The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett MrBallen (Former Navy SEAL): I Wasn't Sleeping, I Became A Raging Alcoholic! I Was Disowned By The SEALS! This Will Turn Your Life Around In 2025!
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Dec 12, 2024 
John Allen, a former Navy SEAL and founder of Ballen Studios, shares his journey from hitting rock bottom to becoming a top storyteller as MrBallen. He reveals the five transformative words that changed his life and discusses the harsh realities of Navy SEAL training. John dives into personal struggles with PTSD and alcoholism, shedding light on mental health issues after service. He also reflects on the power of storytelling and the emotional journey of reconciling his identity after leaving the military. This candid conversation offers invaluable life lessons on resilience and accountability.
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Early Failures and Family Contrast
- John Ballen's family had high academic achievements, contrasting with his rebellious, underachieving youth.
- This led to early failures, like near-expulsion from college and living in his mom's basement.
Rock Bottom Epiphany
- Hitting rock bottom in his mom's basement, Ballen had an epiphany, realizing his failures were his own fault.
- This self-awareness became a turning point, motivating him to set a goal of graduating college.
Choosing the SEALs
- After graduating, Ballen lacked direction but felt drawn to military service.
- He chose to become a Navy SEAL, seeking a challenging goal and a chance at reinvention.