The Resilience Project

Blown up by a landmine. Kidnapped at gunpoint. Left to die.

Most people will never face a life-or-death moment. Chris Moon has faced several… and what he learned will change how you think about your own challenges.

In this extraordinary episode of The Resilience Project, host Wes Linden sits down with Chris Moon MBE, a man whose life has tested the limits of human endurance in ways most of us can barely comprehend.

While working in a war zone, Chris triggered a landmine that tore through his arm and leg. Alone, bleeding out, and facing almost certain death, he made a decision that would define the rest of his life… to keep moving.

But that was just one chapter.

Chris also shares the terrifying story of being kidnapped and held hostage by armed militants, where survival came down to mindset, composure, and the ability to stay mentally strong under extreme pressure.

Listeners will gain powerful insights into:

•⁠  ⁠How to stay calm and focused in life-or-death situations

•⁠  ⁠The mindset required to overcome unimaginable adversity

•⁠  ⁠Why resilience is built long before the moment you need it

•⁠  ⁠Taking responsibility for your response, no matter the circumstances

•⁠  ⁠Turning trauma into purpose, growth, and impact

What makes Chris’s story so compelling isn’t just what he’s been through, it’s how he interprets it. There’s no self-pity. No drama. Just a relentless focus on what can be controlled, and a refusal to be defined by what’s happened to him.

From surviving extreme trauma to becoming an ultra-endurance athlete, speaker, and leader, Chris demonstrates that resilience isn’t about avoiding hardship… it’s about how you respond when it arrives.

If you think you’re facing something tough right now… this conversation will reset your standards.

Join us for one of the most powerful and perspective-shifting episodes of The Resilience Project.

🔗 Useful Links

Chris Moon's website: https://www.chrismoon.co.uk

Follow Chris on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismoonspeaker

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00:00 Opening
01:01 Introduction

02:30 The day everything changed
03:33 “I’ve just stepped on a landmine…”
05:35 Choosing positivity in a life-or-death moment
08:27 Surviving hours with catastrophic injuries

11:11 Why humour mattered in that moment
14:08 The long wait for rescue
16:35 A 14-hour fight to stay alive
17:24 The decision: I’m not going to die

18:25 Defying medical expectations
20:06 Losing a limb… but not his identity
24:54 Setting an “impossible” goal

25:26 How to chase goals that feel out of reach

26:22 Why one marathon wasn’t enough
27:19 257km in 7 days
29:17 40 days’ journey… done in 14

30:04 What really drives him

30:28 Kidnapped by the Khmer Rouge
32:53 Staying calm under threat of death
34:15 Leadership in extreme situations
35:08 How that changed his perspective

35:55 Gratitude as a survival tool
37:10 Mental strategies for endurance
37:31 Helpful vs unhelpful thinking
38:21 Reframing adversity

39:54 Managing stress and fear
40:40 Optimism vs realism
41:02 Decision making under pressure

42:57 Leadership and resilience
45:05 Forgiveness… or something else?

46:09 What still challenges him today
46:35 Social media and modern pressure
47:09 Advice for when you feel stuck

49:28 His greatest achievement
49:42 Family and what really matters

52:38 Life today and what’s next
55:36 Final thoughts on resilience

56:18 Closing
56:38 Outro

Bulgarian edition. For English version go to: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GLFyd0mzzER7o7dqfwDbc?si=5M2z1H5CSnyuAgyw1EOZ-A

