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Be Necessary with war journalist Sebastian Junger

A Bit of Optimism

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From Chainsaws to Conflict: A Journey of Purpose

This chapter follows the speaker's transition from hazardous physical work to a career in writing and war journalism. Through their experiences in Sarajevo, they explore the bonds formed amidst violence, the longing for meaning, and the complex dynamics of belonging in wartime. The discussion also examines the challenges veterans face in adjusting to civilian life and the societal shift towards individualism, contrasting it with past values of community and honor.

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