Many servicemen and women are all too familiar with the difficulties of returning to civilian life when not on duty, and Heather Jackson is no stranger to this either. Thankfully with warm weather on the horizon here in the Northeast, she agrees that there are some simple ways to decompress and enjoy the most out of the summer months.
Spending time in nature with family, friends and loved ones is a great way to connect with your surroundings and foster deeper connections with those you care about. Visit a local park, go hiking, or spend some time kayaking to make the most of nature in all her glory.
Summer nights are a cliche for a reason—they seem to spark a longing curiosity to be more adventurous and free in our spare time. So, why not take the time to explore a new hobby or activity? Drive-ins are a perfect socially-distanced activity, or perhaps pick up that old guitar that’s been lying around gathering dust.
No matter if you’re on base or not, there are ways to connect back with civilian life in more ways than one. Discover the things you used to enjoy or branch out and try something completely new, like boosting your professional skillset! In the summertime, you have endless possibilities for exciting new adventures.