Lest We Forget: An Excerpt An excerpt from 'Lest We Forget: A Ranger Medic's Story': "Should we have a BBQ for the fourth of July this weekend?" Asked Matt. "This is America isn't it?" I respond. It … Continue Reading
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PTSD: Combating Mental Clutter
By: L.K. McBreartyEditor's Note: The issues of suicide and PTSD have been hot subjects on Havok Journal lately and are never far from the minds of many of our readers, particularly those in the … Continue Reading
5 Ways to Heal PTSD and Save Money At The Same Time
I am not a doctor. I am a guy who is looking for an answer. Each of the following has worked for me greatly. Maybe they can work for you. I urge you to do more research, if you’re still skeptical. If … Continue Reading
Learning to Breathe Through the Journey Of Addiction and PTSD
Learning to Breathe Through the Journey Of Addiction and PTSD by Jenny Pacanowski, The War Horse.The first time I snorted heroin felt like the peace of a sunset at dusk, the ending of the day … Continue Reading
Find a Fight You Can Believe In Again
By Joe DeCreeThis was originally published on Lifeafterwar.org and shared on The Havok Journal with permission.Warriorhood — the status of being a warrior. Warrior — a person who is … Continue Reading
The Ranger Way – A “Peer Eval” on Benghazi Survivor Kris Paronto’s Book
It is fitting with the upcoming, week-long celebration at Fort Benning, Georgia known as “Ranger Rendezvous” to highlight a book published in May 2017. The Ranger Way, written by Kris “Tanto” … Continue Reading
7 Things You Need To Know To Succeed As A Veteran
7 Things You Need To Know To Succeed As A Veteran by Marty Skovlund Jr.For those who have served, it’s always a bit (or a lot) of an adjustment when you take the uniform off for the last time. … Continue Reading
Ukrainian Journalist “Murder For Hire” Sting: Can Only Sean Connery “Only Live Twice?”
Ukrainian Journalist "Murder For Hire" Sting: Can Only Sean Connery "Only Live Twice?" By Marlon Muir "M: Sit down, 007. James: Thank you, sir. M: No ill effects? James: None at all, … Continue Reading
Mending The Warfighter Community: A Return To The “Centric Force”
Mending The Warfighter Community: A Return To The "Centric Force" by Boone CutlerI don't think we see ourselves as victims ever but we get labeled as "damaged" so we are constantly fighting … Continue Reading
Spotlight: A Contrarian View towards Israel
Spotlight: A Contrarian View towards Israel by Kerry PattonIf you are an “I Support Israel” type of person, be forewarned—the odds are, you will hate this article. This is not some anti-Semitic … Continue Reading
Battlefield Afghanistan: My Greatest Failure
Battlefield Afghanistan: My Greatest Failure by Kerry PattonA topographical map was displayed with all the Brigade’s outposts and forward operating bases. We gleaned over this map for several … Continue Reading
What is the Real Problem with Gun Violence in America?
What is the Real Problem with Gun Violence in America? by Paul J. O'learyIt is sad, tragic, and all too familiar now. It has become akin to a political battle drill: a sociopathic individual … Continue Reading
Craig “Sawman” Sawyer: A Navy SEAL Looks Back
Craig "Sawman" Sawyer: A Navy SEAL Looks Back by Craig SawyerAs I grow older, my outlook is changing.I’m realizing that showing love and appreciation for the people I care about most is more … Continue Reading
Girls & Beer: A North Korean Army Lieutenant And An American Iraq War Veteran
Girls & Beer: A North Korean Army Lieutenant And An American Iraq War Veteran by Rusty ShawOur trip to North Korea lasted for five days. Until the day before our flight out, my dad had no … Continue Reading