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Don't Let The Old Man InShow Notes
What happens when your life crumbles, your career is gone, and your reputation is destroyed? This week on Don't Let the Old Man In, we sit down with Craig Williams, an elite royal marines sniper whose life came crumbling down after being sent to prison.
Craig unpacks his natural talent for sharpshooting, the mistakes that led to his arrest, as well as his transformation into an extreme athlete by competing in ultramarathons, which saw him running 230km across the Arctic.
This video explores facing complete ruin and the journey of rebuilding, as well as avoiding the trap most men fall into – settling for "mediocre".
This episode covers: Craig's Military Service & Combat Struggles With Identity & Mental Health After The Military The Gunfight That Led To Prison The Post-Prison Transformation Ultra Running & Life After Prison Craig's Life Lessons & Philosophy
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