Breaking The World Record For Longest Kill & Battling PTSD | Extraordinary Lives Podcast |
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2022
- This the first episode of the brand new Extraordinary Lives: Minutes With Podcast.
In this episode we talked to Craig Harrison, who was a highly-trained British Army sniper, who’s best-known for once holding the world record for the longest kill. Craig was used to taking out Taliban machine gunners but his exceptional career took its toll, pushing him to the very brink.
Warning: this episode contains some graphic descriptions and discussion of suicidal feelings.
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I'm not a veteran but you are a great person ❤️ please help others and for God's sake don't hurt your self God bless you 🙏
This man id very literal definition and embodiment of a hero, never let anyone tell you anything different #LoveVeterans0
@@adamwalker8649🎉🎉🎉😂🎉
You should do a video with Tanya, for her opinion of how she coped. This could really help other wives and partners know how to cope with it.
Yesss get Tanya on, if she would do it!
Great idea!
@@yepi3345 How is it desperate to want to help others? Yes, he ends up retelling his stories but his bottom line is getting help to those in need. He speaks with heart, isn't shy about emotion (coming from a military family ... emotion wasn't his strongest suit), and understands the lack of appropriate services. I truly hope you are just trolling, and not heartless.
@@lesliesteele3926 well said
@@yepi3345 You insensitive , cold hearted individual ...how much service have you given for your country ?
Have you ever put your head on the block ? i have no doubt that the answer is no to both questions.
The man is suffering from the consequences of his loyal service & all you can say is he's looking for attention.
You heartless git...be careful what path you take in life as the next stone you place your feet on my not be as stable as you think & everything crumbles around you.
PTSD is nothing to sneeze at, Craig is an absolute living Legend for battling through all of his demons (including fighting suicide and depressing) in and out of the battle field. The simple fact that the military dispatched him when they found out he had PTSD is actually heartbreaking, there is no respect given to veterans once they leave. Militaries everywhere need to give more support to those in serious need, epically when it comes to soldiers risking there lives 24/7; and taking accountability to actually fixing mental health rather then dispatching people and making it worse smh. Thank you for your service Craig!
Achoo! 🤧
I've had the pleasure to speak to Craig, he is first and foremost a gentleman who is inspirational to so many. Was so gutted for him when I learned Betsy had passed away, she was clearly a major rock in his life. Keep strong mate.
Stay strong Craig. I say stay strong because you clearly already are. Job well done mate. Enjoy life for Betsy and all of us who you sacrificed for.
this guy is so desperate for attention
@@yepi3345 grow up basement dweller
Yep I and c u two r at the bottom of a barrel that’s been turned to slug! 🤯🤬
When you get the likes of Craig Harrison and Tyson Fury talking about their mental health and the lows they’ve been through it helps other men talk about what they’re going through without the stigma and shame that many of us feel, such an accomplished and capable man but you can literally see his heart breaking at some of the things he’s been through, it’s good to see he’s finding some happiness on this journey now though
Also Paddy the baddy, up and coming UFC superstar. Won his last fight and used his victory speech as an opportunity to raise awareness around mental health and to combat the stigma. All top notch, quality, exceptional blokes.
Yh a lot of respect to this man hope he finds his comfort zone
I served a huge chunk of my career with Craig, funny, motivating, driven, and also just a top guy to be around. I didn’t always think that on PT sessions while getting my arse kicked, but he will always be a friend and a true warrior, someone I used to look up to x
Did you wipe his ass????? …… plz tell me the whole
“brotherly ass wiping”
thing is made up BULLSHIT for a good bar story to tell
Apart from his incredible stories of his time in the military, and everything he's been through and dealt with himself, it's incredible for him to come on something like this and say 'if you're struggling and don't have anyone to talk to, talk to me.' By doing that he's potentially saving lives in just as real a way as he did by taking out those gunners in Afghanistan and I have huge respect for what he's doing helping people like that.
The way Craig talks about ptsd with such clarity is really amazing. I have complex post traumatic stress disorder and have been in therapy since I was 10 years old. This means so much to me.
Keep your chin up mate!!
Every time I watch him, he is an inspiration. I am no military background but I suffer with mental health and to see a man like you pull through gives me the strength to think hopefully I can too. What a man and LEGEND, well done fella
As being an ex squaddie myself serving in 1st Battalion rifles and doing 2 tours of Afghan I can't express how hard it is to explain and express to people the kind of things you deal with over there, from emotions to situations. Craig, you're inspiring to everyone and you've been through a lot and I respect you, we can tell your emotions through your voice and body language. I also have to agree with the lack of help for veterans suffering from PTSD its awful.
