Dane Christison is an Army veteran and founder and CEO of Survive to Thrive Nation, Australia's premier online mental health, transition and personal development program for ADF personnel and veterans.   Experiencing family tragedy growing up in Sth East Queensland, Dane found direction in service to the nation with the Australian Army and deployed to East Timor and Iraq. After leaving the military he narrowly avoided the 2005 London terror attacks. Dane later suffering debilitating PTSD stemming from his service.    From a place of pain Dane transformed his life with an extraordinary vision of changing the way Defence Force veterans are transitioned out of service. This vision became Dane's mantra and his coaching and mentoring and has touched the lives of thousands of veterans, and had an enormous community effect over the last 9 years.   In this incredibly raw, moving and inspiring episode, Dane bares all and we examine in depth his 8 module program for mental health, transition support and personal development. You can show your support for Survive to Thrive Nation on socials, and find out more about the program at   https://survivetothrivenation.com   For 24hr counselling and support contact please contact   https://www.openarms.gov.au https://www.lifeline.org.au

With the end of the year approaching and new jobs and opportunities on the horizon for many this episode focuses on mindsets tools and tips that only a transition coach can bring to your transition journey.   Gillian Kelly is an award winning career coach, resume writer, and self proclaimed future of work nerd. She understands what employers are looking for when hiring veterans, and she's worked with thousands of employees moving between roles, often involuntarily   In this episode we break down:   Working out what your skills are and what your next job looks like The importance of time out to reflect deeply before lining up a new role Weighing up your personal situation and readiness to move Thinking about the why behind your career experiences, and how to package this up for a job interview How to use story telling and evidence to represent your career achievements in job interviews LinkedIn, using the platform and network referrals to get access to the right hiring managers    And, in the trailer I discuss my transition journey and recent career stepping stones   You can find Gillian and Outplacement Australia here https://www.outplacementaustralia.com.au https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillian-kelly-outplacement/

This special episode is to mark RUOkay Day. Catch the abbreviated video version at https://youtu.be/aVvgA4w11Hw On RUOkay Day we're reminded of the power of a simple conversation to help save a life. Our guest for this episode is Dane Christison, Army veteran and founder of Survive to Thrive Nation - a proven and remarkably successful program for helping transitioning veterans find inspiration, motivation and passion for getting the most out of life after service.   Dane has faced trauma prior to, during and after his military service and the insights he shares from his journey, and those of the many he has coached and mentored emphasise the importance of a simple conversation, and the willingness to listen without judgement.   https://survivetothrivenation.com Connect - https://www.facebook.com/serviceandbeyond Connect - https://www.instagram.com/serviceandbeyondpodcast/

Kristen Hansen is trusted by business leaders and executives to advise and coach them through periods of major transformation. Kristen's philosophy is that by understanding the mechanics of the brain you can engineer your own change and lead yourself through any personal or career transition.   As a business coach leadership expert and international keynote speaker with over 20 years of sales and management experience in major corporations, Kristen draws on qualifications in neuroscience of leadership and emotional intelligence to explain the brain level barriers to change that are frequently encountered during periods of major life change.   Kristen outlines her structured coaching method to navigating the transition from service back to civilian life, by applying a growth mindset approach, the deliberate application of positive feedback and a conscious shift from threat to reward state Kristen reveals a practical toolset any veteran can use to guide their transition and adjustment process.   Kristen is   CEO of EnHansen Performance https://www.enhansenperformance.com.au   and author of TRACTION. The Neuroscience of Leadership and Performance https://www.tractionbykristenhansen.com.au     

Miriam Dwyer is the CEO of Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation one of the country's premier institutions for the advancing health outcomes of ADF veterans and their families.   Located at Greenslopes hospital in Brisbane, Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation (GMRF) undertakes clinical trials research and patient treatment targeting diseases and health concerns that disproportionately affect ADF veterans. Key veteran focal areas for GMRF areas include liver disease, skin cancer melanoma and post traumatic stress disorder.   GMRF has also undertaken significant research around the difficulty veterans face transitioning out of service, commissioning a number of studies to measure and discover the causes of the re-adjustment difficulties many veterans face.   In partnership with RSL Queensland, GMRF conducted a six year research study to investigate the transition experience and psychological adjustment and cultural reintegration to civilian life. This study led to the development of the post-transition Military-Civilian Adjustment and Reintegration Measure (M-CARM).   M-CARM is a world first online survey based tool where after transitioning from service, ADF veterans can complete a 5 minute survey and receive personalised feedback on their transition and re-integration progress.   Areas identified for improvement can then be directly addressed by the Go Beyond self paced online program recently launched. Go Beyond features modules on;   -Finding Purpose -Social Connection -Regimentation -Beliefs About civilians   In this conversation we discuss the extraordinary range of research, trials and treatment work the team at GMRF are doing to enhance the health and wellbeing of ADF veterans and their families, and we discuss how the ground breaking M-CARM and Go Beyond tools are enhancing the quality of life of Australian veterans.   https://www.m-carm.org https://www.gobeyond.org.au   https://www.gallipoliresearch.com.au

