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Overcoming obstacles: A first sergeant’s struggle to seek help

Senior Master Sgt. Michael Tesoriero, 459th Air Refueling Wing Traditional Reservist, poses for a photo Jan 30, 2020, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Tesoriero recently shared a story of how he overcame his extreme battle with depression and how he finally sought help. He is now on a better path and is hoping to help Airmen overcome their battles as well. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado
VIRIN: 200129-F-QU482-001.JPG
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NIKON D850

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24.0-85.0 mm f/2.8-4.0

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45/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

64

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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