Suicidal Drug Addict To Elite Military Commando with Ben Williams | E68
- Feb 14, 2021
- 1:59:29
- Full Episode
This weeks episode entitled 'Suicidal Drug Addict To Elite Military Commando with Ben Williams' topics:
0:00 intro 03:13 Your Childhood 13:06 The desire to be an alpha male 18:55 An incident that changed my life forever 28:24 My turning point - joining the Royal Marines 40:38 How to find that purpose 50:14 What the commando mindset? 01:01:10 Why “its taking part that counts” doesn’t work 01:10:53 The thing that ended my time in the Military 01:26:35 Falling back into my old ways 01:31:54 Working with the England football team 01:36:46 Your ARA strategy 01:45:24 The joy of running 01:50:40 Your business
Ben: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ben_williams_cm/?hl=en His book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Commando-Mindset-Motivation-Realize-Potential/dp/0241416051
Listen on: Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-by-steven-bartlett/id1291423644 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX
My book pre-order: (UK, US, AUS, NZ Link) - http://hyperurl.co/xenkw2 (EU & Rest of the World Link) https://www.bookdepository.com/Happy-Sexy-Millionaire-Steven-Bartlett/9781529301496?ref=grid-view&qid=1610300058833&sr=1-2
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Brief Summary
Ben Williams shares his journey from a troubled childhood and addiction to becoming an elite commando and mental health advocate.
Key points
- The Impact of Childhood. Exploring how childhood experiences shape our adult lives.
- A Nightclub Tragedy. A violent incident at a nightclub leads to a life-changing moment.
- Finding Purpose. The speaker discusses the importance of having a sense of purpose, especially for men, in combating addiction and despair.
- The Journey Begins. After overcoming addiction, the speaker begins the application process for the Royal Marines, marking a significant life change.
- The Role of a Relatable Role Model. A friend's journey to the marines inspires the speaker to pursue a similar path.
- The Importance of Courage and Cheerfulness. The speaker discusses how maintaining a positive attitude is crucial in adversity.
Episode highlights
- The Impact of ChildhoodExploring how childhood experiences shape our adult lives.“Every single little thing begins to affect you.”6:31Feb 14, 2021
- A Nightclub TragedyA violent incident at a nightclub leads to a life-changing moment.“What the [ __ ] has just happened?”22:36Feb 14, 2021
- Finding PurposeThe speaker discusses the importance of having a sense of purpose, especially for men, in combating addiction and despair.“There's a purposelessness epidemic sweeping the world.”25:02Feb 14, 2021
- The Journey BeginsAfter overcoming addiction, the speaker begins the application process for the Royal Marines, marking a significant life change.“I passed and that for me was just this incredible moment.”35:04Feb 14, 2021
- The Role of a Relatable Role ModelA friend's journey to the marines inspires the speaker to pursue a similar path.“Come and do it, that was like this guiding light.”45:35Feb 14, 2021
- The Importance of Courage and CheerfulnessThe speaker discusses how maintaining a positive attitude is crucial in adversity.“Cheerfulness in the face of adversity is what we all need.”58:23Feb 14, 2021
- Striving for ExcellenceThe speaker emphasizes the value of continuous improvement over perfection in military training.“You can never achieve perfection, but strive for excellence.”1:00:16Feb 14, 2021
- The Cost of WarA harrowing account of a military operation gone wrong, revealing the intense reality of combat injuries.“I've lost my leg!”1:20:01Feb 14, 2021
