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hidden pcs costs moving truck army loading boxes into the truck for transport to the next duty station during a Permanent Change of Station on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 18, 2025. The Department of Defense established the Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force to improve the moving experience for military members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Henry)

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The hidden PCS costs no one tells you about and 3 things you can do about them

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The hidden costs of service and why military families are always starting over

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jason Repass, 81st Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle operations control center supervisor, takes his son, Colton, on a bus tour during the 81st LRS Bring Your Child to Work Day event at the ground transportation yard at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, April 26, 2018. The event allowed children the opportunity to experience what their parents do at work by touring facilities while receiving hands-on experiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)

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5 tips for focusing on the present during military life

A woman speaks to a therapist. Photo via Canva.

MilSpouse Mental Health

The importance of milspouses knowing who to ask and understanding what you need

NAVSUP FLC Yokosuka (FLCY) Command Master Chief Todd Wende (middle) departs as the sideboys salulte him for the final time.

Why you should start planning for your military retirement early

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a significant or extreme emotional or psychological response to a shocking or dangerous or traumatic event. PTSD Awareness Month is observed during June to help spread the word that currently in the United States, approximately 12 million people (about six of every 100) live with PTSD, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

MilSpouse Mental Health

The complexity of being a family affected by PTSD

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Robin Stilwell, director of the joint staff (left), awards Clare Bulwinkle (center), the Shield of Sparta and a certificate of aprecation, Aug. 9, 2024 in Columbia, South Carolina. The Shield of Sparta is to those who contributed significantly to the infantry and is a token of appreciation for the sacrifice and commitment demanded of the spouses and supporters of infantrymen and other soldiers. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Tim Andrews)

3 things I wish someone told me before my spouse retired from the military

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Tackling the top 3 at retirement: Family, career and finances