Challenges can be used for good
Explore the intersection of mental wellness and professional success, uncovering stories of resilience, strategies for overcoming challenges, and the power of embracing adversity to drive positive change.
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From insightful interviews with industry leaders to actionable advice from mental health experts, this podcast offers a road map for fostering a healthy mindset in the corporate world, equipping listeners with the tools to thrive personally and professionally.
S2 E6 – Paralympic gold to purpose: Richard Whitehead’s sprint beyond sport
In this inspiring episode, Paralympic gold medallist Richard Whitehead shares his journey from growing up in Nottingham to becoming one of Britain’s most celebrated athletes. With honesty and humour, Richard reflects on the challenges of navigating life with a disability, the power of sport to transform identity, and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. He discusses the mindset shifts that propelled him from marathon running to sprinting success, and how purpose, not medals, drives his ambition. From childhood memories to global podiums, Richard’s story is a testament to grit, gratitude, and the belief that limits are often self-imposed.
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“Embracing adversity can lead to positive change.”
Meet Luke—Partner in our Restructuring Advisory team, host of the Mind.Set podcast, and a driving force behind FRP’s Balanced Minds Committee. Over six years ago, Luke embraced sobriety from alcohol and drug addiction, a journey that transformed even his toughest challenges into profound opportunities for growth and learning. Now, he’s passionate about helping professionals feel less isolated and challenging the myth that we must always be ‘alright.’
Richard Whitehead MBE
Richard Whitehead MBE is a British Paralympian and double amputee who defied limits across multiple sports. Originally an ice sledge hockey player, he became a world-record marathoner before switching to sprinting. Denied entry to the marathon at London 2012, he won gold in the 200m T42 with a world record, later defending his title in Rio and earning silver in Tokyo. Off the track, he’s a passionate advocate and fundraiser, famously running 40 marathons in 40 days for charity. His resilience, speed, and spirit continue to inspire athletes and audiences worldwide.
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