In this episode of the Emissary Authors Podcast, hosts Paul Edwards and Jason Todd are joined by Brian Ahern, who discusses his new book 'His Story, My Story, Our Story.' Ahern's book delves into his personal experiences growing up as the son of a United States Marine Corps member, highlighting the discipline and challenges within military families, and his journey towards understanding and forgiveness following his father’s death. Through candid conversations, he explores the intricacies of father-son relationships, especially within the military context, and the importance of confronting and healing from past traumas to improve familial bonds and personal growth. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of Ahern's insights for veterans, particularly those struggling with PTSD, and the potential for his book to facilitate reconciliation and understanding within families affected by military service.
00:00 Welcome to the Emissary Authors Podcast
00:39 Introducing Brian Ahern and His New Book
01:33 The Impact of a Military Upbringing
04:13 Confronting Family Dynamics and Healing
10:33 Understanding and Breaking Family Patterns
13:52 The Writing Process and Reflecting on the Past
18:25 Reactions to the Book and Personal Growth
24:24 Navigating Family Dynamics and Social Media Challenges
25:06 Personal Stories of Military Families and Childhood Struggles
27:14 The Power of Apology and Forgiveness in Family Relationships
30:02 Target Audience and Outreach for a Personal Story
34:29 The Impact of Positive Direction and Providential Circumstances
42:23 Reflections on Legacy, Change, and Hope
46:30 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for Personal Reconciliation
Learn more about The Hope of War at https://thehopeofwar.com
Learn more about Emissary workshops and seminars at https://publishwithemissary.com/workshops
In this episode of the Emissary Authors Podcast, hosts Paul Edwards and Jason Todd are joined by Brian Ahern, who discusses his new book 'His Story, My Story, Our Story.' Ahern's book delves into his personal experiences growing up as the son of a United States Marine Corps member, highlighting the discipline and challenges within military families, and his journey towards understanding and forgiveness following his father’s death. Through candid conversations, he explores the intricacies of father-son relationships, especially within the military context, and the importance of confronting and healing from past traumas to improve familial bonds and personal growth. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of Ahern's insights for veterans, particularly those struggling with PTSD, and the potential for his book to facilitate reconciliation and understanding within families affected by military service.
00:00 Welcome to the Emissary Authors Podcast
00:39 Introducing Brian Ahern and His New Book
01:33 The Impact of a Military Upbringing
04:13 Confronting Family Dynamics and Healing
10:33 Understanding and Breaking Family Patterns
13:52 The Writing Process and Reflecting on the Past
18:25 Reactions to the Book and Personal Growth
24:24 Navigating Family Dynamics and Social Media Challenges
25:06 Personal Stories of Military Families and Childhood Struggles
27:14 The Power of Apology and Forgiveness in Family Relationships
30:02 Target Audience and Outreach for a Personal Story
34:29 The Impact of Positive Direction and Providential Circumstances
42:23 Reflections on Legacy, Change, and Hope
46:30 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for Personal Reconciliation
Learn more about The Hope of War at https://thehopeofwar.com
Learn more about Emissary workshops and seminars at https://publishwithemissary.com/workshops