Lesser Known Operators

128 - Justin Pickering, Green Beret, Author: The Deliberate Mindset

Episode Summary

Justin Pickering, a former Green Beret and author of The Deliberate Mindset, talks about trauma, depression, and the mental health effects of combat and service. He also shares the practical mindset habits he uses to manage those challenges.

Episode Notes

Episode Sponsor:

Precision Wellness Group

Featured Resource:

The Deliberate Mindset: A Practical Guide from a Green Beret to Overcome Anxiety, Stop Overthinking, and Build Resilience Through Intentional Action

It’s a conversation about mental resilience and the mental health struggles many veterans face. Justin Pickering, a former Green Beret and author of The Deliberate Mindset, talks about his childhood trauma, deployment stress, and the long-term effects of service. He discusses how mental habits and daily routines can affect depression, anxiety, and suicidal thinking. The episode also covers the importance of talking openly about mental health and recognizing when things are getting worse. Pickering frames these issues through his own experience as a Green Beret with multiple deployments. The focus is on practical mindset work and the need for ongoing support.