Putting Simon's story into words is extremely difficult as it has had such a powerful effect on his own life and the lives of many thousands of others

Simon has recused hostages, negotiated the release of hostages as well as being a hostage himself  

Simon has been kidnapped three times with three very different experiences, the last one culminating in a daring escape

This interview may be difficult to listen to but has a very powerful message that we can all learn from