On Vets And Badges Dr. Benjamin Iobst discusses with Robert Asencio his book 'Restoring the Warrior,' a peer support how to guide for veterans and first responders.
Dr. Iobst shares his personal journey from military service to law enforcement and ultimately to becoming an organizational psychologist. The discussion emphasizes the importance of connection, support systems, and preparing for the transition to civilian life, highlighting the need for proactive mental health strategies within these communities.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Restoring the Warrior03:06 - Ben's Journey: From Military to Psychology
09:44 - The Importance of Connection and Support
13:01 - Transitioning from Service: Preparing for Civilian Life
17:18 - Creating Support Systems for Veterans and First Responders
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About Vets And Badges Host:
Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.
Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders.
For more visit:
https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/
Info@VetsAndBadges.com
www.VetsAndBadges.com
VAB - 2025
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