Ben Aldridge

Ben Aldridge is the bestselling author who stepped outside of his comfort zone to tackle mental health, head-on. In the pursuit of self-improvement, the once anxiety ridden Ben, threw himself into adventures to establish mental strength beyond his fears, and now he champions others to do the same. Challenging his mind, body and faith, Ben has established qualities that help him, and others, in fighting their demons, and it all started with stepping out of his comfort zone.

Ever wanted to learn a new language, climb a mountain or solve the infamous Rubik’s Cube; Ben has. In the process of taking on challenges, often feats that others can only dream of doing, Ben learned about himself, his limits, and his ambitions, a process that has changed his outlook on life, and his comfort zone. Whether he’s reaching the summit of the Signalkuppe Alps, or memorising an entire deck of cards, Ben applies the same qualities of resilience and self-belief to ensure completion and success.

Harnessing all he’s learned from his personal challenges, Ben discusses the highs and lows his adventures have taken him on, with audiences of his speaking engagements. As a speaker, Ben’s down to earth and relatable nature resonates with guests, as he instills the same self-belief in them as he developed. Discussing the importance of mental health, and how to overcome mental health struggles is at the forefront of Ben’s talks, in addition to his fresh perspective on philosophy which influences his outlook on life. A truly humble yet inspirational speaker, Ben empowers audiences to step out of their comfort zone, to reap the rewards of a fulfilled life.

Backed by his personal journey to overcome crippling anxiety through establishing mental resilience, Ben has put his learning into a helpful guide, the bestselling book ‘How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable’. Using the creative techniques set out in his publication, and shared at his speaking engagements, individuals can overcome their self-imposed limitations and develop essential resilience for a positive lifestyle.