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#70: Geraint Jones on Military Life, Masculinity, and Finding Purpose After Service


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In this gripping episode of the Next Level Guy Podcast, we sit down with Geraint Jones, a decorated UK Army veteran and bestselling author. With three deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, and experiences in elite Reconnaissance units, Geraint offers an inside look into military life, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and the importance of purpose and brotherhood for modern men. Geraint’s journey from the battlefield to a successful writing career sheds light on resilience, masculinity, and overcoming personal demons.

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Who is Geraint Jones? - UK Army veteran and recipient of the General Officer Commanding’s Award for Gallantry - Former elite Reconnaissance Platoon member with experience in high-risk roles, including anti-piracy - New York Times & Sunday Times bestselling author, now dedicated to writing and sharing his story

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - Geraint’s insights on physicality, resilience, and why modern men need a sense of purpose - How physical activities like BJJ and rugby fulfill primal needs and foster brotherhood - The impact of military service on mental health and overcoming PTSD - The role of discipline, masculinity, and finding peace after a challenging transition - Writing as a tool for healing and self-discovery - How the military shapes men and the obstacles veterans face when rejoining civilian life

Topics Covered Include: - Military service and transitioning to civilian life - The need for purpose, discipline, and physical activity in men’s lives - Modern masculinity and the fallacy of perfection - PTSD, mental health, and the healing power of storytelling - Geraint’s views on National Service and brotherhood beyond the battlefield

Tags: #GeraintJones #MilitaryLife #PTSD #Masculinity #Purpose #Brotherhood #Veteran #MentalHealth #Resilience #NextLevelGuy

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