Shawn Ryan Show #92 Christian Craighead - SAS Operator
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Jan 15, 2024 Christian Craighead, a former SAS operator, shares his remarkable journey as a hero who saved over 700 lives during a terrorist attack in Nairobi. He reflects on the challenges of military life, including personal trauma and the importance of faith. Craighead discusses the complexities of government responses to military actions and the emotional aftermath of intense missions. He also explores how his childhood shaped his purpose, the camaraderie within elite forces, and the transformative power of resilience amidst adversity.
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Childhood Trauma and Revenge
- Christian Craighead was tortured by older boys when he was eight.
- Years later, he encountered one and enacted revenge.
Childhood Violence
- As a child, Craighead was shot with an air rifle by older kids.
- In another incident, he was put in a sack and it was set on fire.
Impact of Childhood Violence
- Craighead reflects on how early exposure to violence shaped his values.
- He developed intolerance for bullies and a desire to protect the vulnerable.
