Ben Aldridge
Author and speaker on Stoic philosophy, comfort zones, mental health, resilience and adventure
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About Ben Aldridge
Ben’s latest book has been shortlisted for the prestigious Information Book Awards 2025, further cementing his reputation as a thought leader in personal growth and self-improvement. Alongside his books, he has also created a deck of comfort zone challenge cards that encourage audiences to test their limits in fun and accessible ways.
Ben’s keynote, How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable, is his most popular talk. Candid and relatable, it charts his journey of overcoming severe anxiety through hundreds of quirky and unconventional challenges—from running a marathon in his back garden and climbing the equivalent of Everest on his stairs, to walking a banana in public and facing his fear of needles through acupuncture. These stories not only entertain but also equip audiences with actionable strategies to boost resilience and reframe discomfort as an opportunity for growth.
An experienced speaker, Ben has delivered talks for global corporates including Microsoft, Credit Suisse and Capital One, as well as for schools, the NHS, and major festivals such as the Mind Body Spirit Festival. His audiences range from intimate workshops to auditoriums of over 2,000 people, and he consistently adapts his content to resonate with diverse groups—whether in the boardroom, classroom, or conference hall.
Regularly featured on TV, radio, and leading podcasts, Ben’s dynamic and personable style makes him a standout speaker for any event. Whether inspiring teams to embrace change, supporting leaders to build resilience, or equipping individuals with tools for stronger mental health, Ben Aldridge empowers audiences to step bravely beyond their comfort zones and discover what they’re truly capable of.
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Ben’s speech topics include, but are not limited to:
- Resilience
- Mental Health
- Stoicism
- Comfort Zones
How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable (June 2020 – Watkins Publishing)
Ben’s first book is about his journey with anxiety and panic attacks and how he used weird and wonderful challenges to help him understand and manage this anxiety.
How to Control the Uncontrollable (June 2022 – Welbeck Publishing)
Ben’s second book is all about Stoic philosophy and how this can help us to build resilience.
Get Out of Your Comfort Zone Cards (February 2022 – Watkins Publishing)
Ben’s deck of challenge cards help users to get out of their comfort zones in a variety of different ways.
Seriously Happy (September 2024 – Quarto Publishing)
This is Ben’s general philosophy book aimed at teenagers. It’s packed with practical challenges and focuses on cultivating happiness.
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Testimonials
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"Really appreciated the session. Would love to collaborate again!"
Credit Suisse
"We really enjoyed your talk. Thank you for sharing your experiences of anxiety and Stoic philosophy with the students - it was so inspiring!"
Capital One
"We really enjoyed your talk. Thank you for sharing your experiences of anxiety and Stoic philosophy with the students - it was so inspiring!"
Wellington College, Shanghai
"Thank you for being so easy to work with!"
Microsoft
"Great presentation, really engaging. I see Ben leading this street philosophy movement to exciting places!"
Head of Wellbeing, NHS
