CONTENT
The guest today is Gemma Gardner, a British Army veteran who moved into performance psychology. After experiencing mental health issues following her medical discharge, she developed the Orus framework, which focuses on the five pillars of awareness, understanding, regulation, identity, and stability. The discussion highlights the psychological difficulties soldiers face when their military identity is stripped away, often leading to a loss of purpose and confidence in civilian life. Gemma emphasizes the importance of proactive transition planning to help veterans navigate life after service and advocates for better education on the cultural differences between military and civilian workplaces. We also discuss how veterans can redefine themselves and find new outlets for their service-oriented values.
Gemma's book choice on Desert Islands Dits is \"Papa Papa Blues - A Memoir Of 80s To 90s Policing And Combat Sports\" by CJ Brett. My choice is \"Meditations\" by Marcus Aurelius.
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