Garret Biss, a retired United States Marine Corps veteran, shares his journey of self-discovery, mental health struggles, and the importance of post-traumatic growth. He emphasizes the need for connection, authenticity, and self-worth in overcoming mental health challenges and finding fulfillment after military service. The conversation delves into the topics of preemptive negative self-talk, replacing negative thoughts, diaphragmatic breath work, making a list of wins and successes, and creating a list of strengths. It also explores the concept of trauma, post-traumatic growth, and the impact of healing on personal growth and relationships.
Short Bio (Abbreviated)
Garret Biss is a retired Marine Corps pilot, TEDx speaker, and recovery advocate specializing in veteran mental health and identity reconstruction. After struggling with anxiety, loss of identity, and alcohol dependence following his transition from the military, Garret rebuilt his life through strengths-based psychology, trauma-informed growth, and purpose-driven work. Today, he equips veterans, clinicians, and organizations with practical tools to cultivate resilience, connection, and long-term recovery.
About Garret
After 16 years of military service and multiple combat deployments, Garret left the Marine Corps expecting clarity and freedom — but instead faced anxiety, depression, and a loss of identity that many men experience after major life transitions. His recovery journey reshaped his understanding of mental health: healing isn’t just about symptom reduction, it’s about restoring self-worth, connection, and meaning.
Garret now develops and delivers veteran-led, strengths-based training programs that work alongside clinical treatment and workforce development systems. His work integrates positive psychology, trauma-informed principles, and post-traumatic growth to help men and veterans move from survival mode to purpose-driven living.
Resources & Links
Personal Website:
CAM Framework™️ (Connection, Authenticity, Meaning):
TEDx Talk – The Unspoken Trauma All Veterans Face:
Free Resource for Listeners – The Warrior Reset:
Programming for Veterans – Valiant Path™️:
Social Media (for episode announcement tagging)
LinkedIn:
https://linkedin.com/in/gbbiss
Facebook:
https://facebook.com/garretBissFan
Twitter/X:
https://twitter.com/garretbiss
YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@thrivingrecovery
Instagram:
