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  • S6 E7 - How YOU can build resilience in the face of chronic conditions

    In this episode, Aaron shares 5 science-backed strategies you can use for building resilience in your personal life.

    He also shares a bit of his own story and how real life situations have helped him build resilience.

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    Got a question you'd like us to address on the show? Send an email to [email protected].

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    Great article on building resilience: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_science_backed_strategies_to_build_resilience 

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    CREDITS:

    Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)

    We Served. . .Now What? is a production of Courage to Fight Again.

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    24 min
  • S6 E6 - How to get a good job

    On this episode, Aaron shares some of the wisdom he's learned over the years about what it REALLY takes to get a GOOD JOB.

    Whether your a Veteran or Veteran family member, Aaron shares several key insights you can take into your job search.

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    CREDITS:

    Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)

    We Served. . .Now What? is a production of Courage to Fight Again.

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    20 min
  • S6 E5 - How do I maximize my VA disability benefits?

    If you want to maximize your VA disability benefits, this is the episode for you! 

    Request access to the FULL INTERVIEW here: https://couragetofightagain.com/maximize-va-disability-benefits/ 

    In this episode, Aaron talks to two Veterans who have dedicated their lives to helping other Veterans get the benefits they've earned.

    Special guests:

    • Greg Colton of PIMLAR Solutions
    • Will Simmonds of Simmonds Law
    • CREDITS:

      Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)

      We Served. . .Now What? is a production of Courage to Fight Again.

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      35 min
    • S6 E4 - How do I use my Post-9/11 GI Bill?

      In this 4th episode of season 6, Aaron shares 3 key insights into the Post-9/11 GI Bill:

      • How to use the Post-9/11 GI Bill
      • How to MAXIMIZE your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits
      • How to combine your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits with Vocational Rehabilitation/VR&E to the the MOST out of BOTH programs
      • Links

        • All things Post-9/11 GI Bill - https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/
        • Get 30% OFF the RESOLVE book by using coupon code: PODCAST: https://couragetofightagain.com
        • Join the Thursday evening Men’s RESOLVE group here, meeting via Zoom: https://groups.highlandsapp.com/groups/resolve-veterans-finding-purpose
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          CREDITS: 

          • Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)  
          • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Crux (https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising-)
          • We Served. . .Now What? is a production of Courage to Fight Again.
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            22 min
          • S6 E3 - What is VA Solid Start?

            Today's Question: What is the VA Solid Start program?

            Who is this program for, what does it entail, and what steps should YOU be taking to take advantage of the VA benefits you earned through your military service?

            Special Guest: Margarita Devlin, Principal Deputy Under Security at the Veterans Benefits Administration

            • Grab your copy of RESOLVE at Courage to Fight Again! (https://bit.ly/2KTP08A)
            • Join the Post-9/11 Veterans and Families Facebook Group! (https://bit.ly/3pP9uyi) 
            • Drop us a line at [email protected].
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              CREDITS:
            • Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill) 
            • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Crux (https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising-)
            • We Served. . .Now What? is a production of Courage to Fight Again.

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              31 min
            • S6 E2 - What does a normal transition from the military look like

              Today's Question: What does a normal transition from the military look like?

              Was YOUR transition a normal one? Find out on this episode!

              And Aaron  borrows a chapter from the RESOLVE book and shares the 5-step process for nailing your transition from the military - whether you're about to get out or you've been out for years.


              Grab your copy of RESOLVE at Courage to Fight Again! (https://bit.ly/2KTP08A)

              • Join the Post-9/11 Veterans and Families Facebook Group! (http://bit.ly/3pP9uyi)
              • Drop us a line at [email protected].
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                CREDITS:

                • Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)
                • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Crux (https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising-)
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                  19 min
                • S6 E1 - What's New for Veterans in 2021?

                  Happy New Year!

                  In this first episode of Season 6, Aaron breaks down a few new things veterans are asking about:

                  • COVID-19 vaccines (http://bit.ly/3hOOm8H)
                  • Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) (https://bit.ly/35aCEQK)
                  • VA overpayment notifications (http://bit.ly/3rWpdxp)
                  • VA Welcome Kit (http://bit.ly/358WkEE)
                  • Grab your copy of RESOLVE at Courage to Fight Again! (http://bit.ly/37gE79u)

                    • Join the Post-9/11 Veterans and Families Facebook Group! (http://bit.ly/3pP9uyi)
                    • Drop us a line at [email protected].
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                      CREDITS:

                      • Intro/Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles (https://filmmusic.io/song/6298-corporate-uplifting-chill)
                      • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Crux (https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising-)

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                        14 min
                      • Bonus Episode - When It's Time to Pivot

                        In this episode, Aaron takes just a few minutes to share some incredibly important information about the podcast – Hint: We are pivoting!

                        Tune in to the episode to learn more!

                        Join the Post-9/11 Veterans and Families Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/post911vetsandfamilies/

                        Learn more about Courage to Fight Again at our website, https://couragetofightagain.com.

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                        11 min
                      • S5 E10 - Story of You (w/ Special Guest: Annie Brock)

                        o Annie Brock has only spent four months of her life without some form of military ID.

                        o Annie was a military kid, soldier, officer, pilot, military spouse, and most recently and CEO and founder.

                        o Annie shares some incredibly valuable insights into the transition process, as well as how civilians can better help service members reintegrate into the community.

                        o Find out more about Annie and the Leader Transition Institute across social media.

                        o Be sure to visit changing-focus.org!

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                        To grab your copy of RESOLVE, head over to the Courage to Fight Again website or buy direct from Amazon (ships free for Prime members).

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                        Be sure to follow Courage to Fight Again on social media, especially Facebook!

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                        Music Credits:

                        • Intro Music: Inspiring Teaser by Rafael Krux 
                        • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Soft Corporate by MusicLFiles 
                        • Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles
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                          42 min
                        • S5 E9 - Bonus Episode (w/ Special Guest: Dr. Thomas Moorman)

                          Tune in to this brand-new bonus episode where Aaron sits down with Dr. Thomas Moorman, the Provost of Perfect Technician Academy, an institution focused on helping Veterans gain meaningful employment after hanging up the uniform for the final time.

                          For more information on the school, check out perfecttechnicianacademy.com.

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                          Grab your copy of RESOLVE, the brand-new book from Courage to Fight Again!

                          Available now at couragetofightagain.com or at Amazon (ships free for Prime members).

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                          Music Credits:

                          • Intro Music: Inspiring Teaser by Rafael Krux
                          • Mid-Roll Ad Music: Soft Corporate by MusicLFiles
                          • Outro Music: Corporate Uplifting Chill by MusicLFiles
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                            33 min

                          About We Served. . .Now What?

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                          Through conversations, research, and stories of personal experience, on this show, we provide answers to the questions Veterans and their families are already asking so you can turn your post-military life into your best life!