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How To Transition From Soldier to Civilian

Dec 12, 2023
37:22
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Dan, a retired soldier, shares his experience transitioning to civilian life after 20 years of service, managing PTSD, ADHD, and new sobriety. The podcast explores a program using science fiction and conceptual art to help veterans plan for the future. Topics include enlisting in the military, the challenges of transitioning, creating visions for the future, and embracing the unknown.
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  • The Veterans Imagination Project at Arizona State University uses speculative storytelling and scenario planning to help veterans envision and plan their future careers.
  • Embracing curiosity, sharing visions with the community, and exploring different ways of thinking and living help veterans confidently navigate uncertainty and shape their own paths.

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Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, as veterans face the daunting task of adapting to an entirely new environment, rules, and challenges. This transition is made even more difficult for those who have experienced combat-related injuries or trauma. The Veterans Imagination Project at Arizona State University aims to help veterans imagine and plan for their future by using techniques such as speculative storytelling, scenario planning, and envisioning their desired career field. By exploring trends and potential opportunities in their chosen industries, veterans can create plausible and actionable visions of their future selves. Sharing these visions with mentors and the community helps make the vision more real and helps connect veterans with individuals who can help bring those visions to life.

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