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Nick O'Kelly
Retired US Army Green Beret, Author of 'Stigma'
Nick O’Kelly is a retired U.S. Army Green Beret and Night Stalker helicopter pilot who served in some of the most elite units in Special Operations. Now an author and speaker, he uses his experiences from the battlefield and beyond to dismantle mental health stigma and redefine what strength truly means. His debut book, Stigma, reveals the hidden battles high performers face and the courage it takes to overcome them.
Silence kills. Strength speaks.
STIGMA by Nick O'Kelly
Learn to spot hidden battles in yourself and others, recognize the warning signs early, and avoid the isolation that turns struggle into disasters. Redefine strength and end the silence before more lives are lost.
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Nick O’Kelly is a former U.S. Army Green Beret and Special Operations Black Hawk pilot who served with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR). Today, he is an author, speaker, and advocate dedicated to dismantling mental health stigma among military members, first responders, and athletes. Drawing from years of high-stakes service and personal recovery, Nick combines authentic storytelling with performance insights to help elite performers strengthen resilience, rebuild identity, and find purpose beyond their profession. He is the author of Stigma, a book that redefines what it means to be strong.