The Duratus Mind - Ep #27 - Geoff Thompson

The Duratus Mind - A podcast exploring all things mindset and motivation. Gaz, a former Special Forces Sergeant Major but now performance consultant, opens up his network to try and understand what motivates some to risk so much, why some are so driven, and what it really takes to achieve success in any sector.
Today's episode is Geoff Thompson, a BAFTA winning screenwriter: Author of fifty books, he has appeared on the Sunday Times bestseller list several times. His first book, Watch My Back, became a stage play, a BAFTA nominated film starring Ray Winstone, and a BIFA nominated featurefilm. Geoff has penned multi-award winning films for luminaries such as Ray Winstone, Paddy Considine, Orlando Bloom, Maxine Peake, Anne Reid, Alison Steadman and James Cosmo.
He is also one of the world’s highest ranking (8th dan) martial artists. Black Belt Magazine USA named him: “the most influential martial artist in the world since Bruce Lee”.
Instagram: @geoff_thompson_official
Notes from a factory floor: www.amazon.co.uk/Notes-Factor...
The Divine CEO: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/178904424...
Watch my back: www.amazon.co.uk/Watch-My-Bac...
Geoff' s TED talk on fear: • Conquering Fear | Geof...
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[@Sir-zl2nq]

the world can never have too many geoff thompson videos! keep them coming geoff!! ❤

[@samuelhumphrey5908]

First book I read by Geoff was "Animal Day" introducing The Fence idea. I know he got some grief for his spiritual aspects. It's the warrior path. Admitting the animal. Great interview!

[@DuratusUK]

Same, I was fascinated by that book - pure authenticity. Regards to his spirituality, Geoff cares not for any others opinions of his journey as i'm sure you're aware.

[@philpreston6406]

Great video Gaz.........Love reading Geoff's books. A very humble, sensitive, articulate human being. I always, learn something from Geoff's Writing.

[@DuratusUK]

Agreed, i've incredible respect for Geoff, such a warm, humble and honest guy.

[@JCMcGee]

A great talk...thanks for posting it.

[@David-yn5bs]

I have no idea how Geoff can walk the streets having Koed 300-500 ppl in his area, will literally need to 'watch his back' 24/7 for life! Love Geoff to bits, helped me out a lot:)

[@DuratusUK]

😂 he is an awesome guy! 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@jeremyminns5627]

Don't forget to entertain stranger's on the way for you have angels yet to meet. 🙏

[@JohnEJay-wh2th]

What a man!

[@DuratusUK]

Isn't he! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Craftbeerdude]

A truly inspiring man , drawn a lot from this one. Thanks

[@DuratusUK]

Isn't he just! Such an inspiration.

[@neilingham4897]

Thank you so much for this podcast. I think this one is my favorite so far. I had never heard of Geoff until watching this and he has just absolutely inspired me. I am now on a mission to consume as much of his writing as I can. Thanks again.

[@DuratusUK]

He's one of my favourites too. There's so much we can all learn from Geoff.

[@MysticWarrior1985]

A great interview, really enjoyed it. I'm familiar with Geoff's story but he always expands on a point or offers a unique insight each and every time. Great work Gaz. Thank you 🙏

[@DuratusUK]

Thank you. Geoff is an awesome guy👍🏼

[@azhivago2296]

Just want to thank you for doing these interviews. The channel is extremely enriching and your interview style is on point. It helps build confidence to be reminded the strongest and most successful of us are affected by fear, pain and insecurity. Just watched Geoff's TED talk thanks to this interview - amazing stuff.

[@DuratusUK]

Thank you for the kind words. I enjoy the chats first and foremost as i'm always learning still. The fact others can get value from them too makes me very happy. That reminds me to include Geoff's fear TED talk in the show notes - so thanks again!

[@no_excuses]

Another great podcast to spend time identifying, reflecting and understanding. It will hopefully sow the seed to 'know thyself'. Geoff's openness is a perfect example to us all to learn from our mistakes and find ways to let go of past experiences. It starts by empowering your inner true self to take proactive actions to access new opportunities which can change your future path in life. Gaz, please keep up your great work..

[@DuratusUK]

Thank you for your kind words Keri. Geoff has huge amounts of openess and we can all learn from that. Plenty more to come.

[@juliasmith6772]

Thanks so much. Really love this, have read many of Geoff’s books, just ordered The Divine CEO. The universe always delivers just what you need at the right time. All a great reminder to pay attention. I’ve spent years getting free of fears and just have some more showing up, so this is all very timely. I was also abused as a kid, last year I self published a book of poetry, some of which was about that healing journey and finding forgiveness. I haven’t shared the poetry much, fear again, so I will work on this now. Thanks again to you both.

[@DuratusUK]

Thanks Julia. I appreciate your comment. I'm so glad Geof has given you some inspiration and confidence to share your poetry. You really must!

[@marinefarmer7494]

Hi Gaz, be gentle with yourself when you start coming to terms with your past. I thought I was a nice guy until I followed Geoffs advice, he brings it up about 21min mark on your podcast. It can be a dark scary place and you have to be ready for what comes up. I am not as far done the path as Geoff and although he helps me now and again it can be overwhelming. Be gentle with yourself it's very powerful. Good luck on your path.

[@DuratusUK]

All good buddy. I don't struggle with coming to terms with my past as I've spent many years processing, reasoning and sharing all that with those closest to me. But i'm really pleased you're some way down that road too. Valuable stuff.

[@marinefarmer7494]

@@DuratusUK By that answer, sorry, but you have no idea what Geoff was talking about, Sorry to push.. read notes from a factory floor again. Don't need to reply. Go deeper nothing to do with talking to others, especially not talking to others..

[@DuratusUK]

@@marinefarmer7494 I can assure you I do my friend. I chose my words carefully. Sharing things with those closest to me isn't simply talking to others as you say. I have spoken with Geoff separately to the public podcast and can say with conviction that I have inner peace regards to my past.

[@marinefarmer7494]

@@DuratusUK Every door you kicked in, that was your house every person you shot. That was your Son, Daughter, Dad, mum.

[@marinefarmer7494]

when the Bible says love everyone as yourself, it means literally.. Sorry if I offend.

[@reggaerhodes862]

What a legend

[@DuratusUK]

Isn't he just!

[@marinefarmer7494]

Sorry 22.35. Obviously more in the book notes from a factory floor.. Life changing book.

[@annekevangenderen2923]

Thank you for this. I had never heard of Geoff before. What is the book he mentions at 1.17.23 . I have tried to figure it out with the help of Amazon. Alas, no result.

[@rigohook1160]

Ellis Amdur, duelling with O'sensei . It's on Amazon. If required, i try to send you a link, but i'm not good with this technical stuff....

[@lucianevans6025]

Chuck Norris killed 2 stones with one bird. Jeoff Thompson killed a thousand demons with one interview.

[@DuratusUK]

LOVE IT!