In this thought-provoking episode of Death: A Changing Industry, we sit
down with Ollie Ollerton, ex-special forces soldier, SAS: Who Dares Wins
instructor, best-selling author, and influential speaker. Ollie shares
his compelling journey from the shadowy world of special forces
operations to the spotlight of a popular television show, and his deeply
personal experience with resilience in the face of trauma.
As an advocate for self-empowerment and personal growth, Ollie offers
unique insight on how to deal with bereavement and trauma. He stresses
the importance of grieving, recognizing it as a necessary process for
healing. With his own struggles as a backdrop, he emphasizes the dangers
of avoiding pain through substance misuse and the power of facing
personal demons head-on.
Ollie touches on various topics from the importance of bereavement
awareness in schools to the changing landscape of funeral services in
the UK. The conversation also delves into his personal experiences with
death and grief, his approach to life as a continuous project, and his
ongoing quest for self-discovery and transformation.
Listen in as Ollie and our host explore the intricacies of resilience,
self-growth, and the shifting industry of death in this heart-warming
and inspiring episode.
