Ben Fogle: Living with Primitive Tribes and Overcoming a Mental Breakdown

Ben Fogle is an adventurer, TV presenter, and author who has explored some of the most remote corners of the world. From navigating the wilderness to facing the challenges of mental health, Ben's experiences have shaped him into someone who values both physical and mental resilience. In this episode, Jake and Damian chat with Ben about his mental breakdown in 2023 and the journey to recovery. He opens up about how it impacted him and the lessons he's learned in managing work-life balance, knowing when to say no, and asking for help when needed. Ben also talks about the power of embracing solitude and how spending time alone, whether indoors or in nature, can be incredibly healing. Drawing from his travels to diverse countries, he reflects on valuable life lessons we could be adopting from different cultures, and how these observations could enrich our own lives. This episode offers a deep dive into mental well-being, the importance of adventure, and the simple, yet powerful, practice of self-reflection. 🚨 Partners Heights 👉 Get 20% off your subscription by using Code: HP20 here: https://hppod.co/20heights Betterhelp 👉 Be at your best. Consider therapy with our paid partner, BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/PERFORMANCE for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy. HP Foundation 👉Do you want to kick-start an evolution that will change the lives of millions of children? Find out more about the High Performance Foundation: https://hppod.co/foundation HP Corporate Events 👉Click here to book High Performance Events: https://hppod.co/corporate-events Explore offers and discounts through our other partners: https://hppod.co/partners 📕 Chapters 00:00 Ben Fogle on the High Performance Podcast 00:47 Vulnerability and Breaking Down in 2023 03:54 Experiences During the Breakdown 05:19 Taking Action: Social Media Detox 05:56 The Importance of Disconnecting 09:11 Recognizing the Warning Signs 11:47 Dealing with Loss and Seeking Control 14:17 Maintaining Balance: Need vs Want 19:40 Seeking Help and Therapy 26:11 The Effects of Letting go 32:12 Embracing Solitude 34:22 Spending 6 weeks in the Amazon at 18 39:19 Experiencing Japan and the Basics 42:37 Public Opinion and Metrics 48:21 The Power of Nature 50:15 Being in the Public Eye 01:05:01 Visiting the Congo 01:10:19 Lessons from My Travels 01:12:22 Quick-fire Questions and Final Thoughts #HighPerformance #BenFogle #Mentalhealth