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The Story I Never Expected to Tell - Now That I Finally Know It ... is of Hope and Healing
It took almost a year of writing on Substack, but now I know what story I need to tell first.
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Terry Duke
30-Question Q&A - Tying Things Together
Answering questions for new readers, curious returning readers, and readers impacted by trauma. The road From War to Writing gets a few guideposts.
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Terry Duke
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Prologue: My First Attempt at Solitude
My first attempt at solitude was not at all what I hoped… but it was invaluable. Those few days helped me understand the battle I was fighting, get my…
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Terry Duke
Authenticity as Self Defense
When Authenticity goes too far, it may be a survival response.
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Terry Duke
What would you say... you do here?
Looking back at the roads traveled, lessons learned, and the path ahead in this Substack adventure.
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Terry Duke
Heard Above the Noise: A Story of Courage and Trusting My Instincts
When your gut says something’s wrong, but the chain of command says ‘no.’ A true aviation story. When my voice was unwanted, unappreciated, and…
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Terry Duke
Why write about Empathy? A warrior's attempt to weave a tapestry of healing.
Crafting a header for a tapestry is like pouring a foundation for what comes next. I hope my words bring some perspective or comfort. I am excited to…
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Terry Duke
My Watch Has Ended. Invisible Wounds of Modern Warfare.
Missile Warnings and Potholes. American casualties of the war in Ukraine. PTSD can turn daily life into a minefield.
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Terry Duke
Stoicism and Empathy - from a Recovering Military Mindset
What are Empathy and Stoicism? Can understanding them aid recovery from military service? Can they help with PTSD or other trauma? Where do they belong…
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Terry Duke
A Note, Caution, and Warning for the Easily Distracted, Task Saturated, or Overwhelmed
In our daily lives distraction and task saturation can be frustrating and sometimes overwhelming challenges to overcome. In extreme cases, we can…
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Terry Duke
My USAF Retirement Ceremony
Thanks, Wisdom, Promises
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Terry Duke
what missives lie within?
What will this be?
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Terry Duke
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