52 Joe Bates: "People assume because of what we have done, that you can’t ever show weakness..."

Discover the powerful journey of Joe Bates, who takes us from his early life in Devon through the challenges of losing his father to illness, then into the rigours of military life as a Royal Marine, before navigating the trials of the corporate world. This episode of Forging Resilience explores themes of grief, trauma, and personal transformation, offering deep insights into how these experiences shaped Joe’s character and led him to a rewarding career in branding and wellness. Joe candidly shares the challenges of coping with loss, the importance of vulnerability, and the healing power of kindness. With authenticity, he emphasizes that struggles can lead to profound personal growth and encourage others to embrace their journeys. He believes that real change comes through embracing one’s truth, being open to transformation, and importantly, extending kindness to oneself and others.  In a world where mental health is often overlooked, Joe's message rings true: change will come, and kindness is a universal language that can bridge the gaps of understanding and healing. Don’t forget to subscribe, share this episode, and leave a review!Help us improve! I'd love to get your feedback...Forging Resilience supports Save A WarriorSave A Warrior works with veterans and first responders facing complex PTSD and the reality of suicide.Through this podcast, we’re supporting their work.If you want to get behind it, you can do that by buying a bag of  Major Stoke Blend coffee. All profits go directly to Save A Warrior.Good coffee. Real conversations. Work that matters.Support the showFollow my social media accounts | LinkedIn | Instagram |