Healing the Inner Wounds of War

Dr. Ron Schneebaum, retired pediatrician and author of Bigger Hearted, shares his two-part approach to helping veterans heal their inner wounds. Drawing from his medical background and advocacy for mental health, he emphasizes the importance of reframing military experiences and practicing focused inner listening. Dr. Schneebaum explains how embracing love and compassion can help veterans process trauma, find self-acceptance, and lead more fulfilling lives. He also shares actionable strategies and offers free Zoom workshops to support veterans in their healing journey.00:00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Ron Schneebaum and Bigger Hearted 00:02:00 - Why veterans should reframe their military service experiences 00:08:30 - The power of love and compassion in overcoming trauma 00:15:00 - Practicing focused inner listening for self-awareness 00:25:45 - Learning self-acceptance and embracing inner strength 00:40:00 - Strategies for applying compassion in daily life 00:45:30 - Free resources and workshops for veteransLinks & ResourcesVeteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 Website: https://biggerhearted.comTranscriptView the transcript for this episode.