Tyler Burgett is a retired Special Warfare operator who faced some of the hardest battles of his life after leaving active duty.

Following medical retirement, a divorce, and the loss of close family members, Tyler found himself struggling with substance abuse and thoughts of suicide. The identity he built through service felt stripped away. The mission was gone. The structure was gone. And for a while, so was hope.

But this is not a story about defeat.

With the help of close friends and veteran-serving nonprofits, Tyler began rebuilding his life. Today, he is on the path to becoming a therapist — committed to helping others navigate the same darkness he once faced.

In this episode, we discuss:
Identity loss after military transition
Substance abuse in the veteran community
Suicidal ideation and breaking the silence
The real impact of nonprofit support organizations
Rebuilding purpose after rock bottom

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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https://www.theoutreach-project.com/nonprofitdirectory

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