Military Resilience

Drawing from over two decades of service in the British Army, including five tours in Afghanistan and deployments in Bosnia and Sierra Leone, Captain Kailash Limbu shares the core principles that have shaped his journey as a soldier and a man. Through the metaphor of the khukuri, a symbolic and essential tool for every Gurkha, he illustrates how mindset and behaviour are crucial to overcoming challenges, achieving success and leading with honour.

Zero Point Four is a groundbreaking book written by six world-leading maritime, ocean, and security experts, and spearheaded by retired U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral James Watson. This audiobook explores how the U.S. - a maritime nation - finds itself on a dangerous precipice today. After World War II over half the world’s ocean-going commercial ships flew the U.S. flag. Today, it is less than 0.4%. This meticulously researched work scrutinizes the U.S. maritime industry’s significance to America through five ‘Principles’: National, Economic, Energy and Food, Climate, and Workforce Security.

"Backpack to Rucksack - Insight into Leadership and Resilience by Military Experts" is a powerful book that offers practical and actionable guidance on leadership and resilience from the perspective of military experts. Drawing on his extensive knowledge and experiences, the author provides valuable insights and relatable anecdotes that make the concepts accessible and applicable to a wide range of listeners.

In a world full of challenges and adversities, mental toughness is the key to overcoming obstacles, pushing past limits, and achieving extraordinary success. Unbreakable Resolve is an enlightening and empowering guide that explores the depths of mental toughness and provides practical strategies to develop and enhance this invaluable trait. This book takes readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth. Through real-life examples, scientific research, and insightful anecdotes, it unveils the secrets behind the mental fortitude displayed by exceptional individuals in ...

Immerse yourself in the riveting world of the new eBook, "Beyond the Stars". This compelling exploration fascinates, submerges you deep into the extraordinary realm of extraterrestrial existence and drives home the power of human resilience and courage. This is an essential read for anyone yearning for a thrilling dive into the uncharted territories of space and our ability to withstand and adapt during times of adversity. In "Beyond the Stars", the journey starts by painting a vivid hypothetical scenario of an alien invasion and leaves no stone unturned by exploring the ways in which ...

“Discovering Happiness Again” by Edward Zajac offers an in-depth exploration of the spiritual and Christian practices that unlock true, deep-seated joy in your life. Zajac illustrates these life-changing truths through the captivating emotional life-and-death journey of his mother, Maria Zajac, a Holocaust survivor who discovered how to have enduring happiness and an intimate relationship with God during her four years of imprisonment in a German Nazi Camp during World War 2.

Embark on a transformative journey with About Face, a groundbreaking exploration into the untapped potential of mindfulness for military veterans. This compelling guide goes beyond the battlefield, offering a profound understanding of how mindfulness can be a powerful catalyst for healing, resilience, and post-traumatic growth. In the gripping pages of this book, veterans and those connected to the military community will find solace, inspiration, and practical insights. From unraveling the struggles post-service to unearthing the ancient wisdom of mindfulness, each chapter reveals a new ...

In his debut audiobook, Lessons from the Edge, Aldo will inspire listeners with his jaw-dropping stories and show them how to survive and thrive through sheer strength of mind and sharp decision-making. It will reveal how this tough military man was able to cope with suddenly feeling worthless, how he overcame doors literally slamming in his face, how he came to realise that you can't wait for things to happen and instead how he rediscovered his identity and harnessed his emotions to his advantage to find determination, purpose and a renewed sense of belonging.

Young Sue Gurwell had always known that her father had been a paratrooper. And then there was the special poem in his roll-top desk she sometimes snuck a peek at, written by a member of Dad's regiment. This poem was a premonition of the sergeant's death. "Yes," her dad told her, "He was right—he died on D-Day." But it's not until 2016, after her parents had both passed away, that Susan Gurwell Talley and her husband Jack L. Talley begin to understand the true extent and significance of the wartime artifacts that had been staples of Sue's childhood.