Massive respect to Craig. There's people walking around today because this man did his job well. Thank you for your service 👍👍
Finished his book just a few weeks ago but really looking forward to listening to this
Is the book any good?
What is the name of his book?? I would love to read it . Thank you
Does he say how he lost his finger by any chance?
@@wm2922 yeah I would recommend! Some crazy stories in there and got me really emotional at the end
@@carolyndelong4737 it’s called longest kill
Thank u so much for having him back on and for doing this video. His story and his emotions and the fact that he can show it's ok to get emotional because of what he's gone through, is indescribable. I don't know the words to express my gratitude and my aw for him and his wife for sticking by him and for getting him to this point in his life. I've been a caregiver for many disabled and dying veterans and the shit some of them have gone through for us and our countries is nightmare fuel. I truthfully don't know what to say or how to say it, but thank u. I wish the best for u and ur family.
Oh gosh I was worried about what would happen when Betsy passed away. I'm glad you are still here Craig. You show us all that we can keep putting one foot ahead of the other.
Oh no betsy 😢 I could listen to Craig speaking all day. Thank you for sharing your stories and being honest about PTSD and mental health 🙏
It is absolutely unbelievable how he talks about immense pain with such composure. I really admire him
23 years and at the end of the day you're just a number to the army. That's the thanks you get after all the hardship you and others went through when on active duty. Wish you luck on your new project in helping others.
My dog saved my life too bro. Keep on keepin on man bettsy loves you.
I went back to watch some of Craig's earlier interviews. I must say... He was so impressive, but he was looking slightly rough. He is looking and sounding so good now! Really handsome, polished, positive and put together. I'm so happy to see!
My old man was in 2 para in the late 60's/early 70's, served in Rhodesia (before it became Zimbabwe) and then northern Ireland. He didn't speak much about what he saw but he always had serious anger issues which could of been down to that but the support ex service personnel get is disgusting. They put your life on the line to fight their battles and then forget about you after the worse that can happen, happens.
I’m from Leominster mate, stone throw from Hereford. All the love mate. My ptsd is bad but not as bad as yours. Mental Illness is fucking real and more support should be available particularly in Herefordshire ❤
Just the fact the army never helped him once they removed him shows what kinda people they really are this man deserves everything & more! After seeing this interview I could never see myself ever wanting to join the army such a horrible way of life
Shining a light, on the Chinese, influence propaganda, helps.
I love interviews with Craig because he's so open and honest and never tries to big himself up (he doesn't need to). SO sorry that Betsy passed away. Our pets are so much part of our family.
Lots of other comments on here about the amazing support that his wife, Tanya has provided, and we really need to do more to help both our troops AND their number one support systems - their partners/families.
I wish Craig and Tanya all the peace and happiness that they so richly deserve. RIP Betsy.
What an absolute GEM of a human being! Craig you should be very proud of yourself, to have gone through the things you have and be sat there and still offering yourself and your time to help and support others is just beyond commendable! So glad your Betsy was there for you on one of your darkest days and I'm sure will always be with you until the day you meet again, but not for a good while yet my man, as you have so much more to offer the good people of this country/world. You stay strong Craig! Love and best wishes to you and your family.
I have mental health problems just from growing up.seen alot of bad things done alot of bad things and suffered from alot of bad things took lots of therapy over the years in a much better place now. Mental health is terminal but you can learn to manage it. This video really hits hard on my mental scars it's always nice to share pain no matter how painful it is thanks soldier.
That’s good to hear.
Great to see Craig again. Great man, would love to just sit down with him and chat.
Seems like a proper good bloke with a great support network.
I'm sorry to hear about your dog, dogs are family and losing them is so tough. Godspeed mate.
That is the best interview I’ve seen on this channel, what a guy! Nice one ladbible tv for giving this man a voice and showing the world how poorly we treat our veterans. We should be ashamed.
Fantastic, thanks for featuring Craig, LADbible. We need to hear more from this man.
What an episode of strength, inspiration and honesty I honestly hope he gets all the funding and more he needs to make the project he started, what a guy, we as a country need to support our veteran's they give us there life we need to show them at any cost our appreciation, God bless Craig x
Ste. Slater
Keep him coming. His story and perspective are so powerful and important. Always enjoy watching his episodes!
This is the first time I have heard of you Craig. I just want to say what a solid individual you are & a true leader of men.
Im a English civilian but have had my low points in life & I 100% understood
Your story of your beautiful dog/soul mate. I been there too at that moment/cross roads & if it had not been for my dog I would not be here today.
