Shawn Ryan Show

#77 Tom Satterly - Delta Force CSM (RET) "All Secure" | Part 3

Oct 4, 2023
Tom Satterly, a former Delta Force operator with over two decades of combat experience and co-founder of All Secure Foundation, dives deep into the aftermath of his military career. He shares confronting statistics on veteran suicides and the emotional toll on families. Tom and Jen discuss personal struggles with addiction and the journey to healing, emphasizing the urgency for support in the military community. Their insights shed light on the necessity for mental health resources and the transformative power of reconnecting through shared experiences.
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ANECDOTE

Post-Mogadishu Family Life

  • Tom Satterly's post-Mogadishu family life was strained.
  • His first marriage ended about a year later, partly due to his constant work.
INSIGHT

Lack of Mental Health Support

  • There was no discussion of PTSD or TBI after Mogadishu.
  • The prevailing attitude was to suppress emotions and focus on work.
ANECDOTE

Failed Marriages

  • Satterly's first marriage ended shortly after Somalia, followed by two more failed marriages.
  • He attributed these failures to his constant absence and emotional unavailability due to his work.
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