Discover the insightful yet practical guide that every military household needs - "Military Family Matters". This comprehensive guide traverses you through the unique lifestyle of the military, highlighting the numerous rewards and inevitable challenges embarked on by military families and how the experiences contribute towards personal growth and resilience-building. Individual chapters of the guide explore significant aspects of military life in great depth. Learn the art of deployment preparation, the essential role of effective communication strategies and ways to maintain familial ...

A powerful novel about life, death, and reaching beyond memories to find healing. "The Secretary of the Air Force has asked me to express his deep regret that your husband, Major Walter Pritchard, was killed in action in Afghanistan on October 7. He and several of his men were involved in a firefight in a small village near Kandahar. Major Pritchard was killed by enemy fire. The Secretary extends his deepest sympathy to you and your family in your tragic loss." With those words, 15-year-old Leah Pritchard's world would never be the same. As she and her family start the process of saying ...

Crises Happen... Will You Be Ready? Crises affect people on many different levels, including psychological well-being. The 2004/2009 tsunamis, hurricanes Rita and Katrina, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are among events continuing to affect millions of lives daily. Potential events like Avian and Swine Flu pandemics, global warming/climate change and threats of spreading unrest in the Middle East are concerns weighing heavily on all. Planning and coordination are important components of responses to crises, disasters, and critical incidents. Resilience, recovery from crises, community ...

Né en 1921, Léo Major grandit à Montréal durant la Grande Dépression. Aîné d’une famille nombreuse, il développe une relation conflictuelle avec son père et quitte la maison à 14 ans. Son père lui dit qu’il ne fera jamais rien de bon dans la vie: Léo va lui prouver le contraire. En 1940, il s’enrôle dans le Régiment de la Chaudière. Après un entraînement long et exigeant, il participe au débarquement de Normandie. Dès son arrivée en sol français, il multiplie les actions d’éclat.

The Invasion of Okinawa was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theatre, and Roy Wilkes, USMC, was unfortunate enough to have a front-row seat. True, gripping stories of being a scared 17-year-old Combat Marine trying to stay alive behind enemy lines. He witnessed 23 of his friends die in a bombing. True, gripping stories and pictures reveal the mind, heart, and soul of a fighting WWII Marine. This fascinating book is also a perfect history lesson for war buffs and students since it covers all aspects of the Battle of Okinawa: Mental, emotional, historical, and personal.

Echoes of Valor A gripping historical military thriller inspired by true events. In the final months of World War II, the fate of the Italian campaign rests on an impossible mission: the daring assault on Riva Ridge. Captain James Tanner and the elite soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division face an unforgiving climb through icy terrain, brutal German defenses, and their own inner demons. Every decision Tanner makes carries the weight of his men’s lives—and the future of the war effort. With courage forged in the crucible of battle, Tanner’s team must overcome overwhelming odds to seize...

Journey back in time and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the unsung heroes who defined a nation. "American Civil War Heroes" unveils a gripping narrative filled with the extraordinary tales of bravery, sacrifice, and resilience that history often overlooks.

Unlike most history audiobooks, this one doesn't stop at describing how a particular hero made their contribution to a prominent wartime event. Each chapter highlights one World War I actor, including their personal and professional traits

Echoes of the American War in Afghanistan transports readers into a world shaped by the intense human stories behind a 20-year conflict. This powerful novel follows Mariam and Tariq, two young Afghans whose paths cross amid war and whose lives are forever bound by courage and resilience. As the country endures political upheaval and relentless violence, they navigate a world torn apart, confronting loss and finding strength in places they least expect. Mariam, uprooted from Kabul, faces the challenge of adapting to life as a refugee in the United States, torn between her love for her ...

Serving to Lead, is a brilliant "oeuvre" and provides leadership lessons relevant for every profession. It delivers a compelling personal narrative underpinned by tales of tenacity during adversity and resilience garnered from the battlefield, his time playing professional football, and the corporate world.

About Face is a memoir about my humble beginnings, serving in the Army and Army National Guard for 36 Years. The memoir is about life, being resilient, and success. I hope this memoir inspires, empowers and encourages people of all walks of life to serve.