Today’s guest is James Boardman. James is a former Royal Marine Commando Sniper and Physical Trainer. He served for a total of 9 years and during that time deployed to Afghanistan as part of a 6 man sniper team. James finished his career as a sergeant in the Royal Marines, and spent the last 4 years of his service developing the physical, mental and emotional levels of recruits, preparing them to go to war straight out of training.In 2011, James left the Royal Marines to pursue a family life to be present for his 2 children , but he found the first few years unforgiving as he struggled to come to terms with being back to a normal life.James’ incredible journey through PTSD, divorce, depression, drinking, and near suicide led him to start his first successful business, Bootcamp, and later, he started The Man Coach with the sole purpose of helping men become Elite Operators in life. He aims to help men that were in the same position as he was when leaving the military - lost, struggling to find out who they are and where they’re going. In 2020, James started a new company called Time Domination, which helps business owners overcome time and energy management issues.Listen as we discuss:What was it like going to war and fighting other humans?The transition from the military to normal, open-ended life.The process of Self-Audit and accepting where you are right now.The Four Pillars: Health, Relationships, Personal Development, and Career.Maintaining your happy state is as big a win as progressing.Gratitude is the key to not feeling sorry for yourself.Turn yourself into a Swiss army knife.You're either basing your life on your career or your career on your life.The most important relationship is with yourself.Instagram: @mo_gawdatFacebook: @mo.gawdat.officialTwitter: @mgawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.com/podcastConnect with James Boardman on Instagram @the_man_coach, Facebook @themancoachJB, Twitter @boardman15james, and his website, themancoach.boardmanjames.com Don't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Sunday and Thursday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappyMy new book, Scary Smart, is releasing September 30. Pre-order your copy here starting mid-July.