Listen "Through the Storm: Mental Health, Mission, and Military Life with Stephen Crook"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWhat happens after 20 years in uniform, when the mission ends, but the mental storm continues?In this vulnerable and energizing episode, Stephen Crook, Coast Guard veteran and founder of Through the Storm Apparel, opens up about PTSD, identity, and the quiet battles veterans face long after deployment. From launching a one-for-one apparel brand to personally stepping in to save fellow service members in crisis, Stephen shares what it takes to lead with heart, heal out loud, and balance life after service.In this episode, we explore:What coming home really looks like after deploymentWhy therapy isn’t weakness, it’s wisdomHow breathwork, structure, and fitness became Stephen’s tools for resilienceThe emotional toll of leadership and the healing power of giving backWhat it means to redefine masculinity, vulnerability, and purpose after military lifeWhether you’re a veteran, a parent, a partner, or just someone navigating life’s chaos, this episode will move you.— 🎧 Learn more about Through the Storm Apparel: throughtthestorm.shop 🔗 Connect with Stephen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-crook-75608791/—Support the showHosted by Nick Houpt: linkedin.com/in/nicolas-houpt-b21b9b45/ | Executive Produced by Steven Baxendale: linkedin.com/in/steven-r-baxendale/ — Want to get in touch or share your thoughts? Email us at: [email protected]