S5E14: You Belong with Ruth Anne Kramer

Navigating Military Spouse Life with Anne Kramer In this episode of Ruck Up Buttercup, host Sabrina is joined by guest Anne Kramer, author of 'You Belong,' a book for US military spouses. Anne shares her experiences of serving in the Army, transitioning to life as a military spouse, and her current career as a social worker and therapist for veterans. The discussion covers various challenges military spouses face, including misaligned expectations, self-doubt, and the importance of maintaining individual identity. Anne also emphasizes the significance of using connections, managing disappointments, and recognizing the value military spouses bring to the table. The episode highlights key lessons from Anne's book and underscores its utility as a guide for military spouses navigating their unique journeys. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:36 Anne's Military Background and Transition 01:27 Challenges of Being a Military Spouse 04:08 Finding Purpose and Career Transition 05:44 Exploring Anne's Book: 'You Belong' 08:47 Navigating Military Spouse Expectations 19:46 Dealing with Self-Doubt and Belonging 24:33 Leveraging Military Experience in Civilian Jobs 25:12 Navigating Imposter Syndrome 25:53 The Challenges of Starting a Nonprofit 27:11 The Power of Volunteer Support 27:44 Dealing with Minimization and Insecurity 29:43 The Importance of Connections 34:05 Lessons from a Military Career 36:21 The Reality of Job Hunting for Veterans 39:35 Embracing the Military Community 41:19 Advice for New Military Spouses 43:41 Celebrating Military Spouses 46:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Find Ruth Anne Kramer Here :https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthannekramer/ Find us or reach out here: Website: www.deployedlove.org/podcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/ruckupbuttercup Instagram: www.instagram.com/ruckupbuttercuppodcast Email: [e-mail] This Episode is sponsored by Ruth Anne Kramer the author of You Belong: The Guidebook for the Career-Minded Woman on the Move Ruth Anne openly shares her experiences of being questioned by others, being overlooked because of her differences, and not always being taken seriously as a woman in the workplace. Purchase her book here: https://tactical16.com/product/you-belong-a-guidebook-for-the-career-minded-woman/