“I didn’t want a new chapter. I wanted a completely different book.” After 20 years in the Marine Corps — including deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Inherent Resolve — Becca retired expecting clarity and calm. - Instead, she found loneliness. - In this episode of The Unsung Veteran, we talk about: - Serving over two decades as a Marine manpower officer (0102) - Deployment realities and leadership responsibility - Carrying the weight of loss - Slowing down after retirement - The loss of built-in military community - Why “social wellness” matters for veterans and families Today, Becca is a certified relational health coach and social wellness educator helping veterans and their families rebuild connection after transition. Learn more about her work here: 👉