Mental Health
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Mental Health Awareness Month!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If there is anything I have learned over the last few years, it is the utter most importance of one’s mental health. If I do only one thing for the month of May, ...

5 Easy Ways to Deal with Stress
Unfortunately, stress is something that we will never be able to get away from, but luckily, all stress isn’t bad. Eustress is a positive form of stress that benefits health, motivation, performance, ...

5 Personal Care Practices That Protect Men in a Confusing Modern World
Men’s mental health is in a quiet crisis. According to the CDC, male suicide rates are nearly four times higher than female rates in the U.S. The WHO reports that men are significantly less likely to ...

How to Be More Mindful and Less Stressed This Year
We are getting back into the swing of things after all of the holiday “stuff”, and that means the stress is slowly building again. School Activities…Work Tasks…Military Chaos…Life Happenings…and every...

Hold the Line: Suicide Prevention in Our Military Community
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and for those of us in the military community whether you’re currently serving, a veteran, or standing beside someone who has…this month hits different...

Hot Mess to High Alert: Operation Self-Care Starts Now
The backpacks are zipped, the kids are dropped off, and for the first time in what feels like years, the house is quiet. The kind of quiet that’s almost suspicious. You know the one. It’s like your br...

Challenge Accepted- Let’s Focus on Mental Health – Time to Start the 30 Day Plan!
Welcome to next part of the Mental Health Challenge! You’ll need a notebook to document your progress as you complete this month-long journey. We have some easy activities that will help you focus on ...

Challenge Accepted – Let’s Focus on Mental Health – Get Ready!
Military life can be tough, and I’m talking about all aspects of it. As a service member, there is always some form of stress in your life whether it’s from work, leadership, or being away on deployme...

Overcoming Winter Blues: My Journey to a Happier Winter
Every winter, I find myself staring out the window at 4:30 p.m., shocked by how dark it already is. Winter can feel like a long, gray tunnel, and for years, I dreaded the cold months (unless there’s C...

Be Your Own Valentine: A Milspouse’s Guide to Self-Care
This Valentine’s Day, I dare you to LOVE YOURSELF!Yes, I’m talking to you… I see you, and if you’re anything like myself, this is how your life looks:Military First – always the prioritySpouseKidsJobH...

Tackling the Stress of the Holidays
While many people look forward to the holiday season, believe it or not, some actually dread this time of year for many reasons. The holidays are a time of year when many people get together with fami...

Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care
It is important to care for others, but sometimes we can get burnt out! We tend to forget to take a moment for ourselves, as we are the ones who are always taking care of others. However, one thing we...
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When most military families hear about VA survivor benefits, they think about life insurance or a one-time death gratuity. That makes sense, but it overlooks an important benefit: a monthly, tax-free payment that some surviving spouses and family members may receive for years, and potentially for life.It's called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), and for an eligible family, it can make ...


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When people hear “part-time military,” they often picture one weekend a month and two weeks in the summer. Most National Guard members know that’s rarely reality. You’re balancing a civilian career, military obligations, family responsibilities, and the possibility that your schedule could change overnight. Whether it's a state activation, a deployment, additional schools, or a natural disaster re...


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When the crisp autumn air has arrived and leaves begin to fall, we as humans aren’t the only ones looking to get a little extra cozy. Our feline friends are natural-born heat seekers, and fall is the perfect time for them to master the art of lounging in a cozy and snug corner! Chasing the Autumn Sun:The angle of the sunlight changes when fall arrives, those bright spots on the floor shift making ...


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Halloween night is filled with spooky costumes, tasty treats, and neighborhood cheer. The air is crisp, leaves are falling, the neighborhood is decorated, and the bowl of candy is ready. Though, for our furry family members a constantly ringing doorbell, glowing costumes, and continuous strangers knocking can feel like a full blown home invasion. The unexpected noises and door repeatedly opening c...


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SGLI vs. VGLI: What Happens to Your Life Insurance When You Leave the Military?
When I separated from the USAF in 2024, life insurance was the last thing on my mind.I was focused on clearing the post, turning in gear, and figuring out what came next. Somewhere in that process, I overlooked what would happen to my life insurance.I left without enrolling in Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI), and I didn't fully understand when my military coverage would end.If nobody walked ...


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VA Home Loans: How to Get a Good Deal and Avoid Costly Refinancing Traps
Everyone who has gotten a VA loan knows how annoying the torrent of mailers promising "no-cost VA refinancing" with "record-low rates" are. Every one of them looks official. None offered the deal the headline promised.Some people fall for it. Don’t be one of them.That's exactly the situation we want to help you avoid. Whether you're buying your first home with a VA loan or considering refinancing ...


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Keep Halloween Dinner Scary Easy with TOMBSTONE Pizza
Halloween has a way of making dinner feel like an afterthought. Between getting costumes together, finding the candy you definitely bought but somehow can’t find, getting the kids out the door, heading to a Halloween party, or just trying to make it home from work before everything starts, nobody really wants to spend an hour making dinner on October 31. My idea? Keep it scary easy.I’m pretty disc...


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Honoring Veterans Through the Example They Set
Veterans Day makes me think about the people who served before me, especially my grandfather. As an active-duty Navy Sailor, I understand how much preparation goes into being ready when others are counting on you. I also recognize the sacrifices that service asks of veterans and their families. Honoring them means taking time to appreciate what they gave and thinking about how I can carry their ex...