От затворническа килия до просперитет | Ранди Гейдж за устойчивостта, мисленето и успехаКак се преминава от престъпност и отчаяние към изобилие, влияние и световен успех?В този силен епизод на The Resilience Project ви срещаме със световноизвестния предприемач, автор на бестселъри на New York Times и експерт по просперитет Ранди Гейдж. Историята му е всичко друго, но не и обикновена: израстване в бедност, зависимости, престой в затвора, прострелване, фалит след намеса на данъчните власти и HIV диагноза. И въпреки това, Ранди изгражда нов живот, ново мислене и глобално влияние.В проекта „Resilience Project“ водещият Уес Линдън се впуска в промените в мирогледа и принципите, които променят живота на Ранди от живот, изпълнен с престъпления и отчаяние, в живот, изпълнен с изобилие и вдъхновение (и го превръщат в рок звезда в областта на мрежовия маркетинг). Научете как да разрушите самоограничаващите вярвания и да превърнете неуспехите в епични завръщания!В този разговор ще научите как да:• Разпознавате и разрушавате самоограничаващи убеждения• Препрограмирате негативното си мислене• Превръщате провалите в силни завръщания• Използвате трудните периоди като трамплин за израстване• Поемате лична отговорност за живота си• Изграждате устойчивост, когато всичко изглежда загубеноТова не е теория от „гуру“ курс. Това са уроци, изковани в реалния живот.________________________________________⏱ Таймкодове:00:00 Начало01:10 Въведение02:26 Въоръжен грабеж03:16 Беше ли против богатството?04:09 Какво те научи времето в затвора?06:41 Намиране на човек, който вижда потенциала ти07:47 Най-големият урок за устойчивост12:45 Това са добрите стари дни16:30 Програмиране за провал до 8-годишна възраст. Препрограмиране в зряла възраст23:56 Как биваме манипулирани34:05 Прострелването36:52 „Ще умреш“ срещу „не“40:58 Данъчните затварят ресторанта44:48 Загубата на всичко46:24 Пауза46:36 Уроци от устойчивостта50:01 Да използваш трудните времена51:28 Преосмисляне на провала58:32 Ти си на местопрестъплението01:05:33 Да забележиш негативно програмиране01:10:04 ХИВ диагнозата01:17:32 Препрограмиране на мислите01:25:24 Финални съвети01:30:38 Закриване________________________________________Последвай проекта:https://beacons.ai/theresilienceprojectProperity TV на Ранди: http://www.YouTube.com/randygageLinkedIn на Ранди: http://www.linkedin.com/in/randygage/Instagram на Ранди: http://www.instagram.com/randy_gageСайтът на Ранди: https://randygage.comУес в социалните мрежи:http://www.instagram.com/weslindenhttp://www.linkedin.com/in/weslindenНе пропускай нито един епизод:https://www.weslinden.com/podcastBulgarian edition. For English version go to: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GLFyd0mzzER7o7dqfwDbc?si=5M2z1H5CSnyuAgyw1EOZ-A

In this deeply moving episode of The Resilience Project, Wes Linden speaks with Gillian Millane OBE, a mother, campaigner, and extraordinary woman whose life was torn apart when her daughter Grace never came home.

In December 2018, Grace Millane, a bright and adventurous 22-year-old, was murdered while travelling in New Zealand by a man she met on Tinder. The case shocked the world and exposed deeply uncomfortable truths about violence against women and the narratives too often used to excuse it.

Rather than allowing grief to consume her, Gillian chose to turn devastating loss into purpose. Her victim impact statement was seen across the world. She went on to campaign tirelessly to help end the so-called 'rough sex' defence in UK courts, contributing to landmark legal change. Alongside Grace’s cousin Hannah, she co-founded Love Grace, a charity that has now supported tens of thousands of women escaping abuse across multiple countries.

Gillian also reflects on losing her husband David, receiving an OBE from Prince William, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and trekking to Everest Base Camp, and what resilience truly means when life delivers its harshest blows.

An amazing way to start Season 2, this is a powerful conversation about grief, justice, kindness, courage, and what it really takes to keep going.

🔗 Useful Links

Love Grace Charity: ⁠https://www.lovegrace.co.uk⁠

Support the Love Grace appeal: ⁠https://www.lovegrace.co.uk/donate⁠

Follow Wes on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/weslinden⁠

Follow Wes on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/weslinden⁠

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⏱️ Episode Chapters

00:00 Welcome to The Resilience Project
02:49 Who Grace was and why she was so special
03:50 Favourite childhood memories of Grace
04:53 Learning of Grace’s disappearance and what followed
07:04 Delivering the victim impact statement
08:21 Campaigning to change the “rough sex” defence
10:50 Losing her husband David and navigating compounded grief
13:14 You cannot change circumstances, only how you respond
15:08 The power of family, friendship and global support
16:55 Why the world is not as dark as social media suggests
18:15 The global impact of Grace’s story and the vigils
19:47 Founding the Love Grace charity with Hannah
22:38 The growing reach and impact of Love Grace
23:52 Future plans for the charity
25:08 How listeners can support Love Grace
26:59 Receiving an OBE from Prince William
27:48 Climbing Kilimanjaro
29:38 What the mountains taught about resilience
31:56 One foot in front of the other
32:47 Turning grief into action and rebuilding purpose
34:55 Balancing self-care with honouring Grace
36:10 How physical training supports mental health
37:13 Advice for those feeling overwhelmed
37:30 Mindsets that keep you moving forward
39:57 How Grace should be remembered
41:11 Choosing kindness in everyday life
43:16 The meaning behind the climbs and fundraising
44:29 The difference each of us can make
45:51 Advice for anyone who feels stuck
47:14 What resilience truly means
47:49 Final reflections
48:38 Closing

From a jail cell in his teens to becoming one of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and a global prosperity icon, Randy Gage’s story is a jaw-dropping testament to resilience!

