What Happens When a 30-Year Military Career Ends?
Автор: The Strategic Veteran
Загружено: 2025-12-29
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In this episode, Russ Torgerson shares what happens when a 31-year Coast Guard career ends and identity disappears overnight. From rescue swimmer missions to aviation leadership, this is a raw conversation about PTSD, purpose, and rebuilding life after military service.
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Timestamps
00:00 – Becoming one of the first Coast Guard rescue swimmers
06:40 – The reality of search and rescue trauma
18:15 – Transitioning from swimmer to pilot
31:10 – Retirement and losing identity after 31 years
44:30 – Depression, alcohol, and isolation
57:20 – Why jiu-jitsu and tribe saved his life
1:12:40 – Advice for veterans approaching transition
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About the Guest
Russ Torgerson is a retired Coast Guard commander, rescue swimmer (RS-68), and pilot with over three decades of service. His experience spans search and rescue, aviation, leadership, and post-service reinvention. Today, Russ mentors veterans and speaks openly about identity loss, PTSD, and rebuilding purpose.
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Resources & Links
• Follow Russ on Instagram: / russtorg
• Listen to The Strategic Veteran Podcast:
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3U8FOup...
• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
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