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RAF navigator, Flight Lieutenant John Nichol, first achieved public attention through his forced television appearance as a tortured Gulf War British prisoner of war, brutally beaten and humiliated by the Iraqis.

The ensuing traumatic weeks of capture and torture gave John a unique insight into the human capacity to deal with even the most severe and disruptive change. Partly as a result of his own outgoing personality, partly as a result of the experience itself, John Nichol is now able to present a fascinating insight into what happens when our innermost reserves are tested by external demands.

His experiences qualify him to speak with unquestionable authority on not only surviving change but also turning it to your advantage. Indeed his physical survival is due to his immense reserves of personal strength, flexibility and the capacity to withstand upheaval and uncertainty.

John is a best selling author of nine books including 'Tonado Down' which describes his ordeal as a captive. He writes regularly for several of Britain's major newspapers, is a consultant and presenter for television and is widely quoted commentator on military matters.

Describing himself as "an ordinary guy who just happened to find himself in extraordinary circumstances", John's message is one of optimism, inspiration and personal motivation. His personal triumph lies in having discovered his potential to cope with extremes and achieve goals way beyond his perceived horizons – potential he believes is in us all.