Jason Dunn served 9 years full time in the Australian Army in transport roles across numerous operational deployments, and was attached to both Australian and British Special Forces units.
On initially discharging from service Jason experienced difficulties obtaining employment and finding meaning in civilian life. Defining himself as an Australian soldier from age 17, leaving service he struggled to move on from Army's culture, camaraderie and security.
In the years that followed, Jason experienced a series of crises that threatened his welfare, personal relationships and quality of life.
Following one incident Jason came face to face with his unexamined emotional scars,
understanding that his rigid self reliance, and fervent independence was preventing him from asking for help and being open to dealing with the issues the affected him.
Jason has since sought out the help he needed to transform his life, he's demonstrated the strength to confront his difficult truths, and has now found purpose in a new profession, and in fatherhood and family. Jason now shares his story of identity and adjustment to life after service.
