Ep 43 - Isaac Kenyon - Mental Health Advocate, Adventurer, and Speaker

15/12/2023 58 min Episodio 44
Ep 43 - Isaac Kenyon - Mental Health Advocate, Adventurer, and Speaker

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CW - we mention suicidal thoughts and ideation in this episode
"Resilience is a reaction" - Isaac Kenyon talks how embracing failure, teamwork and nature have helped him manage his own mental health from a young age. 
Isaac Kenyon, is a British geoscientist, eco-adventurer and international keynote speaker, who has undertaken world-record achievements while raising money and awareness for charities, with the teams he assembles. He has rowed 3000 miles unsupported across the Atlantic Ocean, completing a full Ironman with a 15kg weighted vest, and cycled from Orkney Islands  to Isles of Scilly through many of the 15 UK national parks.


With a Geoscience masters degree, a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and trustee of Mind mental health charity he connects the planet and well-being.


Issac lost male friend to suicide during his time at university, an event that profoundly impacted him and fuelled his commitment to mental health advocacy. He has also faced his own anxiety and panic disorder, even experiencing suicidal thoughts.


Isaac's states his purpose is clear: creating a positive impact. He founded 'Climate Explorers,' a B Corporation uniting adventure, well-being, and sustainability leadership. As a speaker, he transforms organisations into high-performing, sustainable powerhouses, valuing mental well-being for extraordinary results.
Follow Isaac here:
Instagram: @isaac_kenyon
Website: https://www.isaackenyon.com/

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