by Alecia Ritzema | Jul 21, 2023 | Articles, Mental, PCS / Moving, Retirement, Self Care
After long-distance dating while my husband was stationed OCONUS during our early years and four moves in the first five years of marriage, it would be easy to think that handling transitions is a breeze for me. You’d probably assume I’m a professional in...
by Jarah Macfarlane | Jul 6, 2023 | Articles, Family, Financial, Retirement
I get the honor (and big responsibility) of serving military service members in my practice all the time. My clients range from young couples with one income and new enlistees to reservists and retired vets. Everyone’s situation is unique – but sometimes certain...
by Toby Ralph | Jun 27, 2023 | Articles, Blog, Community, Personal Growth
When approached to write a piece about how military spouses cope, I immediately began thinking about why we need to cope differently than any other spouse. While it is true that military spouses face challenges many others do not, it is important to remember that the...
by Michelle Ann | Jun 15, 2023 | Articles, Blog, Personal Growth
Settling in for the night after an emotional day of saying goodbye to my spouse once again, I wrap my hands around a warm cup of chamomile tea and let out a sigh of contentment as I think to myself, “I wish I knew then what I know now.” “I wish I had known how to...
by Diana Lo Jones | Jun 8, 2023 | Articles, Blog, Environmental, Family
The Real Life Spouse Stories Series is part of InDependent’s Wellness Unfiltered™ program. It’s a platform for military spouses to share their struggles with tougher wellness topics. They’re sharing these stories to help with their healing, open up...
by Julie Tully | May 30, 2023 | Articles, Community, Mental, Personal Growth, Purpose
Let’s face it, modern military life is not easy. Especially for military spouses, faced with the unspoken belief that we should be grateful for our lifestyle and dutifully play the role of unpaid support staff. When it feels like life is just one thing after another,...
by Elizabeth Bosse | May 24, 2023 | Articles, Body
What is motivation? Motivation is defined as the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. Motivation is tricky because it is such a personal thing. Figuring out what motivates you can be challenging. It may vary from task to task or...
by Noralee Jones | May 17, 2023 | Articles, Body, Personal Growth, Purpose, Wellness Unfiltered
The Real Life Spouse Stories Series is part of InDependent’s Wellness Unfiltered™ program. It’s a platform for military spouses to share their struggles with tougher wellness topics. They’re sharing these stories to help with their healing, open up conversations so...
by Toby Ralph | Apr 19, 2023 | Articles, Body, Mind, Personal Growth
Have you ever looked at someone, either online or in person, and thought, “How the heck do they stay motivated enough for *insert physical * business * personal accomplishment*?” I have. However, there is no right answer for motivation and how to obtain it. First, I...
by Michelle Ann | Apr 12, 2023 | Articles, Blog, Body, Mental
“Military spouses find their strength along the way. Everyone began frightened of distance, deployment, and the unknown.” – The Seasoned Spouse As I settle into my folding chair, I notice the beautiful hue of pink in the sky as the sun goes down. A cool breeze...
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