What if the biggest lies we face aren’t from others but they are the ones we believe about ourselves?
In this raw and revealing episode, I sit down with Mario Bekes—former intelligence operative, investigative journalist, and host of Life The Battlefield—to talk about what it truly takes to build inner strength in a world full of deceit, pressure, and lies.
Mario brings powerful insights from the world of espionage, psychological strategy, and military leadership — what moved me most was his vulnerability. This isn’t a conversation about war, tactics or deception. It’s a deep dive into resilience, truth, and what it means to live with integrity when life feels like a battlefield.
✨ WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE
🕵️♂️ The psychology behind deception—and how to spot it
🧠 How intelligence tactics can be applied to our day to day conversations and strengthen relationships
💥 The real cost of silence, secrets, and keeping the “peace”
🫀 Mario’s personal story of rebuilding his life after war and adversity
💬 Tools to strengthen your inner truth in business and in life
💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS
🔍 Truth is a Skill
Learning to read people starts with learning to read yourself. Tune into your intuition, your body, and your boundaries.
🛡️ Strength Can Be Soft Too
Real resilience isn’t just power—it’s presence, healing, and the courage to slow down when the world tells you to speed up.
🎯 Strategy is Self-Awareness
Whether you’re leading a team or navigating a tough relationship, emotional intelligence is an underrated superpower.
🔥 You Can Rise Again
No matter what you’ve been through — betrayal, trauma or burnout, you have the power to rise. It starts by being honest with yourself.
🎙️ Explore more from Mario Bekes:
🌐 Website: https://www.mariobekes.com.au/
📸 Instagram: @mariobekes
📘 Facebook: Mario Bekes
🐦 Twitter: @mariobekes
🎧 Podcast: Life The Battlefield
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION
What does inner strength look like for you?
Message me or tag us—I'd love to hear your story.
❤️ CONNECT WITH ME (Phoebe Lay)
📲 Instagram: @thriveandshineco
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🌐 Website:https://phoebelay.com.au/podcast/
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