In this episode, Ben Rogers shares the quiet, lasting impact of being targeted for his weight from childhood through adulthood, and how he’s reshaped his life to protect his wellbeing.

Ben speaks openly about the legacy of bullying, self-esteem issues, and toxic male social dynamics. He reflects on how it feels to carry that history into his 30s, and the choices he’s made, from distancing himself from certain social circles to finding connection online and in female friendships.

Ben’s story is one of reflection, resilience, and choosing better for yourself, even when others won’t. If you’ve ever had to carry something someone else put on you, this one might stay with you.

Here are the timestamps for each of the five questions we cover in the show:

0:00 Dan’s opener and overview

2:25 Hello to Ben Rogers

4:49 Why have you come onto the show today?

6:16 Proper intro (Dan’s mistake!)

7:24 How was your last week?

9:23 How has your relationship with your mental health evolved?

36:25 What have been the lightbulb moments for you?

57:13 If someone facing a similar problem came to you today, what's the most important thing they can do?

If you'd like to chat with Ben about his experiences, reach out to him via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-rogers-7a056b54/

Get all the info you could possibly need about the show here: https://linktr.ee/goodenoughchats

If you have been affected by some of the issues addressed in this conversation, please know that you are not alone and there are some fantastic places you can turn to for help, including (but by no means limited to):

NHS, https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), https://www.thecalmzone.net/

Samaritans, https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

Mind, https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/where-to-start/