Jocko Podcast 381: Fighting The Odds and Trauma, With Kelsi Sheren.
Apr 12, 2023
Kelsi Sheren, a former Canadian Army artillery gunner and founder of Brass & Unity, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming PTSD. She discusses the importance of community support and creative expression in healing from trauma. Kelsi recounts her experiences in combat and highlights the challenges faced by veterans. She emphasizes the power of communication and vulnerability while navigating grief. Her commitment to helping others through their struggles shines as she explores the transformative role of art and community in recovery.
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Pre-Deployment Awareness
- Kelsi's parents didn't fully grasp the gravity of her deployment to Afghanistan, as Canada hadn't widely seen the realities of war.
- Their understanding was limited to incidents like the death of Captain Nichola Goddard.
Minimal Briefing
- Kelsi received minimal briefing before her first mission with the British unit, mainly being told her role was to interact with women and children.
- She wasn't fully aware of the extent to which she would be moved around during the operation.
Managing Trauma Responses
- Jocko emphasizes the importance of acknowledging normal emotional responses to trauma.
- He suggests providing reassurance and validation instead of immediate medical intervention.