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Days Like These — True Stories
As Brenden Newton grows up along Sydney’s Northern Beaches in the 1990s, bodyboarding reigns supreme. He loves the physicality, how it brings him into such close contact with the water. And after a fateful trip to Tahiti, he decides to try going pro in the sport. But just as his career takes off, strange thoughts surface over and over, threatening to engulf his mind and his body. And Brenden has to re-build his life before taking on the biggest wave he’s ever encountered.
30:09•19 Jul 2022
Brenden Newton's Battle with the Mind: Surfing Through Life's Storms
“It's been the hardest thing I've ever faced, but I have thankfully come to a point where I have peace and I've never really tried to be anyone else. So I'm thankful that that was a part of me.”
Growing up on Sydney’s Northern Beaches in the '90s, Brenden Newton was a bodyboarding enthusiast, captivated by the sport's physical demands and the sheer thrill of being one with the ocean. His passion took him all the way to Tahiti, where he decided to chase his dream of going pro. But just as his career was set to soar, unexpected mental health challenges began to surface, threatening to pull him under.
In this gripping episode of 'Days Like These', Brenden opens up about his struggle with these dark thoughts and how they nearly derailed his life and career. You'll hear about his journey through these tumultuous times, the dangerous surfing experience that became a turning point, and his path to recovery and renewed faith. This episode is a powerful testament to resilience and finding peace amidst chaos.
Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration and understanding of mental health struggles, Brenden's story is a must-listen.
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