Sunny and Mayank sit with Ash Judd.

Ash was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) two years after being deployed in Afghanistan. In our conversation, Ash reflects on his time in the Australian Army, where he served as an infantry officer and his combat with the Taliban that shaped his outlook on the war. We touch on themes of mental health, resilience under pressure, the morality of war and what masculinity means today. Ash says that he has almost completely recovered from his PTSD and wants to provide a message of hope to those who have suffered the same illness, that one can have a long, happy and fulfilling life on the other end of seeking support.

~ Ash Judd ~

Instagram: @ashjudd_84

LinkedIn: Ash Judd

~ Key Resource ~

TEDx London Business School:

A long shadow: war, mental health and leadership | Ash Judd

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0NMDlkarvE

~ Bottled Up ~

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As always, Bottled Up is a passion project to help provide a voice to those many men who are going through the peaks and troughs of life. We are not trained professionals and if you're worried about someone close to you and their mental wellbeing, it's important to get professional advice.

Start a conversation with them and let them know that they're not alone and that there are many support resources out there - including friends, family, school chaplains and plenty more!

If you're feeling distressed or overwhelmed, Beyond Blue has a number of trained mental health professionals available 24/7 on 1800 512 348.

For immediate support, call Lifeline on 13 11 44 and in an emergency, always dial 000.

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Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

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