#84 Marc Wallert | Strength Through Crises: Surviving 140 Days Kidnapped in the Jungle

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Marc Wallert is a resilience expert, keynote speaker, and author best known for surviving a 140-day hostage ordeal in the Philippine jungle in 2000. Drawing on this life-changing experience, he helps individuals and organizations build resilience and thrive through crises.
Marc shares insights on leadership, mental strength, and stress management through his keynotes and his book, "Strength Through Crises," where he emphasizes the power of acceptance and optimism in overcoming challenges​(
Marc and his wife are fellow travelers; we have met them through the worldschooling community. When we first heard Marc's story, we knew that we wanted to record an episode with him.
In this episode, Marc shares the extraordinary story of being held hostage in the Philippine jungle. He recounts the life-changing experience of being abducted, the mental strategies that helped him survive, and how he turned a terrifying crisis into a source of strength.
Marc’s journey offers powerful lessons on resilience, personal growth, and navigating life’s toughest challenges.
🗓️ Recorded August 12th, 2024. 📍 Aviemore, Heathfield, United Kingdom
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Chapter

1. Surviving 140 Days of Kidnapping (00:00:00)

2. Personal Growth and Resilience (00:16:22)

3. Navigating Life's Direction (00:27:36)

4. Exploring Resilience and Overcoming Challenges (00:35:15)