Ben Aldridge is a bestselling author and international speaker known for his engaging work on resilience, mental health, Stoic philosophy, and the power of stepping beyond comfort zones.

He is the author of How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable, How to Control the Uncontrollable, Seriously Happy, and the Get Out of Your Comfort Zone cards. His work has been translated into 11 languages, featured on bestseller lists, and shortlisted for the 2025 Information Book Awards.

 

Drawing inspiration from ancient philosophy and modern psychology, Ben blends profound insights with practical tools, making complex ideas accessible, entertaining, and actionable.

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Ben's Story

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After experiencing debilitating anxiety and panic attacks, Ben chose an unconventional path to healing. He began a year-long journey of completing unusual and often uncomfortable challenges—from ice baths and public embarrassment to learning lockpicking, climbing mountains, running marathons, learning to solve the Rubik’s cube, walking barefoot in winter, receiving acupuncture as a way to face his phobia of needles, and walking a pet banana in public—a playful nod to the ancient Cynic philosopher Diogenes.

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This experimental approach was rooted in an ancient practice called askesis – a discipline of embracing voluntary discomfort to strengthen mental and emotional resilience.

His lived experience and philosophical lens laid the foundation for his books and speaking work, resonating with audiences seeking authenticity, growth, and psychological tools that work in real life.