Transitioning out of the military is harder than you think, and the standard briefs from TAPS rarely cover the reality of what’s coming. In this episode, I’m sharing the eight things that blindsided me when I took off the uniform, from financial reality checks to the loss of identity. This is the no-B.S. guide to preparing for the "dark times" so you don't just survive the transition, but thrive in it.

 

Timestamps

(00:00) - Intro

(00:53) - The financial reality check: Why you need a 6-month safety net

(01:48) - Why "getting out" is not a plan (and how to make one)

(04:00) - Stripping away the rank: Figuring out who you actually are

(05:39) - Replacing the mission: How to find a new purpose

(08:48) - The VA Loan hack: Buy your home one year before you leave

(09:59) - Building a new community from scratch

(12:50) - Losing your tribe: Why the transition hurts more than you expect

(13:37) - The Dark Times: Preparing for the mental battle

(14:33) - The "Nature Prescription" for mental health struggles

(15:30) - Finding your new tribe and embracing your true self

 

About the Show

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

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