In this episode, two military spouses Michelle Bowler and Shannon Leyko, talk about the importance of embracing individual normality and not conforming to societal standards in one's personal journey, especially in the military community.
A crucial topic is discussed where the speaker shares a personal story of experiencing grief and the importance of taking time to heal and grieve.
The conversation then shifts to welcoming the journey of motherhood, adopting, and raising children as a military spouse.
They also touch on topics like relationships, careers, fitness, living as military spouses, and more.
A key theme in this conversation is learning and relearning that normalcy varies for different people and that's okay.
In the end, embracing your individual journey and having control over your life is what truly matters.
Get Shannon's Book Here: https://amzn.to/3Ri0Jwi https://www.theexpertbeginner.com/
Connect with Shannon: https://www.instagram.com/shannonleyko/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome Back to the Waiting Warriors Podcast
00:14 The Journey of Healing and Reconnecting
01:40 Introducing Guest Shannon Leyko
01:49 Shannon's Life as an Author and Mother
02:22 The Unique Story of Shannon's Family
03:31 The Inspiration Behind Shannon's Book
05:02 Shannon's Personal Journey as a Military Spouse and Lessons
06:40 The Impact of Moving to Alaska Because of the Military
12:01 The Importance of Living in the Moment As A Military Spouse
15:02 The Role of Relationships in Military Spouse Life
18:28 Adoption and Cultural Differences
20:17 Embracing Our Weirdness and Building Relationships as a Military Spouse
20:38 The Struggle of Making New Friends as a Military Spouse
21:29 Overcoming the Awkwardness of New Relationships Between Military Spouses
22:22 The Misconception of Being 'Behind' in Life for Military Spouse
22:43 The Power of Realizing 'Normal' Difficulties of Military Spouse Life
23:27 The Importance of Taking Control of Your Military Spouse Life
24:28 The Struggles and Triumphs of Balancing Motherhood and Career
24:37 The Power of Taking Control and Making Friends
25:25 The Importance of Inviting Yourself and Taking Initiative as a Military Spouse
29:29 The Journey of Losing Weight While Balancing Life
32:15 The Struggles and Triumphs of Being a Military Spouse
36:34 The Importance of Creating Your Own Normal as a Military Spouse
37:04 The Importance of Celebrating Everyday Life
38:01 The Power of Gratitude and Celebrating Small Wins
41:00 The Struggles and Triumphs of Being a Military Spouse
Empowering Military Spouses with Financial Education: Comprehensive Guide for Deployments and PCSing
How To Navigate Deployment: A Guide for New Military Spouses
How To Have A Successful Career As A Military Spouse During A Hectic TDY or Deployment
The Honest Reality Of Military Spouse Life
Work / Life Balance As A Military Spouse with Liz Marion
Conquering Reintegration: Expert and Experienced Advice with Corie Weathers
Battling Loss Together: Lessons Learned And Things That Helped After A Stillbirth (part 2 of 2)
Losing James: A Military Couple’s Stillborn Story (part 1 of 2)
How to Navigate the Chaotic Uncertainties of Life as a Military Spouse with Michaela Rosales
Adoption in the Military: Breaking Misconceptions with Rachel
How Military Spouses Can Thrive During Solo Holidays- A Pillar chat with Army Wife Becky Hoy
Should Military Spouses Embrace the Adversity? Compare the Difference Between Clean and Dirty Pain
Learning to Make Friends During Deployment While Feeling Shy or Nervous with Military Spouse Layne
Why It's Important to Break Military Spouse Stereotypes and Build a Community with Brittany Lanza
Forge Your Unique Path: How to Discover Your Role as a Military Spouse
How To Connect with Yourself: The Key to Thriving Military Marriages with Military Spouse Becca Brown
Heartfelt Insights on Navigating Military Life as a New Spouse with Air Force Spouse Sarah
Enhancing Military Spouse Wellbeing: The Vital Role of Support and Community with Paulette Fryar
107 OCONUS Assignments: How To Change Struggles To Growth For Your Military Family with Anna Larson
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