumatic stress disorder has become a much-discussed affliction, a seemingly more prevalent problem is going largely overlooked: transition stress. Think of it as a clinical-sounding diagnosis for that sense of alienation many veterans feel after they leave the military.
Honoring Sgt. Chad Elliott Jenson
Today I’m decorating, even though I’m flying home for the actual holidays. I have his pictures out, helping me get through it, and I put this ornament on first. Because I know he’s here with me. I know he’s smiling at me
Journey to Financial Freedom
Marine Raider Jason and his wife Christina made the decision to downsize from their 3000+ square foot home into the full time RV lifestyle and travel our beautiful Nation. Their travels have only just begun but their journey to financial freedom started long ago. Many veterans ask us to share our perspective on financial responsibility and success. Please read Jason and Christina's story.
Gifts that GIVE BACK
Looking for a gift with more significance than lining corporate pockets with cash? We've assembled the top 10 gifts that support a cause! Gifts that give back!
Brothers
It’s funny how you can meet a complete stranger, but they have lived a very similar life. We joined Marines, pushed ourselves to get into certain units, deployed in combat, then transitioned out. We were all different people and personalities, but our paths in life ran parallel to each other. It was like meeting long lost brothers again.That was one of the most enriching benefits of being able to be on this retreat.
Stronger in the End
The Raider Program has a great staff, and a great leader. Nick took the time to listen to everybody there, while encouraging us all to seek help from him and our brothers in battle, as well as another great organization: The Gallant Few. Rock climbing is a perfect metaphor for what this program does, as it teaches us that the rock face in front of us can feel overwhelming and intimidating, but with the help of those around you, your grit, and the decision to take it one move at a time, you will make it to the top, and be that much stronger in the end.
My First Time
Going into the trip I never rock climbed before in my life. I always considered it a sport that was out of my league and not worth trying. After the first day I realized this was something that I have been missing out on. Being up there on the rock all by yourself really puts your entire life in perspective, you can either quit and head back down or quit bitching and get up the god dam rock.
242nd Marine Corps Celebration
"Marine Corps has a model that once someone is a Marine they are always a Marine. So well we may not be as formal as a ball-- we want to have a gathering, a birthday event to have that same kind of camaraderie and remember the people that are not with us,” said Kennedy.
Game Changer
The Raider Project, teamed with Rawah Ranch is a GAME CHANGER for both active duty and transitioned Marines. The Raider Project approach-one focused on growth and mental strength-is heightened at Rawah Ranch, where everyday distractions are scuttled to allow one to not only think, but to listen to ones-self.
Climb On
This command tells your climbing buddy that you’ve got him. You are literally watching his back, and should he slip or tire, or should the rock surface give way you are the only thing standing between him and death or serious injury.
Climbing is applicable to virtually every area of your life, and fits solidly within each of GallantFew’s Functional Fitness areas of the STAR, which stands for Self-Training and Response-ability.
2017 Climbing Trip
The Raider Project is offering a weekend outdoor rock climbing trip to veterans that are working through the rigors associated with transition out of the service. Previous trips have included top rope climbing of beautiful Windgate Sandstone face and crack climbs. We'll be teaching the basics of rope work, climbing techniques, and belaying. There will be camping, hiking, climbing, and rappelling.
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