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Drive On: Helping Veterans Navigate PTSD & Life After Military Service

Surviving Suicide and Finding Purpose

06 Mar 2025

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Sheridan Taylor, a Canadian Army combat veteran, former corrections officer, and suicide survivor, shares his raw and powerful story of survival, loss, and recovery. Sheridan reflects on the lessons learned from his military career, the struggles of transitioning to civilian life, and the emotional toll of losing his wife. He discusses how therapy and self-awareness helped him rebuild his life and how his book, Not Okay Okay A Roadmap Back from the Brink, serves as a guide for others navigating trauma and mental health challenges. Sheridan emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength in community. 00:00:00 - Introduction to Sheridan Taylor’s military and personal journey 00:06:30 - Transitioning out of the military and dealing with loss 00:15:00 - The emotional toll of grief and trauma 00:25:45 - Overcoming societal stigmas around mental health 00:40:00 - The pivotal moment of asking for help 00:55:20 - Lessons learned from therapy and rebuilding life 01:06:00 - Insights from Not Okay Okay A Roadmap Back from the Brink Links & Resources Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Follow Sheridan Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridantaylorauthor Follow Sheridan Taylor on Twitter/X: https://x.com/sheridanftaylor Follow Sheridan Taylor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheridan-taylor-7759b282/ Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

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