Rowing Through PTSD: A Veteran’s Journey to Healing

Rowing Through PTSD: A Veteran’s Journey to Healing

From Speak Up For Your Health by Archelle Georgiou, MD

November 11, 2025 · 28 min

About this episode

Bryan Fuller shares his journey of healing from PTSD through rowing and community support.

After serving as a counter-intelligence agent in Bosnia, veteran Bryan Fuller returned home with invisible wounds—PTSD that upended his life. Then, he discovered rowing. In this episode, Bryan shares how the rhythm of rowing—and rowing across the Atlantic—helped him heal, find purpose, and give back to fellow veterans. Key Takeaways PTSD doesn't only affect people on the battlefield. Trauma can come from many places including the slow buildup of chronic stress. Recognize when you're not okay. It can be hard to see your own pain, especially when you've been living with it for a long time. Often, the bravest (and hardest) step toward healing is acknowledging that something isn't right and that you need help. Find purpose and celebrate progress. Purpose gives meaning to pain and acknowledging small victories along the way builds confidence, hope, and resilience. Build community. Healing often happens when you're surrounded by people who understand what you've been through. Find and cherish your mentors. People who believe in you can reignite your self-belief. Forgive yourself. It's one of the hardest and most healing things you can do. London Calling Row: This is where you can…

People in this episode

Host: Archelle Georgiou

Guest: Bryan Fuller

Topics covered

  • PTSD
  • veteran support
  • rowing
  • healing
  • community
  • mental health

Keywords

  • PTSD
  • veteran
  • rowing
  • healing
  • mental health
  • community
  • purpose

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: London Calling Row, ArcHealth, Instagram, Facebook

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