Aflevering #9 | Robin Imthorn | "The Strength To Rise"

? Journeys of Empowerment ? - Episode 9 In this episode, I’m honored to sit down with Robin Imthorn, Marine, Author, Public Speaker, and living proof that healing is possible even in the face of deep trauma. Our conversation dives into resilience and the power of storytelling, tracing Robin’s path from military service to personal transformation. Robin’s journey is one of raw honesty and unwavering strength, shaped by his experiences growing up as a sensitive boy in a challenging family dynamic, navigating bullying at school, and ultimately pursuing his dream of becoming a Marine. We explore how his tours in Afghanistan led to PTSD, and how running marathons and sharing his story helped him find peace and purpose. Key Themes We Covered: ?? The Early Years: growing up sensitive in a tough environment, Robin shares how childhood experiences shaped his identity and his longing to serve in the military from a young age; ?? The Military and PTSD: Robin reflects on the intensity of his first deployments in Afghanistan, the trauma he carried home, and his battle with PTSD; ?? Healing Through Action: from marathons to writing his book "Levensvuur" [“Life’s Fire”], Robin highlights the role of physical and emotional endurance in his recovery, and his desire to help others by sharing his story. What stands out most about Robin is his courage to confront his past and turn it into fuel for growth. His reflections on overcoming adversity and finding purpose through movement and storytelling left me inspired—and I know they will do the same for you. Recommendations: - Healing isn’t linear: Robin’s story reminds us that the road to recovery is paved with persistence, self-compassion, and action; - Our pain can serve others: by sharing our journeys, we create space for others to heal and grow alongside us; - Physical and mental endurance go hand in hand: whether it’s running marathons or writing a book, pushing our limits can unlock new paths toward healing. How to reach out to Robin: - LinkedIn Robin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-imthorn-36741923/ - Website Robin: http://robinimthorn.nl  - Company Linkedin Robin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/robin-imthorn/ You can order the book via: - For a signed Copy pre-order the book before the 10th of January'25 via: https://www.scheltema.nl/boek?authortitle=robin-imthorn/levensvuur--9789021499482  - Bol: https://www.bol.com/nl/nl/p/levensvuur/9300000182187337/  Curious about the power of Positive Reinforcement?  - Check out our sponsor: https://neotopia.nl   And if this episode resonates, please rate and leave a review ???? Your support helps make sure more people can hear stories like Robin’s..stories that inspire, heal, and spark agency in others!