Navigating Military Life: Challenges, Growth, and Identity
In this episode of Ruck Up Buttercup, the hosts have an engaging discussion with Reyna Worthy, a Navy wife and advocate for military spouses, who also hosts her own podcast. They discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come with being a military spouse, touching on topics such as changes in identity, career aspirations, emotional and mental shifts, maintaining relationships, and self-care. The conversation underscores the importance of community, adaptability, and self-advocacy for military spouses.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:33 Reyna's Background and Advocacy
02:17 Identity Changes as a Military Spouse
03:38 Career Challenges and Adaptability
14:12 Self-Advocacy and Speaking Up
23:56 Marriage and Relationship Dynamics
30:37 Making a Rental Feel Like Home
31:02 Benefits of VA Loans
32:35 Friendships and Moving
35:49 Building Connections in New Places
43:46 Family Dynamics and Expectations
54:23 Self-Care and Coping Strategies
01:00:42 Final Thoughts and Advice
Find us or reach out here:
Website: www.deployedlove.org/podcast
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Email: sabrinajohannes@deployedlove.org
Reach Reyna Worthy: reyna@deskofanavywife.com
Website: www.deskofanavywife.com
This Episode is sponsored by Ruth Anne Kramer the author of You Belong: The Guidebook for the Career-Minded Woman on the Move Ruth Anne openly shares her experiences of being questioned by others, being overlooked because of her differences, and not always being taken seriously as a woman in the workplace.
Purchase her book here: https://tactical16.com/product/you-belong-a-guidebook-for-the-career-minded-woman/
