I sit down with Ben Broadbridge from Beyond All Bounds, to explore the challenges and triumphs of mental health. Growing up as an Army kid, Ben’s journey is marked by resilience. He shares his journey battling loneliness and depression. Through his work with Beyond All Bounds, Ben now dedicates his life to advocating for mental health awareness and helping others navigate their struggles.

We cover:

• Ben’s unique upbringing in a military family and its impact on his life.
• The physical and emotional challenges that shaped his journey.
• How losing his identity led him down a path of depression and how he transformed his life.
• The creation of Beyond All Bounds and its mission to support mental health through empathy, emotional intelligence, and storytelling.
• Practical advice on mental health first aid and the power of human connection in healing.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, personal growth, or the power of storytelling in overcoming adversity. Join us as we dive into Ben’s inspiring story and learn how we can all contribute to a more understanding and supportive world.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro
0:52 Ben’s origin story
10:48 Ben’s mental health
14:04 How Ben found himself
17:13 How to develop authentic storytelling
21:20 Emotional intelligence
25:58 Empathy
33:42 Social media’s effect
37:48 Mental Health First Aid
41:10 Signs to look out for
42:54 How to ask someone if they’re struggling
46:17 People pleasers
51:47 How men can learn to be vulnerable
59:35 The state of men today
1:07:12 Can you live a full life as a man without a family?

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