'Improvise... Adapt... Overcome' - these three words always resonated with Paul de Gelder, but they took on a whole new meaning after he was attacked by a shark in 2009. Paul was working as an elite Navy clearance diver, and the incident caused him to lose two limbs. 

In this episode, Paul and Ant reflect on that day and what saved his life, his mental health in recovery and how humour, resilience and a few good mates can get you through anything. 

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

LINKS
Follow Paul de Gelder on Instagram @pauldegelder
Find out more about Paul on his website https://www.pauldegelder.com/
Paul's book 'Shark' is out now and can be purchased here
Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

'Improvise... Adapt... Overcome' - these three words always resonated with Paul de Gelder, but they took on a whole new meaning after he was attacked by a shark in 2009. Paul was working as an elite Navy clearance diver, and the incident caused him to lose two limbs. 
In this episode, Paul and Ant reflect on that day and what saved his life, his mental health in recovery and how humour, resilience and a few good mates can get you through anything. 
Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit <a href="http://www.lifeline.org.au">www.lifeline.org.au</a>.
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow Paul de Gelder on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pauldegelder/?hl=en">@pauldegelder</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Paul on his website <a href="https://www.pauldegelder.com/">https://www.pauldegelder.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jackbeaumont_official/?hl=en"></a></li>
<li>Paul's book 'Shark' is out now and can be purchased <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0008529663/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_dl_2BDYXXGPD0PSFF4Q5YVP?linkCode=ml1&amp;tag=pauldegelde0f-20">here</a></li>
<li>Want to see Ant live on stage? Click <a href="https://www.tegdainty.com/tour/fear-bubble-your-life-your-time/">here</a> for his current tour dates.</li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/"></a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">https://www.antmiddleton.com/</a> </li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producers: Anna Henvest &amp; Edwina Stott Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Find more great podcasts like this at <a href="http://novapodcasts.com.au">novapodcasts.com.au</a>
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game.

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