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Episode 2: Who Are You Without the Uniform?

Taking off the uniform doesn’t just change what you wear—it changes how you see yourself.

In this episode of Terminal Leave Radio, we talk about the identity gap that hits so many service members during and after transition. The silence after structure. The discomfort of not being needed. The question no one prepares you for: Who am I now?

Through honest reflection, personal experience, and real talk about purpose, this episode explores why feeling lost after service isn’t failure—it’s part of the process. We unpack how the military shapes identity, why comparison and pressure make transition harder, and how purpose doesn’t have to be loud, intense, or immediate to be real.

If you’re preparing to transition, recently took the uniform off, or feel knee-deep in the in-between, this conversation is for you.

You’re not behind.
You’re not broken.
You’re not alone.

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🎙️ Terminal Leave Radio — figuring it out together, one conversation at a time.

In this inaugural episode of Terminal Leave Radio, host Aaron Knowles draws from his 20 years of military experience to guide service members through their final year in uniform.

Aaron addresses the critical steps needed to transition smoothly into civilian life, covering essential topics like career preparation, benefits paperwork, and networking strategies.

With a focus on personal empowerment, this episode is a roadmap for those looking to exit the military with clarity, confidence, and a solid plan for the future. Tune in to learn how to take charge of your transition and avoid common pitfalls along the way.