Ex-Special Forces Commando: Surviving a Taliban Bomb, Losing Both Legs & Defying The Odds To Become a National Hero!

Life, Money & Love with Dylan Mullan

In this episode, I sat down with Damien Thomlinson, a true Australian hero whose life story will leave you speechless. Damien is an Ex-Special Forces Commando who served in the most elite and dangerous role in the military. His life took a shocking turn on April 3rd 2009 when his unit drove over a Taliban bomb in Southern Afghanistan whilst out on night patrol.

The explosion was catastrophic, resulting in the loss of both his legs and severe injuries to his body. Despite all odds, Damien survived – and his journey since then has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Damien went on to represent Australia at the Invictus Games not once but twice, walked the grueling Kokoda Trail, and become a best-selling author of the book Without Warning.

Throughout the podcast, Damien opens up about his experiences in the military, the challenges he faced during his recovery, and the mindset that helped him push through the darkest moments. He offers practical advice on how to stay strong in the face of adversity, how to find purpose after tragedy, and how to live life without limits.

In this episode:

• Damien’s Transition from Special Forces to Civilian Life - How Damien went from the elite ranks of the military to navigating life after a devastating injury that cost him his legs.
• Surviving a Taliban Bomb - The night in Southern Afghanistan that changed Damien’s life forever and the sheer willpower it took to survive.
• Rebuilding Life After Tragedy - The emotional and physical challenges Damien faced as he adapted to life without legs and found new purpose.
• Lessons in Overcoming Adversity - The mindset and strategies Damien uses to overcome obstacles and continue achieving his goals.
• Living Life Without Limits - Damien’s philosophy on life after his injury, focusing on how he refuses to be defined by his past and encourages others to do the same.
• Walking the Kokoda Trail - The incredible story of how Damien conquered one of the world’s toughest trails despite his injuries.
• Acting in Hacksaw Ridge - Damien recounts his experience of acting along side Andrew Garfield in the hit film directed by Mel Gibson.

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