Basic training isn't just about physical strength. The physical part is only half the battle. Once they start breaking you down mentally, even things you could normally do easily start feeling harder. That mental toughness stays with you long after basic training is over. This clip comes from a conversation…
Mark Hasara wasn't going to let a bad day, a counselor, or someone else telling him to quit decide whether he'd reach his goal. I love that kind of determination. This clip comes from a conversation I had with Mark Hasara on 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, in August 2025. 🎧…
Not everyone offering veterans help actually wants to help. If you’re filing for service connection or trying to understand your VA benefits, there are legitimate organizations and people who can help. The key is knowing who’s actually in your corner... and who’s just looking at the dollar signs. If you're…
Stop assuming a disability means someone can't contribute. Ken Kunken's story is a powerful reminder that limitations don't define someone's potential.
Nobody tells veterans about this part of civilian life You have to ask questions & advocate for yourself. You might also have to push back when you're told something isn't an option. For rural veterans, that can be even harder when access to healthcare, telehealth, and other resources is limited.…
One of the biggest challenges during a civilian job search is knowing how to explain (with confidence) what you've actually done. Something that's helped me is the STAR technique: Situation, Task, Action, Result. You're basically telling a story... here's what happened, here's what I needed to do, here's what I…
Leaving the military is a major transition, and I don't think we always do enough to prepare people for what comes next. It's not just about finding a job. It's about figuring out who you are, where you fit, and how to build a life outside of the structure you've…
Some experiences stay with you long after you leave them behind. Looking back on my time in Iraq, there are things I didn't fully process until years later. Some of those moments are hard to talk about, but I've learned that talking about them matters. This clip comes from a…
I signed up to serve. No hesitation. But service doesn't always come with clean answers. And years later, sitting with my dad (a Vietnam veteran) I found myself being honest about something I don't think gets talked about enough. There are questions that stay with you long after you come…
Transitioning out of the military and landing a civilian job is harder than most people think. A lot of it comes down to communication. The person interviewing you has no idea what your world looked like. You have to learn how to tell your story in a way that actually…
You versus you. That's it. That's the whole game. All you can do is be better than you were yesterday. Better than you were six months ago. If that's happening, you're winning. This clip comes from a podcast episode that aired last year, but is worth going back to. Check…
Almost 5 years ago I posted this video... I was sad. I was lost for words. And I just needed to say something real... Check on each other. That's it. That's the message. Mental health is real. The people in your life are real. And sometimes the most important thing…
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, I wanted to bring this one back up. 🙏 Athena Desai put together a 20 minute guided meditation specifically for The Morning Formation community... and it's all about letting go. Whatever you're carrying right now, this one's worth your time. Find…
Veterans are not the stereotype. 🙄 So many of us are actively working on ourselves, showing up for our relationships, and trying to be the best version of who we are. What's the most annoying veteran stereotype you've heard? Drop it in the comments. (Veterans and civilians both welcome on…
The military world is smaller than you think. Drop your wildest "small world" military story in the comments. 👇 I know you've got one. #VeteranStories #MilitaryCommunity #MilitaryFamily
Yeah, the name is provocative. That's kind of the point. 😂 But here's what MJ wants you to know about their Instagram page ... 90% of the veterans submitting to their platform aren't looking for a hookup. They're looking for their person. The name gets the attention. The mission keeps…
I judged this Instagram page immediately. I was completely wrong. 😂 A big thank you to MJ & David for coming onto the podcast to discuss the mission of F**k Veterans You two are offering a unique and much needed service to the military community. Keep up the great work!…
The civilian world operates differently. And figuring out how to bridge that gap without losing yourself in the process... That's definitely a challenge I know firsthand. David and I get into all of it. ~ This clip is just one piece of a bigger conversation about reintegration, connection with others,…
That's what happens when a community is built with real intention behind it. If your active duty or a veteran and you've been nervous to put yourself out into the dating scene, you'll appreciate the mission behind F**k Veterans. Check out the full episode on 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 to…
Two hours of sleep. Fresh out the club. Standing in military formation. What was in my pocket had absolutely no business being there. 😂 #MilitaryHumor #WorkHardPlayHard #OnlyInTheMilitary
MJ put it perfectly... while she's freaking out, her veteran spouse is already in problem-solving mode. Calm and focused. Almost like he's been waiting for something to go wrong just so he can fix it. 🤣 That's not a coincidence. That's years of training showing up in real life! For…
You spend months counting down to getting home. Then you get there and something's just... off. The relationships feel different. The conversations feel different. The way people communicate doesn't quite match the way you're wired anymore. David and KP both know that feeling. Two GWOT veterans who can talk to…
The name is provocative, but the mission is real. MJ built a brand around dark humor and veteran culture... F**k Veterans is all about helping veterans and military members who are looking for genuine connection. Dating after service is tough. Reintegration is already hard enough without trying to explain yourself…
A shocking name can hide a serious purpose, and that’s exactly what drew me into MJ and David’s work. They’re the creators behind a viral Instagram community that celebrates veterans, makes civilians laugh, and quietly does something most “support the troops” content never touches: helping veterans date, reconnect, and feel…