In the fast-paced retail and service sector, it’s easy to focus only on profit. However, some of the most impactful business decisions are those that go beyond profit and prioritize…
There’s something about the mechanical simplicity of a bicycle that acts as a circuit breaker for my brain. When I’m on the bike, I’m not a veteran dealing with PTSD;…
There is a unique kind of resilience built into the men and women who serve in our armed forces. It is a mindset forged in training and tempered by experience—a…
To all who served: Thank you. I’ll be looking for you. In the civilian world, few outward symbols immediately identify someone as a veteran. We walk through grocery stores, sit…
The FIFA World Cup is more than just a sporting event; it’s a global phenomenon that unites nations, cultures, and millions of fans under the banner of “the beautiful game.”…
Living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a battle that doesn’t have a definitive “end date.” There is no magic pill or singular cure that makes the memories vanish or…
In our culture, we tend to reserve the word “hero” for the extraordinary. We think of battle-hardened veterans with chests full of medals or those who served decades in the…
When we set out to plan our latest getaway to Puerto Rico, we weren’t looking for five-star luxury, white-glove service, or a lobby full of gold-plated fixtures. We were searching…
Stop Masquerading Every time a veteran reaches out and someone turns them away, we lose a piece of our integrity as a nation. We are all accountable for this quiet,…
Pickleball Positivity: How a Paddle can Help Veterans Manage PTSD (But It’s Not a Magic Cure) Veterans who play pickleball anticipate feeling good after games with other veterans and other…
Finding Healing in the Tropics: Why Puerto Rico is My Sanctuary for Recovery There is a specific kind of quiet that settles over you when the trade winds hit the…
Pickleball is a sport that benefits me both mentally and physically. Pickleball Island, situated on Grand Island, NY, serves as a venue for recreation and occasional guidance on proper gameplay…
Here is a specific kind of quiet that settles over a creative space when the keyboard goes silent. For a while, that’s exactly what happened here. We hit the “pause”…
We often define war by its geographic boundaries: the trenches, the deserts, the urban ruins. But for those who have served, the most grueling theater of conflict isn’t found on…
I’m Ron Tebo—a disabled Army veteran who proudly served my country, not on the battlefield, but with the same dedication and sacrifice. I encourage you to read this article more…