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We talk about a Navy officer's world record attempt in long-distance running. Guests Jerome Dingle and Justin Murphy share experiences, covering mental health, career transitions, and retirement planning. The conversation includes financial preparedness, securing a house loan, and understanding job application authorities like VRA and VEOA. The speakers emphasize smooth transitions, private sector opportunities, VA healthcare benefits, and address concerns about GI Bill rule changes during Women's History Month.

Takeaways:

Join the military retirement group for community support and subscribe for valuable information.

Consider financial implications, state taxes, and retirement programs when transitioning.

Plan retirement early, assess finances, and set personal goals for a smooth transition.

Secure a house loan discreetly during transition, avoiding early disclosure of retirement plans.

Prioritize mental health; therapy is preventive maintenance for the mind.

Find fulfilling hobbies in retirement; understand job application authorities like VRA and VEOA.

Retirement decisions hinge on financial considerations and a desire for decision-making roles.

Private sector offers diverse opportunities for veterans pursuing personal goals.

Stay informed about GI Bill rule changes, ask questions during retirement classes.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:44 Join Military Retirement Group

01:29 Importance of Subscribing

04:01 Navy Officer's Record Run

06:06 Guests: Jerome Dingle, Justin Murphy

09:38 Transitioning to Civilian Life

11:31 Buying Back Military Time

13:24 Benefits and Insurance

15:22 Work-Life Balance

19:39 Therapy and Counseling

25:35 Addressing Transition Fears

29:35 Personality Types and Careers

33:03 Financial Preparedness

35:58 Challenges in Civilian Life

38:23 Securing House Loans

39:50 Retirement Lifestyle

41:31 Mental Health Care

45:22 Mental Health Analogies

49:52 Resources for Support

50:49 Meaningful Retirement Activities

56:19 Real Estate Hobby

01:04:31 Job Application Authorities

01:09:07 Private Sector Opportunities

01:12:00 Pursuing Personal Goals

01:23:05 VA Healthcare Benefits

01:25:11 Engineering Program for Veterans

01:27:58 GI Bill Rule Change Concerns

01:34:09 Recognition: Women's History Month

01:39:15 Advice for TAP's Retirement Class