04 | What It’s Like to Be a Military Spouse


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Feb 28 2025 48 mins  

►Summary

In this episode, Dakshini and Olivia discuss Olivia’s unique experiences as a military spouse. She shares the challenges and opportunities that come with military life, the impact of moving, and the importance of community. Olivia shares her insights on navigating family dynamics and the emotional aspects of being away from loved ones, while also highlighting the growth and learning that can arise from these experiences. Olivia also highlights coping strategies for dealing with long distance and extended periods of separation from your spouse, maintaining a sense of identity beyond military life, and the significance of adaptability in both personal and relational contexts.


►Chapters

02:22 Olivia's Journey into Military Life

09:14 Understanding the Military Experience

11:44 Navigating Change and Adaptability

15:41 Long-Distance Relationships, Moving, Building a New Life

21:00 Pros and Cons of Military Life

25:23 Family Dynamics and Balancing Relationships

29:45 Prioritizing Your Relationship in the Military

35:28 Hobbies and Staying Busy During Deployments

39:11 Communicating During Deployments and Long-Distance

43:43 Balancing Military Life and Regular Life


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