Being a combat veteran that has seen and been part of the many realities of war, I have had trouble being fully in charge of my emotions since I left military service. I began seeking help when I realized that I am just going through the motions of life and not being present with my kids or wife. This made every day either seem like it was a repeat of the day before or made me feel guilty every time I would reflect on my days prior. After being in treatment for a few months I have noticed that I am more able to feel emotions when they are happening to me, which helps me be present in the moment. My family has also seen a positive improvement in my development. I am now beginning to work on having an intentional time everyday where I am fully present with myself and family. I hope to be able to turn this practice into a habit that will grow to become longer than just once a day when I intentionally try to block all the extra distractions from taking over my thoughts.
Navy SEAL
19 January 2021
