May 7, 2024

Episode 1: Soldier’s Heart (Part A)

Season 1

Welcome to The Wounds That Do Not Heal. I’m your host, Tressa Brady, and in this deeply personal podcast, I will share my firsthand experience with partner abuse in military families and shed light on a topic often shrouded in silence. Through candid interviews with experts and survivors, we’ll dive into the intricate dynamics and systemic challenges faced by military households. Together, we will confront the harsh realities of domestic violence within this community, aiming to dismantle stigmas and foster a vital conversation that transcends the surface.

In this inaugural episode, I lay bare the emotional scars of my own journey, offering a glimpse into the unseen wounds of war and the enduring impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on soldiers’ lives after deployment. Listen in to learn about the complexities of seeking help within the military structure and the barriers that prevent many from accessing vital resources. Through honest storytelling and insightful discussions, I aim to provide support, guidance, and empowerment to those navigating the painful realities of domestic violence in military homes.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why you don’t hear about partner abuse in military homes.
  • What you may not know about marrying into the military.
  • What PTSD is and how this relates to soldiers’ lives after war.
  • How disasters and trauma can unite people.
  • Why PTSD goes undiagnosed so often.
  • What is put in place to help the soldiers and their families upon their return home.
  • Why soldiers are rarely disciplined for partner abuse.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

  • “They say all wounds heal in time, but it isn’t true. There are some wounds that a lifetime of waiting couldn’t heal. … I’m talking about the wounds that you can’t see—specifically the invisible wounds of war.” - Tressa Brady
  • “You can’t put a Band-Aid on your emotional trauma.” - Tressa Brady
  • “Yes there are many programs in the military for PTSD and to help with partner abuse, but until soldiers can freely get that help without mental health labels or repercussions to their career, a very small portion of those people will raise their hands for help.” - Tressa Brady

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