Dr. Anna Baranowsky
Dr. Anna Baranowsky
Healing from Wounds No One Sees – From Military to Motorcycles
Healing from Wounds No One Sees – From Military to Motorcycles
Healing from Wounds No One Sees – From Military to Motorcycles
Thursday 6th March 2025
Join Dr. Anna Baranowsky and veteran Kurt Grant as they discuss PTSD, recovery, and the healing power of a cross-country motorcycle trip.
61 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Supportive
Honest
Healing
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Dr. Anna Baranowsky
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Kurt Grant's cross-country motorcycle trip helped him cope with PTSD.
- The importance of peer support and sharing experiences with fellow veterans.
- Writing as a therapeutic tool for processing trauma.
- Challenges of transitioning from military to civilian life.
- Embracing new activities can aid in recovery.
You've got to buy into the process and figure that out. You have to face your demons.
Ever wondered how a motorcycle trip could help heal the mind? In this episode of the Bear Psychology Podcast, Dr. Anna Baranowsky sits down with Kurt Grant, a retired infantry sergeant and author of 'Shiny Side Up: On the Road to Recovery'. Kurt shares his incredible journey of coping with PTSD through a cross-country motorcycle adventure. From military life to civilian struggles, Kurt's story is both inspiring and raw, shedding light on the unseen wounds veterans carry.
He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the stigma around PTSD, and the unconventional methods he used to find peace. Dr. Baranowsky and Kurt delve into the importance of peer support, writing as therapy, and the power of embracing new activities for healing. Whether you're a veteran, know someone who is, or are simply interested in mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt moments.
Ready to hear about a journey that mixes the open road with personal growth? Tune in to discover how Kurt turned his pain into a path of recovery.