89.A mindset shift made all the difference

<p>In this week's podcast episode, I talk to RAAF spouse Nicole about why a mindset shift has totally changed the way she experiences defence life. </p> <p> </p> <p>Nicole and I also talk about;</p> <ul> <li>Meeting her now Husband while he was studying at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA)</li> <li>Realising that the member doesn't just sign up for a job but a lifestyle</li> <li>Moving to Newcastle for her husbands first posting and not being formally recognised as a couple</li> <li>Trying to find housing, work and friends while not yet being entitled to any support</li> <li>Feeling like she didn't fit and questioning whether the defence lifestyle was for her</li> <li>Deciding to go forward with a different mindset to help her see the positives</li> <li>Why having regular check-ins on her mental health is so important </li> <li>What it's like to live on base in Richmond NSW and why it is a tick on her defence bucket list</li> <li>Why signing up for spouse related activities, even if they aren't your thing, can lead to great friendships</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Ready to join the MWL community? Click through the link to get connected xx     <a href= "https://militarywifelife.com.au/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">www.militarywifelife.com.au</a></p> <p> </p>