Joe Marler: From My Greatest Shame to Finding Purpose After England Retirement (E303)
Joe Marler is a professional rugby player known for his larger-than-life personality and candid discussions about the sport's challenges. In this episode, he joins Jake and Damian to shed light on the often-unspoken aspects of life as a rugby player, touching on his experiences, struggles, and the lessons he learned along the way.Joe reflects on the pivotal moments in his life that shaped his understanding of purpose, especially in relation to his family. He opens up about his mental health journey during his rugby days, reflecting on a specific incident from 2016 that brought about significant self-discovery.He also dives into his experiences with therapy, recounting his initial feelings of apprehension before meeting his therapist and how therapy has since helped him in processing his emotions and navigating the complexities of his career and personal life. Through these insights, Joe shares practical techniques that have helped him maintain his mental health, encouraging others to seek help when needed.This episode provides an honest and genuine look into the highs and lows of an athlete’s life beyond the field, exploring the personal growth that can come through vulnerability and self-acceptance.🚨 PartnersHuel 👉 Get £25 off the Taster Bundle. Unlock your offer here: http://huel.com/highperformanceHeights 👉 https://hppod.co/Heights Get 20% off your subscription by using Code: HP20FORA 👉 Claim a free day pass at any Fora workspace and find the perfect home for your business here: https://hppod.co/FORAHPHP Foundation 👉Do you want to kick-start an evolution that will change the lives of millions of children? Find out more about the High Performance Foundation: https://hppod.co/foundationHP Corporate Events 👉Click here to book High Performance Events: https://hppod.co/corporate-eventsExplore offers and discounts through our other partners:https://hppod.co/partners