Thriving Beyond MST
Thriving Beyond MST is more than a podcast—it’s a movement.
Our Mission: Driving Change, Empowering Survivors, and Holding Systems Accountable.
Our Vision: A Future Where MST is the Exception, Not the Norm.
We amplify the voices of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) survivors, shine a light on systemic gaps, and push for real, lasting change. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and survivor stories, we break the silence, challenge the status quo, and build a future where justice is the expectation—not the exception.
We see you. We honor you. And we will not stop fighting until there are no more stories like yours.
Join us as we advocate to hold institutions accountable, push for reform, and create a survivor-led community.
🎙️ Subscribe now and be part of the change.
Podcast Website: www.thrivingbeyondmst.buzzsprout.com
Linktree to all podcast and social media platforms: https://linktr.ee/thrivingbeyondmst_podcast
Email: thrivingbeyondMST@gmail.com
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
***If you are experiencing an emergency, please call. 911**
- VETERANS CRISIS LINE 24/7, Dial 988, then #1 or Text 838255
- Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855- VA-WOMEN
- Caregiver Support 1-855-260-3274
Additional Resources
1. Make the Connection (www.maketheconnection.net/conditions/ military-sexual-trauma): Make the Connection is a compilation of videos of veterans sharing their experiences with military sexual trauma.
2. BeyondMST(App)(BeyondMST|VAMobile): BeyondMSTwas designed to help people heal from sexual assault or harassment during military service.
3. Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN) (www.servicewomensactionnetwork.org): SWAN is the voice of women who have served or are currently serving in the military.
4. Protect Our Defenders (www.protectourdefenders.com): Protect Our Defenders (POD) Legal Services Program is the only program in the country providing free legal services specifically for survivors of military sexual assault and sexual harassment.
5. Combat Sexual Assault (www.combatsexualassault.org/aboutus): Our mission is to empower survivors of sexual violence by helping them find their voice and overcome barriers to obtaining justice, all while disrupting the cultural stigma surrounding the disclosures of these crimes.
6. National Veterans Legal Services Program (www.nvlsp.org): Our goal is to ensure that every MST survivor who qualifies for disability benefits receives the benefits they deserve.
7. Male Survivor (www.malesurvivor.org): A 501(c)(3), non-profit, public benefit organization committed to preventing, healing, and eliminating all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men.
8. Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (www.rainn.org): RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.
9. Help for homeless veterans 1-877-4AID-VET
Thriving Beyond MST
Episode 7: From Awareness to Action: Rewiring Fear Through Self-Accountability
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⚠️ Gentle Note for Listeners
This episode includes discussion of Military Sexual Trauma (MST), sexual assault, PTSD symptoms, therapy, and trauma-related beliefs.
While this conversation focuses on healing, growth, and practical tools, some topics may feel activating for certain listeners. Please listen at your own pace, take breaks if needed, and return when it feels supportive.
Your well-being comes first.
In Episode 6, I shared how fear quietly shaped some of the biggest decisions in my life—and how I didn't fully recognize its influence until much later.
But awareness is only the beginning.
In this follow-up episode, I take you behind the scenes of my current healing journey and share how Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) has helped me better understand the beliefs, patterns, and trauma responses that continued to influence my decisions long after the danger had passed.
Together, we'll explore:
🔹 Why awareness alone doesn't create change
🔹 How trauma-related "stuck points" can quietly shape our lives
🔹 The difference between thoughts and facts
🔹 Why learning to pause can be one of the most powerful tools in healing
🔹 How to practice self-accountability without turning yourself into the problem
🔹 What I'm still struggling with—and what continues to help
This is not a conversation from the perspective of someone who has everything figured out.
It's an honest look at what healing can look like in real time from someone who is still doing the work.
If you've ever wondered why certain patterns keep showing up, why fear can feel so convincing, or how to begin making decisions from awareness instead of urgency, this episode is for you.
📢 Upcoming TAASA Webinar Series
I'm honored to be partnering with the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA) for a two-part webinar series focused on Military Sexual Trauma, healing, advocacy, and survivor-centered conversations.
🗓️ June 17, 2026
🗓️ June 24, 2026
Registration details will be announced soon. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @ThrivingBeyondMST for updates.
🎧 Listen. Reflect. Heal. Thrive.
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