#045 - The Brutal Truth About Hitting Rock Bottom!

Matty and Rob sit down with Graeme, a bloke who's been through more tough times than most of us can imagine—failed relationships, losing trust in everyone, being an estranged father. But the best part? He’s come out the other side, running a successful business and proving that rock bottom isn’t the end—it’s just the start of a comeback.

Graeme opens up about navigating life’s darkest moments, why so many blokes bottle things up, and how he turned his biggest failures into his biggest wins. This episode is raw, real, and a reminder that feeling lost doesn’t make you weak—it’s what you do next that counts.

No fluff, just straight talk. Tune in.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:22 - Welcome to the Better Bloke Podcast

00:02:13 - Relatability and Averageness

00:03:00 - Graham's Early Career and Impulsivity

00:07:06 - Imposter Syndrome and Overworking

00:09:10 - Family Court and Fatherhood Challenges

00:12:04 - Success vs. Trauma

00:20:31 - Suicidal Thoughts and Depression

00:23:25 - Therapy and Permission to Feel

00:27:04 - Catalyst for Change and Therapy Experience

00:34:45 - Vulnerability and Gratitude

00:38:05 - Perspective and Small Wins

00:39:26 - Building Manhood and Resilience

00:40:06 - Reconnecting with Son and Family