In this week's podcast episode, I talk to Veteran Matt and spouse Mel about their whirlwind romance, doing long distance, transitioning out of defence and future plans.
Matt and Mel also talk about;
- Meeting 1 week before Matt was due to post interstate
- Having big conversations and committing to long-distance 1 week in
- Making sacrifices, leaving family and moving to be with Matt
- How Mel established herself in a new location through social groups
- The reality of future postings and the strain on their relationship
- Thinking about leaving defence and focusing on family
- Mel supporting Matt with his decision to leave defence
- Why Matt started preparing for transition years before it came time
- Finding an opportunity and the quick 3 week turn around to transition
- What actually happens when you decide to discharge
- Navigating the help and support available when transitioning
- Why Matt decided to help others transitioning by starting a podcast
- The importance of hearing others transition stories
- Why every defence member should plan for transition ahead of time
- What the future holds, planning for a family and building a forever home
To find out how to listen or more info about Matt’s podcast Service and Beyond follow along below
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