Kaila Fain
Why Veterans Are Dropping the d in PTSD
For years, I’ve listened to veterans talk about PTSD. I’ve heard the stories, the struggles, the victories, and the setbacks.… Read More
How Do I Shut the Intrusive Thoughts Out to Start Healing?
People think healing starts when the pain disappears. It doesn’t. Healing starts the moment you stop letting every intrusive thought… Read More
Let’s Talk About the Elephant in the Room: PTS
Nobody likes talking about it. We’ll slap inspirational quotes on social media. We’ll post reunion videos at airports. We’ll thank… Read More
You Are NOT the Victim
There is a hard truth that doesn’t get talked about enough in the military spouse community. Sometimes, the problem isn’t… Read More
Sometimes, It’s Not Actually About You
Military spouses are strong. We move across the country with little warning. We hold families together during deployments. We learn… Read More
You Fought for Others — Now Fight for Yourself
Advocating for yourself is not something most veterans were trained to do. We were trained to complete the mission. We… Read More
The Loudest Voice in the Room Is Yours
You can survive deployment, cancer, and combat — but still lose to your own thoughts. There is a voice that… Read More
Strength Isn’t a Straight Line
Strength isn’t loud. It’s a thousand quiet choices. When people hear the words military spouse, they often picture strength. But… Read More