# 063 | Military Sexual Trauma: Sarah's Story of Survival

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Podcast: [The Veritable Veteran Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-veritable-veteran-podcast-6383214)
Published: 2026-03-05T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://theveritableveteranpodcast.com/episode/military-sexual-trauma-sarahs-story-of-survival
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## Resource

In this episode of the Veritable Veteran Podcast, Sarah DuFour shares her powerful story as a survivor of military sexual trauma (MST). She discusses her journey from a small town in Wisconsin to joining the Army, her experiences in basic training, and the challenges she faced during her military service. Sarah reflects on the impact of 9/11, her transition to civilian life, and the health issues she encountered, including the need for a pacemaker. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of resilience, healing, and the need to address MST within the military community. In this conversation, Sarah DuFour shares her experiences with health challenges, trauma, and the healing process as a veteran. She discusses the impact of military life on mental health, particularly focusing on military sexual trauma (MST) and the importance of seeking help. The dialogue emphasizes the complexities of healing, the significance of finding the right therapist, and the ongoing journey of coping with trauma.

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