Abstract:The ongoing conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only affected those directly involved but also thousands of NATO troops stationed across Europe, who find themselves in a prolonged state of readiness. This paper explores the psychological stresses these service members face, including diminished motivation, potential negative impacts on mental health, and long-term health consequences. Drawing from insights gained in previous conflicts, the importance of primary prevention strategies in safeguarding mental health and resilience among allied forces is emphasized. Individual strategies focus on sleep management and mental skills integration such as psychological grounding, deep breathing, and self-talk. Team strategies emphasize cohesion, emotional contagion management, and the reinforcement of team purpose and values by leaders. Additionally, the paper addresses the management of anger, which can be both adaptive and problematic, by recommending emotion regulation techniques such as emotion labeling and cognitive-behavioral strategies. By implementing these strategies, which align with established models of support during adversity, this paper argues for a deliberate reinforcement of stress-mitigating measures to enhance military readiness and ensure the sustained mental health of service members amidst ongoing global conflicts.