About the Guest(s): Trish Turnage features this week on the Mission of Healing podcast. Trish's daughter is a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served four years on active duty and continuing her service in the reserves. She brings her personal experiences and insights into service life, shares the challenges and triumphs she has encountered both during and after her military career, and is a dedicated advocate for understanding and addressing the complexities faced by women in the military and emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and support, both within the service and the family structure.
  As the conversation unfolds, Trish's daughter delves into the complex reality of serving as a woman in the Air Force. She discusses the stigmas and challenges faced, including assumptions and stereotypes that women in the military often confront. Additionally, her daughter bravely opens up about the trauma she experienced during her deployment, shedding light on the enduring effects it has had on her mental health and personal growth. The episode underscores the importance of validation, support, and sharing within the military community to foster healing. Listeners are urged to appreciate military service's nuances and recognize that the journey toward understanding and healing is a shared endeavor.

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Mission For Healing Podcast is a heartfelt platform created by Trish and Pat Turnage, founders of the Mission For Healing Foundation. Its core mission is to honor and support veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life—focusing on healing through storytelling, service, and community connection.
Here’s what the podcast stands for:
Amplifying Veteran Voices: Each episode shares personal stories of resilience, trauma, and triumph, helping veterans feel seen and heard.
Fostering Community: It emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and emotional support, especially through mission trips and service opportunities.
Promoting Healing: Whether through fundraising, outreach, or simply offering a space to talk, the podcast is a tool for emotional recovery and reconnection.
Inclusive Impact: It invites not just veterans but also families, caregivers, and allies to participate in the healing journey.
The Turnages bring their lived experience—Pat’s multiple deployments and Trish’s advocacy—to create a space where coming home is just the beginning.

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