Seeking Mental Health and Community Support with Ryan Allman

Seeking Mental Health and Community Support with Ryan Allman

Episode Overview

• Ryan Allman shares his personal experiences and struggles post-military life, emphasizing the changing landscape around mental health and the importance of seeking help.
• He discusses the impact of separation from family during his military career and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life.
• Ryan sheds light on the transformative power of community support and the significance of breaking down the stigma associated with asking for help.
• His journey post-retirement, pursuit of a psychology degree, and transition to a career in community mental health offer valuable insights into the complexities of post-military life.
• He emphasizes the need for understanding and support between veterans and civilians, fostering a spirit of shared humanity and empathy within the veteran community.

“Humanity and other people knowing that there's other good humans out there that are willing to help... there's pros like that, that stigma that we talk about with mental health was broken, you know, the last couple of years that I was in the military. I mean, I'm really happy for that. And then to this day, I continue to have these conversations, you know, throughout the different organizations that I volunteer with, like, Hey, go over here, talk to this person, whether it's mental health, whether it's substance abuse.”