<p>Cricket superstar Ben Stokes goes beyond the highlights to share the moments that shaped him long before the spotlight.</p><br><p>In this episode, Ben reflects on growing up in a fiercely competitive sporting family, choosing between rugby and cricket, and the setbacks that forged his mindset. He talks honestly about pressure, failure, and the work ethic that’s carried him through the toughest moments of his career.</p><br><p>Ben also shares insights on leadership and personal growth, including his evolving relationship with alcohol and what compassion really means when you’re responsible for others.</p><br><p>This episode is about hard work, self-awareness, and leading with purpose, on the pitch and beyond.</p><br><p>Simba 👉 Spencer knows progress starts with recovery. Sleep better with Simba, start your 200-night trial now:</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/ut-simba-au&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Hive 👉 Take control of your home energy - smart, simple, and built for you. Find out more here:</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/ut-hive-au&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Heights 👉 Stay sharp like Spencer. 20% off Heights with code UT20</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/20&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>Visit Seattle 👉</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/visitseattle-ut-au</p><br><p>WHOOP 👉 Join Spencer in untapping your own potential with 1 month free here:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>https://highpfrmc.com/Whoop-au</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>