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When Everything Goes Wrong: Finding What Actually Matters (Craig's Story)

When Everything Goes Wrong: Finding What Actually Matters (Craig's Story)

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Episode Summary:

What do you hold onto when everything falls apart?

Craig's story: From Bell's palsy at 15 to his partner's terminal cancer diagnosis, plus the Acer tree that became his anchor through it all.

Listen if you:

  • Feel like life keeps throwing curveballs at you
  • Wonder how some people stay grounded during chaos
  • Need to hear that kindness and humor matter more than having it all figured out
  • Are supporting someone through illness or crisis


42 minutes about resilience, anchors, and choosing kindness when life gets brutal.

Key Takeaways:

Difficult experiences can become sources of perspective - Bell's palsy at 15 taught Craig "it's not that bad" and "it'll be over eventually"

Finding your anchors matters - Whether it's an Acer tree for weeding, music in the front room, or running in the rain

Joy lives in small moments - Overheard conversations, watching team members grow, a son eating pizza for the first time

Being kind and helping others is what matters most - Using your struggles to help others through theirs

Everything happens for a reason - Finding peace with uncertainty and not always knowing what comes next


Quotable Moments:

"I've always been able, since then I think, been able to look at life and go, two things, it's not that bad. And I know it'll be over eventually."

"There's an Acer tree in our garden that probably saved me... I actually do enjoy it, but don't tell Jenny I enjoy it because it needs doing this weekend."

"Being nice to people matters, being kind matters, and trying to help people matters to me, because I know the things that I've struggled on."

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Reflective Rebels Podcast

00:47 - Embracing Creativity and Music

13:09 - Turning point: Bell's Palsy

20:42 - Life Changes: Moving to the Lake District

23:55 - Life in Burnley: A Personal Reflection

27:54 - Finding Joy in Everyday Moments

31:57 - Appreciating the small things

33:44 - Coping with Challenges: Under the Acer tree

36:07 - Facing Uncertainty with Hope

47:12 - Thank you for listening


Mentioned in This Episode:

  • Bell's palsy and its long-term impact
  • Moving from Burnley to the Lake District
  • High-end hi-fi and album listening
  • Running to Doors and Rage Against the Machine
  • The Acer tree as a place of refuge
  • Eden Valley Hospice fundraising
  • The importance of having someone to trust


Support & Resources

If Craig's story has brought up difficult feelings or you're facing similar challenges, support is available:

  • Samaritans: samaritans.org - for anyone struggling with difficult emotions
  • Macmillan Cancer Support: macmillan.org.uk - for anyone affected by cancer
  • Mind: mind.org.uk - mental health information and support
  • Bell's Palsy Association: bellspalsy.org.uk - specific support and information
  • Eden Valley Hospice: edenvalleyhospice.org - the hospice Craig is fundraising for


If This Resonates...

Are you looking for your own anchors when life feels uncertain?

Craig's story reminds us that resilience isn't about having all the answers - it's about finding the small things that ground us, being kind to others, and trusting that we'll get through whatever comes next.

Join our email community for more honest stories about finding strength in difficulty and joy in unexpected places.

And if you're navigating your own challenging time - whether it's work, business, relationships, or life transitions - I'd love to explore how coaching can help you. Sometimes we all need support to see what we can't see ourselves. Email me ben@reflectiverebels.co.uk

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