Unique Struggles of the Unmarried Milso
Read some responses from other unmarried military significant others about the unique struggles that this life can bring.
Read some responses from other unmarried military significant others about the unique struggles that this life can bring.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, employee, nurse, friend…it’s nearly impossible to not have your own identity. You are much more than just a milso.
Feeling lonely over holidays is hard. It sucks. No matter the traditions, know that I’m here to support you and help you find some joy!
Being a military spouse/significant other does NOT mean you have to live on base. It also does NOT mean you have to ONLY have military friends.
Trust me, I KNOW what you’re feeling. I used to be incredibly shy around new people, and I still am sometimes. You want someone to talk to, to rant to, to go have lunch with. That is perfectly NORMAL. It is also normal to be shy.
For so long, I have detested the phrase “self care”. It is so often associated with bubble baths and candles, and while I love those things, what really helps me is taking care of my mind. I have learned that when I am running on empty, I can’t fill anyone else up. There is literally …
Your well-being and mental health is, and will always be, important. As a military dependent, you face hardships and struggles unique to the lifestyle, and finding resources on your own can seem overwhelming. That is why I have complied this list! Here you will find crisis hotlines, apps, websites, and other resources available to you …
The one consistent aspect of military life is inconsistency. That is just a straight fact. Plans can change at any given time, and life can feel like it gets turned around on its head just as often. Knowing this, the most important lesson I have learned (so far) as a military spouse is to LET …
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