Chad Spivack on Veteran Transition, Mental Health, and Finding Purpose After Service | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 433

Let us know what you think!    Security Halt’s Med Group - https://zcform.com/QA5QsClick the link for a FREE consultation with My Med Team to see how we can help. What happens after the uniform comes off? In this powerful episode of the Security Halt! Podcast, Chad Spivack—military veteran, author, and mental health advocate—opens up about the realities of combat, the weight of transition, and the internal battles that follow service.This conversation dives deep into veteran mental health, identity loss, and the path toward healing. Chad shares how storytelling, vulnerability, and intentional self-work became the foundation for rebuilding his life—and how other veterans can do the same.If you’re navigating transition, struggling with purpose, or supporting someone who is, this episode delivers real, actionable insight grounded in lived experience.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction: Why veteran stories matter and the power of shared experience 01:17 – Chad’s background and why he wrote Now What 02:18 – Early life, military service, and defining moments 05:08 – From enlistment to pursuing psychology 06:58 – Airborne school challenges and training experiences 09:18 – Deployment to Afghanistan during COVID and transition insights 10:39 – Depression, suicidal thoughts, and mental health awareness 12:33 – Post-military life and the struggle with identity loss 14:02 – Inspiration behind the book and storytelling approach 15:24 – Themes of purpose, struggle, and resilience 17:41 – Vulnerability as a tool for healing 20:18 – Why sharing stories matters in the veteran community 22:34 – Fear, honesty, and writing authentically 24:21 – Opening up to family and loved ones 26:49 – Journaling as therapy and reflection 30:29 – Identity, purpose, and resilience after service 32:17 – Transitioning during COVID and life changes 35:47 – Reintegration struggles and redefining goals 39:24 – Community, fitness, and mental health strategies 43:32 – Goal setting and avoiding external distractions 45:41 – Practical transition and mental health advice 50:36 – The importance of self-care and support systems 56:00 – Where to find Chad and his book 57:31 – Final thoughts on storytelling, healing, and growthSponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25 Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/  Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/Instagram: @securityhaltSupport the showProduced by Security Halt Media