About Toby
Former UK Special Forces Operator. Survivor. Founder of Bravery. Author of Never Will I Die.
Toby Gutteridge is a former Special Boat Service (SBS) operator who survived a catastrophic injury in Afghanistan, leaving him paralysed from the neck down. Today, he’s the founder of Bravery, author of Never Will I Die, and a speaker inspiring others to face life’s greatest challenges with courage, resilience, and purpose.
Chapter 1. Who is Toby Gutteridge
From South Africa to the Special Forces
This opening episode introduces Toby Gutteridge’s extraordinary journey—from his early years growing up in South Africa, through his transition into the UK Royal Marines, and eventually to deployments on the frontlines of conflict. Through vivid storytelling, Toby shares the formative experiences that shaped his character, work ethic, and values.
At every stage, he highlights how hardship and self-discovery forged the resilience that would later become Bravery UK’s foundation. This narrative underscores the origins of his leadership and commitment to purpose—showing how one man’s personal evolution laid the groundwork for a mission of hope, community, and transformation.
Chapter 2. The Injury
One Bullet That Changed Everything
This episode takes us back to the defining moment that changed everything. Toby Gutteridge shares the harrowing story of being shot while serving with the UK Special Forces, describing the immediate impact of the injury and the life-altering consequences that followed.
With raw honesty, he reflects on the intense physical and emotional battle that came after — from life support to learning to live again. But beyond survival, this was the beginning of something bigger. The experience forced a total reevaluation of purpose, leading to the foundations of what would eventually become Bravery UK.
This chapter is a testament to Toby’s resilience, the strength of the human spirit, and how even in the darkest moments, it’s possible to find new meaning and lead by example. His story continues to inspire a community grounded in courage, purpose, and the belief that we are stronger than the challenges we face.
Chapter 3. Founding Bravery and Life Now
Resilience, Recovery, and Redefining Purpose
This episode offers a deeply personal look into Toby Gutteridge’s journey — from the moment his life changed forever to the founding of Bravery UK. Through raw honesty and unwavering resolve, Toby shares how he turned unimaginable adversity into a driving force for purpose and impact.
He speaks about the origins of Bravery, a brand born from the toughest of personal trials, and how it became a platform to inspire strength, resilience, and hope in others. Reflecting on life after his injury, Toby describes the emotional and physical battles he faced, and how rebuilding his identity gave rise to a powerful mission.
Bravery today stands for more than survival — it represents courage, community, and belief in a life beyond limitation. With a strong emphasis on resilience, leadership through example, and lasting community impact, this chapter captures the heart of what Bravery is truly about.
Bravery & The Book
Bravery – The Brand and The Message
Toby created Bravery not just as a brand, but as a mindset — one built on the belief that resilience can be worn, lived, and shared.