More veterans died from suicide in a ten-year period than during the
entirety of the Vietnam War
There is a very large problem in our veteran community. Every day, 640
veterans attempt suicide, 22 veterans die, and over 5,500 are thinking
about committing suicide. Approximately 48% of all military members
struggle after transitioning from military service--but these struggles
don't have to be the end of their story. There is a bright and
successful future available for every veteran if we can help them reach
their greatest potential.
From Service to Success is a lifeline for veterans who seek to move
past the pain and trauma of service and adapt to a new way of living. A
veteran himself, Bob Taylor shares his experiences and the stories of
others to remind readers that they are not alone. According to Bob, "We
need to find forgiveness for ourselves, find a new purpose, learn new
tools and skills, and press forward so we don't spend the rest of our
lives in the darkness."
In From Service to Success, Bob Taylor explains that while it's very
important for veterans to have the means to support themselves, it is
absolutely critical that they learn ways to become a part of their
community, to forgive themselves, to develop healthy living styles, and
to grab onto the best that life has to offer. The three most important
steps for veterans to take after reading From Service to Success:
