Restoring The Warrior: A guide for peer wellness

Dr. Benjamin Iobst discusses with Robert Asencio his book 'Restoring the Warrior,' a peer support how to guide for veterans and first responders. Dr. Iobst shares his personal journey from military service to law enforcement and ultimately to becoming an organizational psychologist. The discussion emphasizes the importance of connection, support systems, and preparing for the transition to civilian life, highlighting the need for proactive mental health strategies within these communities.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Restoring the Warrior03:06 - Ben's Journey: From Military to Psychology09:44 - The Importance of Connection and Support13:01 - Transitioning from Service: Preparing for Civilian Life17:18 - Creating Support Systems for Veterans and First RespondersAbout Vets And Badges Host:Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience. Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders. For more visit: https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/[email protected] - 2025