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Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, Mindset, and Growth After Special Forces

Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, Mindset, and Growth After Special Forces

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Former Green Beret Nick O’Kelly joins Daniel Fielding to discuss mental health stigma, self-awareness, and resilience in high-performance environments. A powerful conversation on courage, vulnerability, and growth.

Topics Covered:

  • Mental health in Special Forces
  • Stigma and vulnerability
  • Self-awareness and mindset
  • Routine and structure
  • Personal transformation

Chapters

00:00 Mental Health and High-Performance Culture
00:41 Nick O’Kelly’s Journey to Special Forces
03:28 Stress, Aviation, and Mental Health Challenges
08:00 Self-Advocacy and Recognizing the Warning Signs
11:41 Alcohol, Sleep Deprivation, and Mental Health
15:02 Breaking Mental Health Stigma in the Military
16:43 Grace, Healing, and Self-Awareness
18:40 Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
21:38 Writing Stigma and Sharing the Message
29:59 Call to Action: Speak Up
30:28 Translating Military Lessons to Civilian Life
35:01 Mindset Shifts for Personal Growth
41:45 Building Habits That Support Mental Health
52:34 Overcoming Isolation and Shame
58:38 Vulnerability as Strength

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickokelly/

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