Practicing the Pillars Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Guy Colburn, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks about owning his narrative and moving his life forward. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Rutherford, honor guard training director, talks about the thoughts and journey of a hurting brother. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Walters, 509th Force Support Squadron honor guard program manager, talks about his story of growing into his resiliency and how you can get through anything if you know who you are. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, 2nd Lt. Wayne Levan speaks about his early career and how an Article 15 could have been the end of it, yet he overcame that challenge to excel and push harder through the hard times and continue on to OTS and beyond. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio.)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, SMSgt. Cordell Roberson of the 509th Medical Group talks about facing diversity challenges within a community he calls home, overcoming those challenges and forging a new path where inclusion is a way of life, not just a goal. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio.)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of Tech Sgt. April Tover discusses her struggles as a religious affairs airman that also identifies as a LGBTQ member. She addresses her resilience in facing the views and opinions of others, the conflicts people believe it has based on her job and her experiences in helping Airmen struggle with their sexuality and owning who they are.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Col. Stephanie Forsythe, 509th Operations Medical Readiness Squadron commander, shares her story of resilience in overcoming a sexual assault that occurred in adolescence and how it eventually led to an attempt of suicide early in her career.(U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Col. Stephanie Forsythe, 509th Operations Medical Readiness Squadron commander, shares her story of resilience in overcoming a sexual assault that occurred in adolescence and how it eventually led to an attempt of suicide early in her career.(U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. (Dr.) Chrystal Henderson, 509th Medical Group commander, discusses her story of perseverance in overcoming several unexpected life events that could have derailed her journey to becoming a doctor. Her fervent discipline and resilience led her to becoming a successful M.D. and commissioned officer of the U.S. Air Force.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Lt. Parker Hammond headed for a senior year at the U.S. Air Force Academy unlike any other, he was in the fight of his life... for his life. He discusses his diagnosis of stage 3 cancer, and his journey to remission while maintaining his academic and military responsibilities in pursuit of commissioning in the U.S. Air Force.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, master resiliency trainer TSgt. Kimberly Desilus, True North embedded mental health provider Nicole Termini and MSgt. Josh White discuss the importance of staying resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic, and ways to utilize the pillars while quarantined.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. Jeffrey Schreiner, 509th Bomb Wing commander, shares his personal experience as a father of special needs child and how he balances family and the Air Force.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Col. Justin Grieve, 509th Operations Group commander, discusses his one of a kind experience about ejecting from a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber in February of 2008. He reflects on the process of going through a USAF Safety Board and Accident Investigation, and talks briefly about his social support network, the importance of physical wellness, and mindfulness when encountering challenging seasons of life.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, SSgt. Holland Turnquist shares her story of repeated childhood and adult trauma. Despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles, she discovered her strength and internal compass resulting in incredible success--personally and professionally.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, 509th Munitions Squadron Embedded Social Worker, Nicole Termini, takes us through her path to healing after her daughter encountered a near drowning 15 years ago. She discusses the traumatic event, how it affected her family and the methods she used to overcome PTSD, which she struggled with from the life-changing event.
Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman Airmen and service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Wounded Warrior and U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Mike Meyer, was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and wrestled with suicidal ideation after returning from multiple deployments. He found strength and recovery through helping agencies and reaching out to other combat veterans through the Wounded Warrior Project.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Spouse, Jenn Staley, talks about being separated from her spouse and processing grief while away from her loved ones.
CAF Lesson: Bring your strengths, physical resiliency.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Gold Star family, Dale and Megan Duncan, discuss life after the loss of their son, Spencer Duncan, and their dream to help veterans heal from PTS.
CAF Lesson: Balance your thinking.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Practicing the Pillars' own Morgan Hildebrand overcoming assault and owning her life narrative.
CAF Lesson: Mindfulness
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Spouse, Jenn Staley, talks about being separated from her spouse and processing grief while away from her loved ones.
CAF Lesson: Bring your strengths, physical resiliency.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Jeff Huffman talks about his journey to becoming the Violence Prevention Integration Lead at Whiteman Air Force Base. CAF Lesson: Reframe, Control how you act.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. Airman 1st Class Vera Schwenk tells her story about growing up in Kyrgyzstan, relocating the the United States and enlisting in the United States Air Force.
CAF Lesson: Values Based Living, Gratitude
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. Airman 1st Class Vera Schwenk tells her story about growing up in Kyrgyzstan, relocating the the United States and enlisting in the United States Air Force.
CAF Lesson: Values Based Living, Gratitude
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Brig Gen Claude K. Tudor Jr. opens up about his life as a battlefield Airman and offers a strategic look at warrior care.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, discusses the meaning of his name and his vision for the future of resiliency in the United States Air Force.
The Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Airmen and Military Members from around Whiteman Air Force Base to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they use the Pillars of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness to overcome obstacles. The Pillars, which include Mental Health, Spiritual Wellness, Physical Fitness, and Healthy Social Networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Chaplain Graham Baily discusses his struggles and road to recovery after a traumatic brain injury. CAF Lesson: Spiritual Resiliency, Meditation, Values Based Living