Simon talks to Duncan Slater about his time in Afghanistan. From an young age Duncan endured difficult times, none more challenging than his experience during military service when a bomb exploded underneath him. Duncan explains how despite losing both of his legs, he went on to run ultra marathons in the desert and ride a bike from Lands End to John O Groats.

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In this heartfelt interview, Fearne Cotton explains to Simon how life events took away her ability to feel joy and comfort. How a veil of anxiety and panic-attacks robbed her of happiness. Simon hears how she was forced to began a brave and difficult journey back to a normal life.

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Simon Thomas explores human endurance through the toughest times.

In a series of interviews with well-known celebrities and notable people, he discovers how crisis and desperation can lead to hope and inspiration for a new and happy life.

In each episode, we find out that there are so many others experiencing mental anguish, who have lived through the most difficult times.

We hear how many have overcome tragedy to live happy and fulfilling lives.

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