Setting New Life Goals - Kris BoysonSetting New Life Goals - Kris Boyson
Marnie's Home Truths
Marnie chats to reality TV star and personal trainer Kris Boyson about how being stabbed put an end to his dreams of becoming a professional footballer. Kris also talks about the mental health challenges of finding a new purpose for his life.
26:17•17 Aug 2021
Kris Boyson: Redefining Life After a Career-Ending Injury
“I feel like the older generation don't really. Because back then it was just pull yourself together, wasn't it? Yeah, and I always say, I say to all my clients that suffer with anxiety and depression, I said it's the expectation that makes us ill, because if we had no expectation of where we should be, we're not going to feel crap about ourselves if we're only here, you know.”
What happens when your dreams are shattered in an instant? Kris Boyson knows this all too well. In this episode of 'Marnie's Home Truths', Kris sits down with Marnie Simpson to share his journey from aspiring professional footballer to reality TV star and personal trainer. A brutal stabbing incident abruptly ended his football career, leaving him to grapple with the daunting task of finding a new direction in life.
Kris opens up about the mental health struggles that followed, including the difficulty of expressing his feelings and the pressure of public scrutiny from his time on reality TV. His story is not just about overcoming physical injury but also about setting new life goals and finding purpose. Kris offers practical advice on improving mental health, emphasizing the importance of setting achievable goals and finding activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
He also touches on the significance of not comparing oneself to others and managing expectations. This episode is a raw and inspiring conversation that sheds light on resilience and personal growth. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that might just inspire you to set new goals and find your own path to well-being.
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