In this episode of the Success x Happiness podcast, we chat with Tim Webb, a former special forces member and the inspiring founder of SOTER International. Tim opens up about his military journey, sharing the rigorous training he underwent, his deployments in the Middle East, and the formidable challenges he faced while transitioning to civilian life. Our discussion dives deep into themes of resilience, personal growth, and coping with PTSD.
Tim vividly recounts the intense selection process for special forces and his harrowing experiences in combat, underscoring the critical importance of mental resilience and teamwork. His stories are not just tales of survival but powerful lessons in perseverance and the human spirit.
As we wrap up the episode, Tim offers profound insights on the value of community support and the significance of taking actionable steps ensuring adequate safety and first aid training. His journey is a testament to how one can harness their experiences and training to make a meaningful impact, not just in our own life, but in the lives of those around us.
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The Resilience Project by Hugh van Cuylenburg - amzn.to/3MuZJmw
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Table of Contents
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0:00 - Intro
1:50 - Lessons to 20-Year-Old Self
4:43 - Finding Optimism in Challenges
5:20 - The Importance of Sharing Stories
7:17 - Tim's Background and Ambitions
9:13 - Transition to the Army
10:56 - Joining the Commando Unit
12:02 - SAS Training Experience
17:47 - Deployments and Frustrations
19:20 - Purpose in Military Service
24:25 - Physical and Mental Challenges
25:10 - Mindset of Resilience
29:20 - Mental Fortitude Over Physical Limits
30:21 - Selection Course Outcome
32:00 - Transition to Special Forces
33:39 - First Deployment Experience
35:07 - Engagement with Taliban Forces
46:53 - 2009 SAS Pay Scandal
48:07 - Impact of PTSD
51:01 - Personal Worth and Values
55:00 - Career Progression in Oil and Gas
56:08 - Coping with Decline
1:01:31 - Establishing SOTER International
1:06:03 - Family as a Priority
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