EPISODE · Sep 13, 2024 · 57 MIN
From Medically Discharged to Invictus Games Silver: Jay Saunders’ Inspiring Comeback
from No Street Lights Podcast - Real Stories on Mental Health, Resilience, and Growth · host Aaron Ash and Tim Brunicardi
In this inspiring episode of No Street Lights Podcast, we chat with Jay Saunders, a former Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander whose life took a dramatic turn when he was diagnosed with Complex PTSD (cPTSD) following his humanitarian work during the Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone. Jay opens up about the emotional devastation of being medically discharged and the challenging journey of reconciling his diagnosis.But Jay’s story is one of remarkable resilience. He found healing through archery, representing the UK at the 2018 Warrior Games and earning a Silver Medal at the 2023 Invictus Games. As a qualified archery coach, Jay now helps disabled archers find peace and recovery through the sport.Beyond archery, Jay is deeply involved in charitable work. He serves as a Trustee for the Assistance Dog Council and The Access to Technology Foundation, as well as an Invictus Games Ambassador for the Royal British Legion. Additionally, he co-hosts the Project COMEDY Podcast, using humor to aid recovery for veterans and helping to uplift others.Join us as Jay shares his journey of acceptance, healing, and giving back—offering powerful insights into resilience and the healing power of community.Learn more about Jay’s incredible work: • projectcomedy.co.uk/jaysaunders.html • invictusgamesfoundation.org • dodwarriorgames.com • adcouncil.org.uk • britishlegion.org.uk • policeukdisabilitysportcic.co.uk • attf.org.uk➡️ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode!➡️ Want more? Join our Patreon and Discord community for exclusive content and conversations:Patreon: patreon.com/NoStreetLightsDiscord: discord.gg/edT8aXaDLinkTree: linktr.ee/nslpIf you’re struggling with mental health, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at: betterhelp.com/NSLPThank you to Hyland Markle for the original music! Find him on Instagram @hylandmarkle. His live performance of “Overview” is on Spotify and Bandcamp, with his full album “Coffee O’Clock” coming later this year.
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In this inspiring episode of No Street Lights Podcast, we chat with Jay Saunders, a former Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander whose life took a dramatic turn when he was diagnosed with Complex PTSD (cPTSD) following his humanitarian work during the Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone. Jay opens up about the emotional devastation of being medically discharged and the challenging journey of reconciling his diagnosis.But Jay’s story is one of remarkable resilience. He found healing through archery, representing the UK at the 2018 Warrior Games and earning a Silver Medal at the 2023 Invictus Games. As a qualified archery coach, Jay now helps disabled archers find peace and recovery through the sport.Beyond archery, Jay is deeply involved in charitable work. He serves as a Trustee for the Assistance Dog Council and The Access to Technology Foundation, as well as an Invictus Games Ambassador for the Royal British Legion. Additionally, he co-hosts the Project COMEDY Podcast, using humor to aid recovery for veterans and helping to uplift others.Join us as Jay shares his journey of acceptance, healing, and giving back—offering powerful insights into resilience and the healing power of community.Learn more about Jay’s incredible work: • projectcomedy.co.uk/jaysaunders.html • invictusgamesfoundation.org • dodwarriorgames.com • adcouncil.org.uk • britishlegion.org.uk • policeukdisabilitysportcic.co.uk • attf.org.uk➡️ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode!➡️ Want more? Join our Patreon and Discord community for exclusive content and conversations:Patreon: patreon.com/NoStreetLightsDiscord: discord.gg/edT8aXaDLinkTree: linktr.ee/nslpIf you’re struggling with mental health, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at: betterhelp.com/NSLPThank you to Hyland Markle for the original music! Find him on Instagram @hylandmarkle. His live performance of “Overview” is on Spotify and Bandcamp, with his full album “Coffee O’Clock” coming later this year.
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