#045 - The Brutal Truth About Hitting Rock Bottom!

Matty and Rob sit down with Graeme, a bloke who's been through more tough times than most of us can imagine—failed relationships, losing trust in everyone, being an estranged father. But the best part? He’s come out the other side, running a successful business and proving that rock bottom isn’t the end—it’s just the start of a comeback.Graeme opens up about navigating life’s darkest moments, why so many blokes bottle things up, and how he turned his biggest failures into his biggest wins. This episode is raw, real, and a reminder that feeling lost doesn’t make you weak—it’s what you do next that counts.No fluff, just straight talk. Tune in.Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now Follow Graeme/find his biz: https://www.instagram.com/pavise_ppf/https://paviseppf.com.au/If you thought Graeme's beard looked absolutely enviable, check out Cowboy Grooming Co for their beard oil and other products that'll make you look and feel slightly less average: https://cowboygroomingco.com/ Join the BA group (blokes only, sorry ladies): https://www.facebook.com/groups/280770292436702 Find us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/betterblokeproject/ https://www.facebook.com/thebetterblokeproject/ https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeprojectTimestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:22 - Welcome to the Better Bloke Podcast00:02:13 - Relatability and Averageness00:03:00 - Graham's Early Career and Impulsivity00:07:06 - Imposter Syndrome and Overworking00:09:10 - Family Court and Fatherhood Challenges00:12:04 - Success vs. Trauma00:20:31 - Suicidal Thoughts and Depression00:23:25 - Therapy and Permission to Feel00:27:04 - Catalyst for Change and Therapy Experience00:34:45 - Vulnerability and Gratitude00:38:05 - Perspective and Small Wins00:39:26 - Building Manhood and Resilience00:40:06 - Reconnecting with Son and Family