Show Notes

In this second part of "Military Brats React," host Courtney Burdick continues the roundtable conversation with 2LT Dani Volle, USA, ENS Mary Ann Leonard, USN, and Matt Taylor as they reflect on their experiences growing up in military families. Listen to Part 1 here.

While the first part of the discussion centered on the challenges and mental health struggles faced by military kids, this episode shifts to the "strengths-based perspective"—seeing the good that can come out of a hard, transient lifestyle—discussed in Josh Jackson's Crosspoint interview with Claire Anderson.

Have thoughts or want to share your own experience? Reach out to Josh at [email protected] and/or Courtney at [email protected].

If you would like to share your own story, complete the form on OCF's "Be a Guest" webpage. Alternatively, if you have an idea for a guest or topic we should consider for a future episode of the show, send an email to [email protected]. https://www.ocfusa.org/podcastguest/

POINTS TO PONDER

As you listen to this conversation with the brats, here are a few questions to ponder in your personal time, with a small group, or with a mentor:

1. Looking back on your own military or life experiences, what unexpected strengths have you developed through hardship?

1. Who or what helped you most in your difficult seasons, and how might you offer that same support to someone else today?

1. What role has your faith (or your family's faith) played in helping you navigate challenges?

1. How do you think churches or ministries could better support military families in your community?