Sheridan Taylor, a Canadian Army combat veteran, former corrections officer, and suicide survivor, shares his raw and powerful story of survival, loss, and recovery. Sheridan reflects on the lessons learned from his military career, the struggles of transitioning to civilian life, and the emotional toll of losing his wife. He discusses how therapy and self-awareness helped him rebuild his life and how his book, Not Okay Okay A Roadmap Back from the Brink, serves as a guide for others navigating trauma and mental health challenges. Sheridan emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength in community.

00:00:00 - Introduction to Sheridan Taylor’s military and personal journey00:06:30 - Transitioning out of the military and dealing with loss00:15:00 - The emotional toll of grief and trauma00:25:45 - Overcoming societal stigmas around mental health00:40:00 - The pivotal moment of asking for help00:55:20 - Lessons learned from therapy and rebuilding life01:06:00 - Insights from Not Okay Okay A Roadmap Back from the Brink

Links & Resources* Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 * Follow Sheridan Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridantaylorauthor * Follow Sheridan Taylor on Twitter/X: https://x.com/sheridanftaylor * Follow Sheridan Taylor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheridan-taylor-7759b282/

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