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Get Help Balancing Your Military and Civilian Jobs
April 11, 2024, 12:41 a.m. 2 minute read
Civilian job security shouldn’t be something National Guard members should have to worry about. Get vital information on how to handle both your civilian career and National Guard career.
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Physical Wellness
April 10, 2024, 12:03 a.m. 5 minute read
Service members in the National Guard need to maintain a level of optimal physical performance, but that’s not the only reason to be physically fit.
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National Guard Kids are Heroes, Too
March 27, 2024, 12:02 a.m. 3 minute read
National Guard kids deserve as much care and support as service members do. Military children face unique challenges from other children.
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When A Son or Daughter Deploys
March 21, 2024, 12:27 a.m. 4 minute read
Parents can experience a wide range of emotions regarding their son or daughter’s service in the National Guard, from pride in their accomplishments to fear for their safety.
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Emotional Wellness
March 20, 2024, 12:11 a.m. 5 minute read
Emotional wellness is vital to your overall health. Learn to recognize and take control of negative emotional reactions.
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The Pillars of Wellness
March 19, 2024, 12:58 a.m. 3 minute read
Understanding the five areas of resilience can help you achieve resiliency and successfully meet the challenges that many military members experience.
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National Guard Families and Friends
March 15, 2024, 12:52 a.m. 2 minute read
Being there for the ones you care about can make a difference in the life of a service member or family member. Learn how to support soldiers, airmen and each other.
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Spiritual Wellness: The Importance of Hope, Connection and Purpose
March 15, 2024, 12:04 a.m. 5 minute read
Spirituality is expressed in many forms, whether tied to a religion, a moral philosophy or an inherent sense of connectedness with something greater than oneself.
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Monitor Your Financial Health
March 13, 2024, 7:00 a.m. 5 minute read
Applying for a loan is often the first step for home, car or education financing. Despite a steady income and good payment history, having too much debt may lead to application rejection.
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Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders
March 12, 2024, 12:43 a.m. 3 minute read
Learn about opportunities and support Family Programs provide for National Guard kids. The services offer a variety of child and youth programs in structured developmental settings.
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Predatory Lending Warning Signs
March 12, 2024, 12:43 a.m. 2 minute read
Payday lending involves using specific collateral for a short-term loan, with qualification requiring only a personal ID, a checking account and income from a job or government benefits.
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Readiness is Within Your Reach
Feb. 29, 2024, 12:45 a.m. 4 minute read
Family Readiness is a critical issue for the Defense Department. Quality of life and family matters are priority issues for the secretary and the services.
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About the Financial Management Awareness Program
Feb. 21, 2024, 6:00 a.m. 3 minute read
The following law, 10 USC 992, mandates a consumer education program for members of the military that informs them of the financial services available under law.
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Spouses and Partners: Loving Someone in the Military
Feb. 2, 2024, 8:20 a.m. 4 minute read
National Guard spouses and partners are crucial to their service member’s well-being, handling household responsibilities and offering emotional support.
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Family Wellness: Strengthen Your Family Ties
Feb. 1, 2024, 3:00 p.m. 4 minute read
A united family helps service members thrive, and in turn, families cope better when their service member is active in helping the family stay strong in the face of unique challenges.