Thank you for touching my soul & showing me what a real human is all about. 🙏
Just your words for your wife, family & your inner strength has made me feel strong again, thank you so much & really hope you get everything you want got the rest of your life
Massive respect brother. Thankyou for your service. Incredible bravery. 🙏
Wow this podcast is intense. I could listen to Craig for ever. My best wishes to him and his family! Additionally, I want to send every British Soldier my deepest respect. Luckily, I got acquainted to a few here in Germany on night outs and in the gym. Awesome guys! Really fantastic and honourable men.
Amazing interview. Each interview with Craig gets better and better. What a hero he is. I could listen to him for hours. Gripping to say the least.
Craig and Tanya are both amazing people, Craig has opened my eyes to mental health, i dont suffer myself so iv always been a bit nieve towards it... iv watched his ladbible video multiple times and it always brings a tear to my eye.. I would love to one day meet him just to shake his hand and tell him how incredible he is and how incredible the work he does for others is.. he should be proud of all his achievements.. LEGEND
And all this time I thought it was just us in the US who didn't give our veterans the care and support that they deserve. Heartbreaking to find out that this goes on in other countries as well.
Thankyou for this interview. This guy deserves this record because of his honest humble manner
Such an inpirational man. A lot of demons to deal with daily and how he copes is just incredible. So much respect.
As a person who also had had enough of life several years ago, and pulled through due to my Autistic Boy, Its fantastic that Craig, a physical giant can talk about this, and with this help countless numbers of people. well done that man.
45:01 23 yrs of service of killing, getting blow up, watching death happen and the crown gives him 30% retirement pay; absolutely shameful
54:01 incredible work; he's willing to work for free to help those w/ ptsd
57:01 makes himself available on insta-incredible
This guy's videos are my favourite BY FAR. Simply inspirational and informative - didn't know he'd written about it so gonna get the book 👌🏻
Cheers Craig for telling your story. Your a proper hero mate - not for all the Military career, but the mental battles youve over come - Well done mate, take massive heart in the people youve helped just talking about your life.
This man is doing great things by sharing his story. You can truly feel his pain in his words. God bless him and all those like him who suffer from PTSD.
Craig you are a legend, no one can ever imagine the things and places you’ve seen and been to. Never ever dwell on or regret anything you’ve done in your career your a true gent and an inspiration for any want to soldier. All the best to you.
Had no idea this absolute legend was on again, thank you so much for bringing him on again LADbible! Craig, if you ever read this, you have a great head on your shoulders man. Wish you the best from Sweden!
Always a pleasure to listen to Craig. Hope you are doing well!
People like Craig talking about mental health issues take courage and helps so many others think they can speak about how they feel . The story around the dog and the suicide attempt was tear jerker for people like me whose dogs got them through some really shitty times.
Amazing interview, very honest and heart wrenching. Thank you, genuinely I needed to hear this. The Interviewer is also amazing!...great questions and very empathetic. 💖
Wow Craig is fantastic his will to give back and support - real hero we’re lucky to have him.
Outstanding. Great respect to Craig and the team for bringing this story to us. Thank you🙏
So much for the supposed contract between the Government and the military for supporting the soldiers and taking care of them in their hours, weeks,months and years of need when they are injured, and hurting both physically and mentally. The lack of medical and mental support is unforgivable😢
Fantastic human being. Much love Craig! ❤️
what a F****G video what a guy. What a soul. What a story. Craig your incredible mate I never served but have CTPTSD BPD from childhood trauma and stuff can't imagine the intenseisty from your PTSD can't imagine. Your a legend. Your where boy mate and just where in this machine. Your increbile mate keep fighting dude. Let the tears flow your a true man a true hero. I know you think your mot but your a lovely guy and saved so many lives. I'm so glad you have your school I hope to god I can end up coming I just lost my dog of 19-20 human years I've been on my own and she was all had she stopped me doing the thing so many times I couldn't leave her. Wish you all the best you and your family it's beautiful yiur love story aswell. All the best woth the school.and holidays to you both.
Up most respect to this guy for speaking out, and willing to help others.
This nan here is an absolute inspiration to many, the army lacks severely in after care for our soldiers and this needs to change and change now
Craig keep up the great work.
And keep rubbing them socks together..
Love bushcraft all the best Lee
thank you for service you brave man!
Very powerful interview. Wishing you the best of luck for the future. You deserve it..
3 mins in and I noticed Craig looks really well, I hope by him telling us his story has helped him with his ptsd , I’ve said it before I wish him and family all the best and I love listening to him tell us about his time in the army, thank you Craig and god bless x
Unbelievable, I pray for you and your family and I really really appreciate your fight and love for our country’s . I can’t even imagine what you have endured . You are sharing a small amount of 20 years so keep fighting for yourself and your family , stay strong . It must be hard to see how we just left Afghanistan after everything you and others have been through for our freedom . Just know that I am grateful for everything!! ❤
What?
Absolutely love this guy.