Growing up in poverty, battling addiction, surviving a shooting, and losing everything to the IRS, Randy hit rock bottom - hard. Yet, he rose to become a New York Times bestselling author, world-renowned speaker, and prosperity expert, inspiring millions with his no-nonsense approach to success.

His journey is packed with raw wisdom forged through real-world struggles—insights no ‘guru’ course can match. In this episode of The Resilience Project, host Wes Linden dives into the mindset shifts and principles that transformed Randy from a life of crime and despair to one of abundance and impact (and a rock-star in the network marketing space). Learn how to shatter self-limiting beliefs and turn setbacks into epic comebacks!

00:00 Start

01:10 Intro

02:26 Armed robbery.

03:16 Were you anti rich?

04:09 What did time in jail teach you?

06:41 Finding someone who saw your potential.

07:47 What was your single biggest lesson about resilience that you learned from these experiences?

12:45 These are the good old days.

16:30 You talk about most people are programmed to fail by the age of 8. How could people kind of rewire themselves in adulthood?

23:56 Understanding how we’re being manipulated.

34:05 Getting shot.

36:52 They said you were going to die. You said otherwise.

40:58 Tax authorities closing your restaurant down.

44:48 Losing everything.

46:24 Break

46:36 What can people learn from the resilience you used go pull through?

50:01 Putting the difficult times to good use.

51:28 Reframing failure.

58:32 Realising it’s you who is at the scene of the crime every time something goes wrong in your life.

01:05:33 Spotting negative programming.

01:10:04 Overcoming HIV positive diagnosis.

01:17:32 Reprogramming yourself when you are thinking negative thoughts.

01:25:24 Final advice in terms of resilience?

01:30:38 Closing

Follow me: https://beacons.ai/theresilienceproject

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At 21, Andrew Jenkins' life changed forever when a catastrophic car accident left him fighting for survival. Initially thought dead at the scene, Andrew defied the odds, emerging from a four-week coma to face a grueling recovery journey. Told he would never walk again, Andrew's determination saw him back on his feet in just two weeks.

In this powerful episode of The Resilience Project, host Wes Linden explores Andrew's extraordinary path from trauma survivor to BBC's "The Traitors" finalist & mental health advocate. Andrew shares his 25-year struggle with identity loss, self-worth issues, and the challenges of emotional suppression in a culture of toxic masculinity.

Listeners will gain unique insights into:

•⁠ ⁠Overcoming physical & mental trauma

•⁠ ⁠Breaking the stigma around mental health

•⁠ ⁠The power of vulnerability in personal growth & leadership

•⁠ ⁠Transforming adversity into a platform for positive change

Andrew's story is a testament to human resilience, from refusing counselling & putting on a brave face to finally opening up about his experiences.He offers valuable perspectives on rebuilding self-identity, the significance of emotional intelligence, and breaking generational cycles of suppressing feelings and vulnerability.

Whether you're facing your own life-altering challenges or seeking to understand the complexities of mental health & resilience, Andrew's journey from near-death to becoming an inspiration for millions will motivate you to embrace your own strength and vulnerability.

Join us for an episode that challenges traditional notions of masculinity, celebrates the power of authenticity, and demonstrates how one man's tragedy became a catalyst for helping others navigate their own life journeys.

00:00 Open

02:24 In a split second your life changed. What happened?

03:53 So four weeks in a coma?

04:54 What kind of work did they have to do on you?

06:18 Finalist in the BBC TV series The Traitors. Is fame important to you?

07:47 Loss of identity? How did you rebuild your sense of self?

09:39 No conversation with your parents about the accident.

11:47 The Professor who saved you.

14:23 Your family reaction to you finally speaking about the accident?

16:37 Changing a generational cycle.

18:32 Parents who put too much pressure on their kids.

20:28 Therapist advice on how grieving doesn’t only come with death.

23:01 What did you learn about your own resilience?

24:20 Years of silent struggle & lying on TV!

26:11 Your authenticity on TV and strategies for mental health & resilience?

29:52 Success & failure.

31:24 Doing what it takes.

32:45 Break

32:58 The big trek - a 1200 kilometre walk.

34:22 What kind of resilience lessons did you learn from that?

