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Life After Combat: Finding Purpose and Healing...PART 7

Author
Trish and Pat Turnage
Published
Fri 15 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-after-combat-finding-purpose-and-healing-part-7--67375073

Join Trish and Pat Turnage as they engage in a deep, authentic conversation with veteran John about his military journey, challenges post-service, and the profound impact of losing a friend during deployment. Discover his transformative experience with the Mission of Healing Foundation's Honduras trip, tackling emotional healing, and the surprising benefits of community and purpose in his life. This episode offers insights into veterans' struggles and the vital support needed for reintegration, while highlighting real stories of resilience and hope.

Embark on this insightful journey to grasp the multifaceted challenges and victories faced by veterans. Tune in to the full episode to discover how missions like those hosted by the Mission of Healing Foundation are pivotal in crafting meaningful paths to healing and reintegration. Stay connected for more impactful narratives and experiences shared on future episodes of the Mission of Healing podcast.


  • Mission of Healing Foundation - A foundation dedicated to supporting veterans through transformative programs.


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Mission For Healing Podcast is a heartfelt platform created by Trish and Pat Turnage, founders of the Mission For Healing Foundation. Its core mission is to honor and support veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life—focusing on healing through storytelling, service, and community connection.
Here’s what the podcast stands for:
Amplifying Veteran Voices: Each episode shares personal stories of resilience, trauma, and triumph, helping veterans feel seen and heard.
Fostering Community: It emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and emotional support, especially through mission trips and service opportunities.
Promoting Healing: Whether through fundraising, outreach, or simply offering a space to talk, the podcast is a tool for emotional recovery and reconnection.
Inclusive Impact: It invites not just veterans but also families, caregivers, and allies to participate in the healing journey.
The Turnages bring their lived experience—Pat’s multiple deployments and Trish’s advocacy—to create a space where coming home is just the beginning.

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