Tune in to this week's episode to hear Erik Elliott's story about his military transition out of the Air Force, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives.
Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran story about their journey through the transition from service member to civilian. They share tips and strategies to prepare for the transition while also providing sage advice for dealing with the mental and emotional battles you will face once you separate. Subscribe for new episodes every week and stay tuned for more content to follow!
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00:00 Erik Elliot - TPMP #21
02:16 [BACKGROUND] Erik's Military Experience
16:57 The Scary Nature Of Getting Out Of The Military
21:28 [ADVICE] How Do You Learn How To Translate Your Military Experience?
26:29 [ADVICE] How Long Should Someone Prepare For Their Military Transition?
29:39 How Did Erik Decide What The Right Job Was For Him?
35:35 Company Structure Changes The Duties Of A Job Type
38:16 What Is The Fear Within The Military Transition?
43:12 Trade-Offs In The Military And In Different Civilian Roles
47:15 Why Do Military Members Struggle To Separate Life and Work?
55:13 Is A Rapid Change Of Environment Bad When Leaving The Military?
57:41 Failure States In The Military vs. Civilian Life
01:01:57 The Great Truths Of The Civilian World
01:04:00 [ADVICE] What Should People Be Doing To Prepare For The Mental Side Of Transition?
01:10:23 Final Advice