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