Which Way Is Your Claymore Facing? An Operational Manual for Veterans Adjusting to Civilian Life by Barry Zworestine

Which Way Is Your Claymore Facing? An Operational Manual for Veterans Adjusting to Civilian Life by Barry Zworestine

During his own time with the Rhodesian military, Barry Zworestine saw and felt firsthand how difficult it can be to leave the soldier's mind-set behind. He dedicated his psychological career to helping others make the transition and now wants to share his findings and techniques with you.

Zworestine shows you how to

• persevere when civilian life becomes overwhelming,
• begin with small changes,
• embrace the uncertainty of your new life,
• identify the psychological techniques and tools that can help you cope,
• refrain from making others carry your emotional burden,
• ask for help when you truly need it,
• tolerate different kinds of emotional discomfort,
• keep moving forward,
• stop letting your impulses get the best of you,
• refrain from blaming yourself or others,
• take the time to enjoy the good moments when they come, and
• approach new or existing relationships with clarity and self-control.

Zworestine keeps his guide practical. He translates important neurological concepts into simple terms. He wants you to understand that you can still embody the qualities of a warrior in your civilian life. You can use the lessons you learned during combat to grow and change. Zworestine helps you leave the soldiering life behind and finally lay your burden do