Out of Formation: Marching to a New Beat After Military Life
Leaving the military isn’t just a career change — it’s a life shift. After serving in the United States Air Force, including 17 intense months working Quick Reaction Force in Balad, Iraq, knowing that it was time to stop wasn't easy. Because for me, like many others, separation didn’t just mean leaving the mission. It meant leaving my tribe.
In the military, your tribe isn’t just the people you serve with — it’s the system of support that makes you feel seen, v...
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