CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - s4story -- Dr. Amanda Zeine—pediatrician, retired U.S. Army veteran, award-winning author, and founder of A.L. Zeine Books—joins Dean Van Dyke on From Battle to Business to share her powerful journey.

Amanda is no stranger to service, sacrifice, or starting over. After 15 years as a pediatrician and flight surgeon in the U.S. Army—and a traumatic brain injury that changed everything—Amanda's mission took a creative turn. Now retired and thriving in a new chapter, she's using storytelling to support the most overlooked heroes: military children.

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of From Battle to Business, Amanda shares her journey from the clinic to the creative desk, her passion behind the Cul-de-Sac Kids series, and what military life has taught her about resilience, family, and identity beyond the uniform.

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Key Takeaways:

• What it's like transitioning from Army pediatrician to full-time writer
• How Amanda's brain injury led to unexpected healing through storytelling
• Why military children need more visibility and representation
• The inspiration behind Cul-de-Sac Kids
• Navigating identity as both a military spouse and veteran
• The challenges and opportunities in starting a second career after trauma
• Creative ways to give voice to underserved communities
• Letting humor and honesty guide your healing

Quotes:

"I decided to stop being angry about what I couldn't do and focus on what I could."

"Military kids serve too—they don't get to choose this life."

Resources Mentioned:

• Cul-de-Sac Kids – A chapter book series focused on military children, providing relatable and encouraging stories.
• Hot Mess to Wellness – Amanda's debut book, chronicling her personal transformation after injury and retirement. This book is a how to guide to help women achieve wellness.

Connect with Dr. Amanda Zeine at

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