The War Within: Breaking Mental Health Stigma in the Military

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Joe Adams

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Welcome to The Relentless Pursuit Podcast—where resilience, authenticity, and purpose collide. We share raw stories of triumph, deep conversations, and personal reflections on life’s toughest challenges. From overcoming failure to redefining success, this veteran-owned platform is rooted in grit, integrity, and growth. Expect inspiring interviews and thought-provoking episodes on resilience, mental health, spirituality, and transformation. If you’re ready to embrace your full potential—this space is for you.

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The War Within: Breaking Mental Health Stigma in the Military | Jonathon Schleicher

The Relentless Pursuit Podcast

1 hour 26 minutes 34 seconds

2 months ago

The War Within: Breaking Mental Health Stigma in the Military | Jonathon Schleicher

The War Within — the battle most service members face but rarely talk about.

In this episode of The Relentless Pursuit Podcast, Joe Adams sits down with Jonathon Schleicher — Military Family Readiness Specialist and Captain in the Tennessee National Guard — for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about mental health in the military.

Jonathon shares his journey from aspiring cadet to outspoken mental health advocate, opening up about the stigma that keeps so many soldiers silent. Together, they discuss the devastating impact of suicide in the military community, the importance of breaking down barriers to care, and how leadership and family support can make all the difference.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The realities of military mental health

• Why open conversations save lives

• How stigma prevents soldiers from seeking help

• The devastating cost of silence

• Jonathon’s mission as a mental health advocateThis isn’t just a podcast — it’s a call to action. Let’s break thesilence, shatter the stigma, and support those fighting the war within.

📌 Subscribe for more episodes on mental health, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of purpose.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Silence That Kills

00:03 The Reality of Veteran Suicide

00:21 The Importance of Mental Health

01:19 Introduction to the Podcast

02:04 Meet Jonathon Schleicher

02:48 The Power of Authenticity

03:55 The Role of a Military Family Readiness Specialist

05:50 Personal Struggles and Professional Dedication

13:56 The Journey to Joining the Military

20:11 Overcoming Physical and Mental Challenges

29:58 The Impact of Suicide in the Military

39:43 Supporting Service Members Holistically

45:57 Understanding Your Team Beyond Skills

46:30 Financial Advice and Personal Struggles

48:19 Addressing Stigma and Mental Health

49:57 Suicide Prevention Training

51:55 Generational and Cultural Shifts

01:14:35 Personal Growth and Communication

01:24:32 Final Thoughts and Relentless Pursuit

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