You built a version of yourself to survive, but now it’s the very thing keeping you stuck.

All the pain, pride, habits, and armor that once protected you?

It’s outdated.

If you don’t burn that identity, you’ll die defending a life that isn’t even yours anymore.

You don’t need more motivation. You need to tell the truth about who you’ve become, and choose to unbecome it.

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We talk about what happens when you stop pretending you’re fine and finally give yourself permission to feel.

From survivor’s guilt to emotional suppression in leadership roles, this conversation breaks down how veterans carry invisible weight long after the uniform comes off.

The healing doesn’t start with a diagnosis. It starts with honesty. And it’s not about becoming someone new. It’s about unbecoming everything you were forced to be.

Guest Bio:

Chris “Cjayy” Jamero is the creator behind CyberPsych.co, a platform blending gaming, storytelling, and real talk for the veteran community.

An Army veteran turned IT specialist, Cjayy uses his videos to unpack trauma, share hard truths, and connect through honest storytelling.

His content bridges the gap between pop culture and veteran struggles—delivering insight, empathy, and the raw permission many never got:

You’re allowed to feel.

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If you keep playing the role you were handed, you’ll never become who you’re meant to be.

This episode unpacks the truth about identity after service—and why clinging to the old version of you keeps you stuck.

You’re not broken for wanting more.

You’re trapped if you don’t go after it.

Freedom starts when you stop performing and start choosing.

Be who you wanna be.

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