What a gentleman and inspiration for everything he has seen and done.
I just hope that someone from the government see these podcasts and kick something into action for current serving members across all platforms, be it military, fire and rescue, police and NHS to get the support these people not only need but 100% absolutely and positively deserve!
Watched all his interviews and never get less hard to hear! So sorry about your dog passing 😢✌️
Yes! Super glad you got Craig back. Such an interesting guy.
Truly compelling Podcast. Brilliant interviewing skills and Craig explains his experiences in great detail. Thank you for your service Craig.
What a guy, huge respect for his perseverance
What a top bloke,every podcast I watch of Craig gives another layer of respect and admiration.
What a lovely guy you can see the pain hes carried for years of service fought for his country come home a broken man i can't begin to imagine what life on tours was like ive obviously seen films and seen some of the situations they have been in and choices they have had to make but to actually live it i have the up most respect for him and people who have served 🙏
Incredible story - This guys is a bad ass combat vet and is a great ambassador. He deserves so much more support from the MOD. Thanks for your service man, hope you find peace
What an inspirational guy. Incredible story. Thank you for sharing
What a guy, what a life. Colorful language too. Great interview
Criag is my admire most person. Glad to hear about his life again. Thanks.
Trying to articulate the correct words for you Craig, you’re an inspiration & thank you for your service and sharing your story ❤
This man is a true hero. Excellent content. Please please invite him back in the future
This man is just sensational. Kudos to ladbible for letting him tell his stories on this platform, truly sensational and moving story. The things he says about his wife and his dog just brought me in tears even though this isn't the first time I'm hearing him talk about it. Much love Craig, it takes a lot of heart and courage to still be kicking after what you have gone through. R.I.P Betsy.
A remarkable interview about humanity, reminding me that soldiers are more just some casually referenced news items - each has a whole life they are living.
Such a great man. Wish him all the happiness and success for the future.
I love how the interviewer (not sure of his name, apologies) was clearly interested and engaged which is amazing to see, he clearly was really enjoying learning about Craig’s experiences ❤
I don’t cry ever but Craig you made this man cry
His life to date is such an interesting story and he tells it so well. Amazing guy!
Craig is one of the nicest people I've had the pleasure to meet, PTSD is hard to live. He is a legend
What a top man, obviously his military journey must have taken an awful lot of courage and skill, but it’s his obvious compassion for people struggling and desire to help that makes him so inspiring and likeable
Sir, you have my respect and admiration, well done, and good luck.
What a lovely bloke, loved listening to his story ❤️ much love man hang in there never take anything out on yourself battle it out your a warrior 💪 never take the easy way out 👊❤
This guy is my hero and what an inspiration. Craig Harrison thank you for your service
Followed craigs story for a while now, so heartbreaking to hear of betsy passing! He looks well and i hope he is, animal's especially dogs are truly great companions and incredible emotional support. ❤👊💪. His will is admirable.
I could listen to this bloke all day. So inspirational 💙💙
One of the best lads you ever featured on Ladbible!
I love this guy. Craig, we need more of you.
A man who found purpose. Pretty rare.
Good interview, great guest.
Third time, i see this bloke here.
He seems to be a really tough and kind guy.
I hope he's doing well at all-my best wishes
Powerful stuff, total respect 🙏
The word to describe how amazing this is have not been out in any dictionary yet , my man have lived through the past , still in the present and laser focus on the future.
This dide right here. He a real one and i apprecoage him spreading his experience. I suffer a very different but Similiar brain injury and he makes me feel like im not alone. With how i isolate and get snappy. Uncontrollable depression and suicidal thoughts even when things are ok. I cant relate with this guy even though we come from completely different backgrounds
Your 1000 times the man than I'll ever be. Ty for your service.
Craig you are a star ,a hero ,and an absolute inspirational man of a role model ,really love you mate .
Amazing man, inspiring to say the least. No matter how often I watch your interviews, the frankness and honorary with which you talk about your experience is both heart breaking and inspiring. But what a turn around, so great that you can now coach, inspire and help other people. Hats off to you sir!!
watched from start to end.... didn't miss a minute! This guy needs to write a book!
Craig, your little friend will always be in your memory and cannot be replaced. But I would strongly suggest you get another dog, but of different breed. The support you can get from a loving dog is amazing. Best wishes to you and Tonya.
I’m so sry Betsy passed I remember her from the last video and everytime I see ur videos I always end up crying for both sadness and happiness and I hope u and ur wife are still doing ok
Great to see you again, what a hero 👏🏻
The epitome of a gentle giant. Wish he had literally any care from the army after all he has gone through, as all veterans deserve, it should be the bare minimum to provide basic care to the humans they send in to warzones.