Army Special Forces veteran Eric Burleson explores the challenges new veterans face after leaving the military and offers science-backed tools to help them manage the transition.

Moving from being in the military to civilian life can be incredibly challenging, but there are ways to make the transition easier.

Eric Burleson offers expert guidance in his 2019 book, Separating From Service: The Mental Health Handbook for Transitioning Veterans.

With Burleson's advice, veterans learn the importance of building emotional intelligence, investing in relationships, and most importantly, being patient with themselves.

Burleson is an Army Special Forces veteran who struggled through his own transition and now helps other veterans thrive in civilian life. Along with his book, Burleson offers a comprehensive course on transitioning from the military.