In moments of extreme danger, the anticipated emotions of fear and panic often do not reflect the actual experience. Instead, feelings of embarrassment and shame may dominate, particularly when one feels responsible for endangering others. The survivor’s thoughts quickly shift to loved ones, underscoring a profound connection to those outside the traumatic moment. This highlights the disparity between expected reactions in life-threatening situations and the reality of human emotions, which can be shaped by personal responsibility and relationships.
Mark Ormrod, award-winning author, coach, mentor, motivational speaker and sought-after ambassador, was born and raised in Plymouth, Devon and in 2001 realised his lifelong ambition of joining the Royal Marines.
On Christmas Eve 2007, whilst serving on operations in Afghanistan with 40 Commando Royal Marines, he was blown up by an Improvised Explosive Device, resulting in the traumatic amputation of both legs and his right arm and was twice pronounced dead.
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