Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
HWOM with Chris Thomson. Treading a new path.
HWOM with Chris Thomson. Treading a new path.
HWOM with Chris Thomson. Treading a new path.
Thursday 15th August 2024
Chris Thomson shares his battle with anxiety, rugby career, and how ultramarathons helped him cope. An inspiring story of resilience and mental health.
45 minutes
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Stuart Butler
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Episode Overview
- Chris Thomson discusses his rugby career and the onset of anxiety.
- Physical activities like running and cycling became his coping mechanisms.
- He ran 32 ultramarathons in 32 days across Scottish councils.
- The loss of a close friend to suicide deeply impacted him.
- Chris emphasises the importance of setting small, achievable goals.
I need to set a small goal. I need to work towards it and it needs to be something physical.
Chris Thomson joins Stuart Butler on Henry Weston's Old Mate the podcast to share his inspiring journey of battling anxiety and embracing physical challenges. Chris, a former rugby talent, opens up about his struggles with anxiety that began during his time at Loughborough University. Despite excelling in sports and academics, the pressure and competition led to a significant mental health battle.
Chris candidly discusses how he coped with anxiety through running and cycling, eventually taking on monumental challenges like running 32 ultramarathons in 32 days across Scottish councils. His story is one of resilience and transformation, showing how physical activity became his outlet for managing mental health. Chris also touches on the impact of losing a close friend to suicide, which motivated him to pursue these challenges and raise awareness about mental health.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation about the highs and lows of life, the importance of finding healthy coping mechanisms, and the power of community support. Whether you're struggling with anxiety or looking for motivation to tackle your own challenges, Chris's story is sure to resonate and inspire.