Who is Ben?
Gâday! Iâm Ben Alexander, a retired Australian Rugby player based in Canberra.
I use to play for the ACT Brumbies and Wallabies, but now Iâm a Dad of 3, co-own a pub called The Dock, serve on the Brumbies Board, and co-founded
.But despite all that, Iâve had many mental health challenges, and sharing my struggles in retirement has helped me work through them.
Now I want to help others who are struggling like I did, as many of my struggles were avoidable.
Every Thursday I publish Transitions, a weekly newsletter about navigating career change, and share my journey of transitioning from a job I loved.
Subscribe to Transitions now and join 800+ readers ranging from athletes to first responders, sports fans, and anyone whoâs at a crossroad in life.
Why Subscribe?
In each issue of Transition, I share my experience with depression and how Iâm going building a 2nd career. Occasionally, Iâll interview people whoâve had a big impact on my life and explore topics like the influence of Australian sporting culture on our nation's mental health, and the science behind feeling great.
I also write a bit about Rugby, as I think itâs on the way to becoming a game Australians are proud of once again.
Where else can you find me?
Email - ben@alfredapp.com.au
Twitter - @benny_alexander
Instagram - bena1984
Strava - Ben Alexander
For more, check out this old interview with me, my Mum and my old coach Robbie Deans where we talk about my love of food and Rugby.