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A VETERANS GUIDE FOR TRANISTIONING TO CIVILIAN LIFE - PART 2
Set up a savings AND emergency account There are many reasons to set up a savings and emergency fund - separately. While a savings account is valuable for when you eventually retire one day or to pay... ...more
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March 11, 2026•1 min read
Meditation and the benefits
Over a number of years, I’ve practiced various forms of meditation from Centering Prayer, which is a Christ-based form of meditation. Meeting with others from a few beliefs, including Eastern beliefs.... ...more
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March 11, 2026•1 min read
The Dopamine Effect: Turbocharge Your Productivity and Crush Your Goals
We all know the struggle of trying to stay motivated and avoid the temptations of procrastination. It can feel like an uphill battle, constantly fighting against our desires and distractions. ...more
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March 11, 2026•3 min read
Veterans Parade at the Iowa State Fair August 15th 2022
These pics are from the planning & execution of the Veterans National Recovery Center entry at the Veteran Parade at Veterans Day at the Fair. Bright points ...more
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March 11, 2026•1 min read
Flying Tiger - What's a Flying Tiger?
How much do Asians and Pacific Islanders contribute to US national defense? Lots! I met with American Legion Post 1003 Commander Philip Chen at the National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on F... ...more
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March 11, 2026•2 min read
Who was Molly Pitcher . . . Errr? Did She Play Baseball?
I had an opportunity to speak at the Women’s March Rally in Des Moines on the topic of Women Veterans – who they are – how valuable to America they are – and how they are impacted by the Supreme Court... ...more
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March 11, 2026•2 min read
POWERFUL GOALS YOU CAN PURSUE TO TAME YOUR GRIEF
Has loss turned your life upside down? You’re not alone. Grief often reveals itself in unexpected and sometimes overpowering ways – as if you don’t even recognize yourself anymore. It can feel like ev... ...more
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March 11, 2026•3 min read
A VETERANS GUIDE FOR TRANISTIONING TO CIVILIAN LIFE - PART 1
By Camille Johnson Leaving what you've grown used to, and starting life afresh after service, can feel like you're starting off on shaky ground. However ...more
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March 11, 2026•2 min read
Gender differences in experiencing PTSD and anxiety
By Vicky M Krause In our work at Veterans National Recovery Center, we have interviewed a number of female veterans who have reported sexual assault and harassment while in the military. ...more
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March 11, 2026•2 min read
PTSD in female veterans
By Vicky M Krause What are some of the symptoms of PTSD and anxiety in female veterans, and how do these symptoms affect their daily lives? ...more
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March 11, 2026•2 min read
John Mickelson Vet Activist
John Mikelson, President of Midwest Military Outreach, Columbus Junction, IA has been selected as Iowa Small Business Administration - Veterans Small Business Champion of the Year. ...more
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March 11, 2026•1 min read
John Mickelson Vet Activist
All participants had chronic back pain for ≥7 months before enrollment, with 94.5% reporting chronic pain for >12 months... ...more
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March 06, 2026•2 min read
Sleep Issues for Vets with PTSD, TBI, MST
Whether a result of your service or a hereditary health issue, if you’re a veteran who has .... ...more
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March 06, 2026•6 min read
Migraines & Pain Issues
Whether a result of your service or a hereditary health issue, if you’re a veteran who has recently been diagnosed with a chronic pain ... ...more
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March 06, 2026•6 min read
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