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Brandon Held - Life is Crazy
One man's life, journey and point of view. Listen to my life's journey. Maybe you find it entertaining, maybe it resonates with you, maybe you feel like you can learn from it. Either way, I hope anyone can listen and find a place to share life stories and experiences. Allow everyone to learn from each other to reinforce our place in this world. To grow and be better people and help build a better more understanding society.
This podcast discusses sex, has adult language and adult themes. This is intended for 17 and over. If you are under 17, you should receive your parents permission before listening to this podcast.
Brandon Held - Life is Crazy
Episode 13: The Toxic Army Experience: Navigating Leadership, Love, and Mental Health Challenges
Brandon reflects on his challenging transition from Air Force, to civilian life and then to Army service, revealing how toxic leadership and workplace politics severely impacted his military experience and mental health.
Please start with Episode 1. Go to my site BrandonHeld.com
• Joining the Army as a food inspector to challenge himself and pursue an MBA
• Dealing with oppressive leadership from Sergeant First Class and Sergeant "leadership" who created unnecessary hardship in a non-combat role
• Experiencing improvement when toxic leaders left and Brandon became the NCOIC, allowing him to implement positive changes
• Facing unjust punishment after a personal relationship with another sergeant went wrong
• Seeking psychiatric help for the second time during military service due to overwhelming stress
• Meeting his future third wife, who remained supportive through his mental health struggles
• Finding clarity about what truly matters in relationships and leadership
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