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Free VA Disability Claim Help: How to Avoid Illegal Fees and Find Someone You Can Trust
Most veterans know that filing a VA disability claim can be frustrating. What they may not realize is that they don't have to pay someone to help them file their initial claim.That matters because some companies charge veterans thousands of dollars for assistance they could receive for free.The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has repeatedly warned about businesses it calls claims predators: op...


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To Pumpkin or Not to Pumpkin: Your Fall Recipe Guide
Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temperatures, fall foliage, a new season of The Great British Bake Off, and lots and lots of pumpkins. That also means it’s baking season! If you’re anything like me, you scour every source you can to find fun and new pumpkin recipes. Apple cider donuts? Yes, please. Cinnamon rolls? I’ll take two. Coffee cake? You had me at struesel. This is the time of year ...


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VA DIC Benefits in 2026: Who Qualifies, Monthly Payments & How to Apply
When most military families hear about VA survivor benefits, they think about life insurance or a one-time death gratuity. That makes sense, but it overlooks an important benefit: a monthly, tax-free payment that some surviving spouses and family members may receive for years, and potentially for life.It's called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), and for an eligible family, it can make ...


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Building an Emergency Fund when you're “Part-Time” Military
When people hear “part-time military,” they often picture one weekend a month and two weeks in the summer. Most National Guard members know that’s rarely reality. You’re balancing a civilian career, military obligations, family responsibilities, and the possibility that your schedule could change overnight. Whether it's a state activation, a deployment, additional schools, or a natural disaster re...


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Creating the Perfect Cozy Fall Spot for Your Cat
When the crisp autumn air has arrived and leaves begin to fall, we as humans aren’t the only ones looking to get a little extra cozy. Our feline friends are natural-born heat seekers, and fall is the perfect time for them to master the art of lounging in a cozy and snug corner! Chasing the Autumn Sun:The angle of the sunlight changes when fall arrives, those bright spots on the floor shift making ...


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How to Keep Pets Calm When Trick-or-Treaters Arrive
Halloween night is filled with spooky costumes, tasty treats, and neighborhood cheer. The air is crisp, leaves are falling, the neighborhood is decorated, and the bowl of candy is ready. Though, for our furry family members a constantly ringing doorbell, glowing costumes, and continuous strangers knocking can feel like a full blown home invasion. The unexpected noises and door repeatedly opening c...


My Military Lifestyle
When I separated from the USAF in 2024, life insurance was the last thing on my mind.I was focused on clearing the post, turning in gear, and figuring out what came next. Somewhere in that process, I overlooked what would happen to my life insurance.I left without enrolling in Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI), and I didn't fully understand when my military coverage would end.If nobody walked ...


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Everyone who has gotten a VA loan knows how annoying the torrent of mailers promising "no-cost VA refinancing" with "record-low rates" are. Every one of them looks official. None offered the deal the headline promised.Some people fall for it. Don’t be one of them.That's exactly the situation we want to help you avoid. Whether you're buying your first home with a VA loan or considering refinancing ...


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Halloween has a way of making dinner feel like an afterthought. Between getting costumes together, finding the candy you definitely bought but somehow can’t find, getting the kids out the door, heading to a Halloween party, or just trying to make it home from work before everything starts, nobody really wants to spend an hour making dinner on October 31. My idea? Keep it scary easy.I’m pretty disc...


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Veterans Day makes me think about the people who served before me, especially my grandfather. As an active-duty Navy Sailor, I understand how much preparation goes into being ready when others are counting on you. I also recognize the sacrifices that service asks of veterans and their families. Honoring them means taking time to appreciate what they gave and thinking about how I can carry their ex...


My Military Lifestyle
Most veterans know that filing a VA disability claim can be frustrating. What they may not realize is that they don't have to pay someone to help them file their initial claim.That matters because some companies charge veterans thousands of dollars for assistance they could receive for free.The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has repeatedly warned about businesses it calls claims predators: op...


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Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temperatures, fall foliage, a new season of The Great British Bake Off, and lots and lots of pumpkins. That also means it’s baking season! If you’re anything like me, you scour every source you can to find fun and new pumpkin recipes. Apple cider donuts? Yes, please. Cinnamon rolls? I’ll take two. Coffee cake? You had me at struesel. This is the time of year ...


My Military Lifestyle
When most military families hear about VA survivor benefits, they think about life insurance or a one-time death gratuity. That makes sense, but it overlooks an important benefit: a monthly, tax-free payment that some surviving spouses and family members may receive for years, and potentially for life.It's called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), and for an eligible family, it can make ...


My Military Lifestyle
When people hear “part-time military,” they often picture one weekend a month and two weeks in the summer. Most National Guard members know that’s rarely reality. You’re balancing a civilian career, military obligations, family responsibilities, and the possibility that your schedule could change overnight. Whether it's a state activation, a deployment, additional schools, or a natural disaster re...


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When the crisp autumn air has arrived and leaves begin to fall, we as humans aren’t the only ones looking to get a little extra cozy. Our feline friends are natural-born heat seekers, and fall is the perfect time for them to master the art of lounging in a cozy and snug corner! Chasing the Autumn Sun:The angle of the sunlight changes when fall arrives, those bright spots on the floor shift making ...


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Halloween night is filled with spooky costumes, tasty treats, and neighborhood cheer. The air is crisp, leaves are falling, the neighborhood is decorated, and the bowl of candy is ready. Though, for our furry family members a constantly ringing doorbell, glowing costumes, and continuous strangers knocking can feel like a full blown home invasion. The unexpected noises and door repeatedly opening c...


