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Meet Chris – Founder of Primal Mentality CIC

Hi, I’m Chris — founder of Primal Mentality CIC, outdoor instructor, and someone who has experienced first-hand the power of nature to change lives.
 

From a young age, I’ve always felt at home outdoors. Whether it was fishing on local lakes or exploring wild places across the UK, nature became more than just a hobby — it became my escape, my focus, and eventually, my purpose.
 

But my journey hasn’t always been easy.

Like many people, I’ve faced my own battles with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. During some of my toughest times, it was the outdoors that grounded me — giving me space to think, breathe, and rebuild.

That’s where the idea for Primal Mentality was born.

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“Founder of Primal Mentality CIC | Outdoor Instructor Mental Wellbeing Practitioner”

🌿 Turning Experience Into Purpose

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What started as a personal escape has grown into a mission:
 

👉 To help others reconnect with nature and improve their mental wellbeing through outdoor experiences
 

Today, I work with children, young people, and adults across Merseyside — supporting those who may be struggling, disengaged, or simply in need of something different.

🏔️ Experience & Achievements

Over the years, I’ve pushed myself physically and mentally through the outdoors:

  • Completed all 214 Wainwrights in just 6 months

  • Summited over 300 peaks across the UK

  • Taken on challenging international routes including Mount Toubkal (Morocco), Mount Rysy (Poland), Mount Olympus (Greece), and Mount Triglav (Slovenia)

  • Raised funds for Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and supported awareness for Crohn’s & Colitis

These experiences have shaped not only my resilience — but how I now support others.

🎣 What I Do Now

Through Primal Mentality CIC, I deliver:

  • Angling-based wellbeing programmes (Reel Healing)

  • Outdoor education & bushcraft sessions

  • Mental wellbeing support through nature

  • Community walks and group experiences

Everything I deliver is built around one simple belief:

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👉 Nature has the power to heal, connect, and transform lives

💬 Why It Matters

I’ve seen first-hand the impact this work has:

  • Young people gaining confidence

  • Individuals opening up for the first time

  • People finding calm in chaos

  • Communities coming together
     

This isn’t just a job for me — it’s something I truly believe in.

🌍 Looking Ahead

My journey is far from over.
 

I’m currently working towards summiting the highest mountain in every European country — continuing to challenge myself while raising awareness for mental health.
 

More importantly, I’m focused on growing Primal Mentality CIC so we can reach even more people who need support.

🌿 What is Primal Mentality CIC?

Primal Mentality CIC is a community interest company using the outdoors as a pathway to better mental health and stronger communities.

We support children, young people, and adults through structured outdoor programmes that build confidence, improve wellbeing, and create positive life experiences.

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🎣 Why Angling

Fishing is at the heart of what we do.

It provides calm, focus, and space to reset — making it a powerful tool for improving mental wellbeing and building confidence.
 

🧠 Our Approach to Mental Health

We understand that mental health challenges are real and growing.

We use outdoor activities as an alternative way to engage people in support — combining nature, practical skills, and community to improve wellbeing.

🌲 Beyond Angling

Alongside angling, we also deliver:

  • Bushcraft

  • Walking groups

  • Nature-based wellbeing sessions

  • Outdoor activities for confidence and resilience
     

At PRIMAL Mentality CIC, every cast, every step, and every shared experience is a chance to build a healthier, happier future.

🔘 Ready to Get Involved?

Whether you're a school, parent, organisation, or individual — we’d love to work with you.

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