Robert Skoda is a former Air Force Ground Defence Officer and now General Manager Veteran Affairs and Policy at RSL Queensland.   During Rob's career he served in various command, leadership and training roles deploying to East Timor and numerous Middle East theatre rotations. On leaving Defence Rob pivoted into overseas remote site resource and mining work, before moving into commercial management roles.   Seeking a greater sense of fulfilment and service Rob joined RSL Queensland successfully translating his commercial expertise to help build a range of programs and initiatives that provide valuable support to modern veterans and their families.       In this episode we chat about Rob's Defence career, his full circle journey from Air Force Officer through to supporting ADF veterans in his work at RSL Queensland. We discuss the difficult demands placed on ADF families due to deployment and posting cycles, and the invaluable role that Defence families play in underpinning the Australian Defence Force's mission of defending the nation.     Lastly we explore some of RSL Queensland's veteran support programs, including their funding to Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation which has developed a world first set of online tools to measure and help overcome the re-adjustment challenges that ADF members face when leaving service. These tools are free and can be accessed online at:    https://www.m-carm.org https://www.gobeyond.org.au/#/public-dashboard   You can follow Service and Beyond here on Instagram https://lnkd.in/gKrcCTr   And here on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/serviceandbeyond

Tim Thomas joined the Army at the age of 29, where he was fast tracked into special forces service seeing action in East Timor and Afghanistan. Enjoying his career in Army Tim was set on serving the remainder of his career in uniform until a personal commitment he had made was called into question.   Tim stood firm on his belief in the face of pressure from his fellow soldiers and chain of command, starting a series of events which would smear his reputation and lead to the end of his career as a special forces soldier.    On leaving Army Tim experienced mental and physical decline followed by resurgence, finding purpose in connecting with other veterans and helping steer them through their own journeys. Tim is the author of the book: Fight, Flight, Feel - he spreads his message of healing via his website and Youtube channel - Commando in Your Corner. His 2019 ANZAC Day speech was noted by our Former Governor General, Dame Quentin Bryce as being one of the most remarkable ever.    Tim's ANZAC Day speech 2019 - ANZAC SPIRIT - Full Version     Commando in Your Corner - https://yourcommando.com   Commando in Your Corner - Youtube channel Secrets of pain  

John served 5 years in the Australian Army as an infantry soldier amassing a range of skills, weapon and vehicle qualifications with ultimate aim of deploying to Afghanistan.  Despite his continual efforts John's posting trajectory and a later leg injury meant he was overlooked for deployment, leaving him dealing with shame and feelings of inadequacy of a solider trained but not deployed to the battlefield.   John later made the decision to discharge from Army with minimal planning, training or transition assistance - fortunately landing security role along with a number of his former colleagues. In the years following transition John worked to piece together his identity and life direction working in fields as diverse as immigration detention, youth and disability work and now to study to pursue his passion of a career in paramedicine. As a proud veteran John has crafted his own identity and experienced remarkable personal growth and now looks forward to fatherhood and welcoming his first child.   If you've got a story of service to share, or feedback on Season 1 or 2 you can reach me at - [email protected]   For more information on Soldier On's Gala Ball go to https://soldieron.org.au/national-gala-ball-2021/

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.

This is the introduction to Season 2 where Matt discusses the theme of season 2; The Identity shift and Adjustment to life after service careers.   Matt reveals his own adjustment experience in his early Defence career and how his identity struggles upon discharge from service following academic training failures have shaped his thoughts on the challenges many face in their ADF transition.   He also previews the veterans stories and guest research organisations and transition and coaching professionals who will be featured in season 2.    Submissions are being taken into the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, you can find out more and have your say here https://www.dva.gov.au/public-consultation-inform-terms-reference-royal-commission-defence-and-veteran-suicide