Hope On the Homefront Show
Welcome to the “Hope on the Homefront Show,” where you gain practical strategies, inspiration, and support for facing the challenges of military family life. Your host is Dr. Bev Smallwood, psychologist, internationally-recognized speaker, and the author of “This Wasn’t Supposed to Happen to Me.”
Why This Show Is Important?
The Hope on the Homefront Show is important for military wives and families because it is a valuable resource for inspiration, practical strategies, and support as they face challenges before, during, and after deployment. It’s a place where they can ask questions, receive help from experts, and share ideas with other military family members.
What will audience members take away?
Dr. Bev’s audience members will discover specific action ideas that enable them to stay hopeful, connected, and productive before, during, and after deployment. Examples of show topics are:
- how to manage the “territory issues” when your loved one returns;
- how to avoid depression when you feel overwhelmed with managing alone;
- creative ideas for helping the family stay connected with the deployed family member;
- how to deal a military spouse who “just isn’t the same;”
- how to help children with the transitions related to deployment and return;
- strategies for managing the anxiety of the unknown.