John Ferguson
Author • Veteran • PTS Advocate
Healing work shaped by combat, trauma, and the quiet strength of coming home to yourself
Biography
John Ferguson joined the Marine Corps at 19 years old in 1990. After serving 20 years and three tours, two tours in Iraq and one tour in Afghanistan, he retired in 2011. His tours took a toll and he struggled with the return after each deployment. Anger became something he feared. Once he retired, he felt more alone than ever. The retirement world was difficult and he felt very lost, angry and confused. It felt like no one understood and no one cared.
This is the very essence of why he wrote this book. John wants to share his experience and how he is starting to heal from the trauma of PTS. No matter where or when you experienced your trauma, trauma is felt by everyone. This book shares not only his story, but it shares tools and methods to help you with your trauma.
John Ferguson is still on his path to healing. It is a long process and will take time, but it is nice to still have time. He lives in Virginia with his wife. He will dedicate the remaining days to helping other people find their path. He hopes you will reach out and open up about your struggles.
Biografia
John Ferguson se unió al Cuerpo de Marines a los 19 años en 1990. Tras 20 años de servicio y tres misiones, dos en Irak y una en Afganistán, se retiró en 2011. Sus misiones le pasaron factura y le costó regresar después de cada despliegue. La ira se convirtió en algo que temía. Una vez jubilado, se sintió más solo que nunca. El mundo de la jubilación era difícil y se sentía muy perdido, enojado y confundido. Sentía que nadie lo entendía ni le importaba.
Esta es la esencia misma de por qué escribió este libro. John quiere compartir su experiencia y cómo está empezando a sanar del trauma del TEPT. No importa dónde o cuándo haya experimentado su trauma, todos lo sentimos. Este libro no solo comparte su historia, sino que también ofrece herramientas y métodos para ayudarle a superarlo.
John Ferguson sigue en camino hacia la sanación. Es un proceso largo y llevará tiempo, pero es bueno tener tiempo. Vive en Virginia con su esposa. Dedicará los días restantes a ayudar a otras personas a encontrar su camino. Espera que te acerques y les cuentes tus dificultades.
FEATURED WORK
The Power of Positive P-O-P
A User Friendly Guide on How to Live a Positive Life
A collection of uplifting quotes and reflections from John and voices that have inspired him. This book brings together simple, encouraging reminders designed to shift your focus toward clarity, gratitude, and positive thinking. Whether you’re navigating stress, healing from trauma, or simply trying to bring more light into your day, these quotes offer gentle guidance and steady encouragement.
You can explore positive thinking.
Living Beyond PTS
Journey towards Peace : A Veteran’s Path to Recovery – Through Mind Nidra Meditation
A veteran’s guide to finding peace after trauma, built around John’s own CENTER method — a simple acronym he created to help readers calm the mind and reconnect with clarity. Through grounding artwork, gentle meditation practices, and the use of singing bowls, he offers practical tools for easing stress and breaking long-held cycles of pain. This book reflects his journey out of darkness and provides a straightforward path for anyone seeking relief, understanding, and a renewed sense of peace.
You can explore CENTER method.