35:25 Motivation vs commitment.

36:16 Trek with a Traitor - charity initiative.

38:14 What advice would you give to people struggling with self-worth or self-confidence issues?

40:15 Taking compliments!

43:01 How to help someone who is struggling.

43:46 Old-fashioned views on vulnerability vs how we think today.

46:11 People being more open.

47:18 Vulnerability helping leadership.

48:00 What's been the most surprising aspect of your journey? From a brain injury survivor to a TV personality & mental wellbeing advocate?

50:35 Being that strong tough guy, who is now open about his feelings.

52:48 How can people find you?

54:23 What will the world be like because of Andrew in 2050?

56:36 Resilience closing words

58:56 Outro

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Work with Andrew: https://andrewjenkins.co/work-with-andrew

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Having already faced death twice on Mount Everest by the age of 19, having survived two of the deadliest disasters in the mountain's history, Alex Staniforth shares how his greatest challenges weren't on the world's highest peak - they were much closer to home.

The year is 1967, and Kathrine Switzer is about to change the world of sports for women - and women's rights - all over the globe.

Fighting with organisers, the press and even her own partner as they tried to physically remove her from running the Boston Marathon, Switzer stood firm and continued irrespective of the detractors, and joins us on The Resilience Project podcast and shares the touching truths of what it took, to redefine sports for generations of women.

Her story is one of personal resilience, standing up against the odds, and pushing through barriers that seemed insurmountable at the time.

Kathrine shares key lessons from her life with host Wes Linden, including the mindset needed to overcome obstacles (sometimes physical), stay determined in the face of adversity, and how to build a legacy that inspires others - plus some incredible advice for parents who want to inspire their children to greatness! Her story is packed with inspiration and resilience lessons that will motivate you to tackle your own challenges with new vigour - and she also shares some incredible insights on forgiveness and how she was able to do so with the man responsible for her darkest moment.

02:24 How did it start?

06:35 Applying for the Boston Marathon.

08:19 Having someone believe in you.

09:04 Preparing for greatness.

10:29 The famous number 261.

10:45 What happened next?

18:06 Changing society.

20:03 Breaking the rules.

21:01 Your boyfriend - hero or zero?

23:16 Continuing despite the haters.

28:38 Break

28:51 Advice for people facing doubters.

30:40 The Rule of 100.

32:00 Getting the Women's Marathon into the Olympic Games.

34:03 Ignoring other people's opinions.

36:26 Approach towards bad behaviour from others.

37:02 Keeping focus and showing forgiveness.

37:36 The importance of patience.

37:45 Succeeding even if you're not the most talented.

38:27 Great parenting lessons.

41:50 Doing the Boston Marathon 50 years later.

45:20 Changing the world for millions.

46:13 Are you a Pankhurst/suffragette?!

47:44 Advice for people who feel they can't get ahead and they're getting in their own way.

48:47 What is resilience?

49:11 How will people talk about you in 100 years time?

49:40 Closing

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Kathrine’s book & audio: ‘Marathon Woman’ on Amazon (UK): https://amzn.eu/d/6lMr99E

Kathrine’s 261 Fearless programs: https://www.261fearless.org

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https://kathrineswitzer.com

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There was a time when the England men’s football team were the pride of the country! Sir Geoff Hurst was a huge part of that!

His resilience story has so many layers…

*After his playing career was over you may not know he became Chelsea manager for two years. When he left, he became a door-to-door salesman, much to the surprise of his prospective customers. 

*He was forced to claim unemployment benefits and queue up with people who had idolised him a few years earlier, to support his family. 

*He scored the hat-trick for England when they won the World Cup in 1966, beating West Germany 4-2.

In this episode of The Resilience Project, host Wes Linden chats with Sir Geoff to learn key life lessons, including the mindset you need to be a true winner. Packed full of inspiration and resilience lessons on how to overcome anything, beat disappointments, bounce back stronger, remain humble and build a life of meaning.

