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S03E24 | Damien Thomlinson - Part 2 - Life after the military. The power of turning up (and becoming an author, multisport athlete, reality TV star, Hollywood actor - is there anything this lad can't do??)
In Part 2, we continue the conversation with Damien Thomlinson as he shares what came next after life-changing injuries in Afghanistan—and how he rebuilt his life with purpose, discipline, and an unrelenting mindset.
From learning to walk again with prosthetics to pushing himself into new arenas, Damien’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. He opens up about the power of simply turning up, staying consistent, and refusing to let adversity define the outcome.
Since leaving the military, Damien has gone on to become a best-selling author, Invictus Games competitor, multi-sport athlete, reality TV contestant, and even a Hollywood actor, appearing in Hacksaw Ridge. His story is proof that limitations are often self-imposed—and that with the right mindset, there’s always another level.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Life after service and the realities of recovery and rehabilitation
- The mindset behind “just turning up” and building momentum
- His journey into sport, competition, and the Invictus Games
- Stepping into new arenas—from writing a book to acting on the big screen
- Lessons in resilience, identity, and pushing beyond perceived limits
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