00:00 Intro
02:48 How much do you remember about what was going through your head during the game?
03:50 Everyone remembers where they were when it happened! 
04:28 Help us understand the preparation of a winner. 
05:35 Importance of teamwork.
06:07 At the start of the 1966 World Cup, you weren't first choice - how did you have the mindset that you could get into the team, or had you resigned yourself to being on the sidelines?
08:20 Focusing on your own progress, rather than being distracted by others.
09:31 Remaining calm under pressure. What can people learn from that for their own lives and career?
10:23 You were originally not totally focussed on football career?
12:05 It's stereotypical to talk about 1966 World Cup Final but you had an amazing career outside of that. Do you ever feel like your whole life achievements are overshadowed by one moment?
12:51 Is your life defined by one moment? 
14:19 Imposter syndrome.
15:40 The day after the World Cup Final!
16:48 Jimmy Greaves feeling like the loneliest person in Wembley Stadium that day, and couldn't bring himself to join the celebrations. How did how did you feel about that? Did you speak to him about it?
19:25 Would you have felt the same?
20:35 Chelsea manager to door-to-door insurance salesman. What mindset and resilience helped you to adjust to being in the ‘real’ world.
22:37 Your dedication.
24:31 Break
24:45 Overcoming rejection and then still getting up the next day.
26:54 Failure and success. 
26:59 Leadership traits.
28:37 Staying on the right path, and avoiding destructive habits like other celebrities and sportsman can fall into.
30:08 The greatest mentor.
31:49 Being knighted to become Sir Geoff. How did that feel?
33:12 Being unfazed by celebrities and royalty.
33:42 Staying grounded and dealing with fame and public attention.
34:59 Losing your brother to suicide and dealing with mental health challenges.
36:20 Further family grief and being the last surviving member of the England team. How do you keep yourself so positive?
38:25 So what advice would you give to youngsters that are watching this who want to be the best in their space, whether that's sports or business or any other avenue?
39:00 How would you define resilience?
41:07 What message would you hope that people take away from your experiences and your journey?
43:18 100 years’ time from now, how would you like history and people to describe Sir Geoff Hurst, the man, and his approach to life?
44:11 And finally - was it over the line?!
45:22 Do you ever wake up in a cold sweat about the fact, that the referee and linesman decided it didn't go over the line?!
46:35 They think it’s all over… it is now! Closing remarks.

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Sir Geoff's hat-trick - 1966 final highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMDuHPvNtgg

From delivering pizzas aged 31 to becoming one of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs, Brad Burton has an extraordinary story, that not even he can believe!

Embark on a gripping journey with Bella Collins, a novice rower turned record-breaking adventurer, on ‘The Resilience Project’ podcast.

Host Wes Linden asks the questions as Bella dives deep into her incredible feat of rowing across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in a small boat alongside three strangers. Despite her initial lack of experience and lifelong battle with self-doubt, Bella shattered not just one, but three world records!

In this episode, Wes uncovers the vital leadership principles Bella harnessed to forge a cohesive and effective team amidst the most extreme, life-threatening conditions. Discover the camaraderie and culture-building strategies that were crucial to their survival and success.

Bella, now recognised globally following her inclusion in the 'Forbes 30 Under 30' list, also reveals how she developed a resilient mindset, which helped her overcome persistent self-doubt and navigate the uncertainties of her daring expeditions. Join us to learn from a true exemplar of determination.

00:00 Intro

01:16 School nerd & unsporty. How did you end up with three world records?

02:44 First record.

03:07 Times you let fear beat you.

05:11: Something that happened when younger that pushed you on this path?

06:14 Attitudes to risk.

08:04 First world record.

10:25 How big is the boat & how confined were you with the others?

11:31 How do you even sleep?!

12:25 Only two hours to rest.

13:43 Cabin fever.15:00 Examples?

16:32 The next world record.

16:49 What did you learn about being around people for that length of time in such a small space?

18:57 Anxiety & mental health.

20:24 World record with The Ocean Sheroes

21:25 Training for the winds and waves.

24:43 Inner strength & resilience to get through the storms at sea.

26:20 How incredible the Pacific challenge is.

27:42 Break

27:55 Family doubting her.

30:34 Finding your people.

31:57 Overcoming anyone close to you that you expected to support you who didn't?

33:22 Overcoming imposter syndrome.

35:08 Why you’re going to go on the oceans again.

36:38 Why am I doing this?!

38:29 Gaps between success and failure.

39:44 Fearing success?

40:55 Attitude changes.

42:01 What would you say you learned from that period that you didn't already know from being isolated on a boat

43:58 Comparing yourself & your achievements.

45:39 Comparison issues.

46:42 Staying in your lane.

47:33 Most common challenges that your experiences can help people overcome?

49:07 How to build culture for a high-performing team that actually wants to work together?

51:12 Succeeding on your own without a team to support you.

51:54 Moving forwards when feeling lost or trapped.

54:14 Prepare mentally for the next world record.

55:58 Is there one question that you thought I might have asked that I didn't, but you've got a great story or answer for?

56:35 Closing

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