The Invisible Lion
“This book brilliantly unravels the complexities of trauma, making it easier for readers to understand and address their own struggles.”
– Dr Bessel van der Kolk
The Invisible Lion is a powerful, personal look at how trauma shapes our nervous system—and how healing it can transform our health, happiness, and relationships.
Benjamin uses the metaphor of an “invisible lion” to explain why we react irrationally to everyday life, often feeling afraid, anxious, or “crazy.” Once we spot the lion, everything changes. This book offers a fresh perspective on mental health, helping readers understand their struggles, make sense of their past, and begin the journey toward healing.
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How I F***ed Up My Life
“Gosh, what a rollercoaster of a story: a shining light amid the dark mess of the mental health system.”
– Oliver James
This book is a raw and revealing memoir about how unresolved childhood trauma, masked by outward success, can lead to total collapse—and how one man clawed his way back.
Benjamin Fry seemed to have it all: Eton, Oxford, early fame, financial success. But behind the glossy exterior was deep, unprocessed loss. After a series of personal and financial disasters, he hit rock bottom in 2009 with a devastating nervous breakdown that nearly ended his life.
This is the story of what happened next. From the brink of suicide to a trauma clinic in Arizona, Benjamin takes readers through the brutal reality of breakdown—and the slow, messy, miraculous work of recovery.
Watch the Free 5 Part Video Series
Understand how your nervous system responds to threat and how those responses might be running your life. In this free 5-part series based on The Invisible Lion, Benjamin Fry unpacks the hidden impact of trauma on your body, your relationships, and your sense of self.
Couples Therapy
Re-Pair your relationship in just 3 sessions. Trauma-informed couples therapy that gets to the root of conflict with a practical, science-backed approach.
Speaking & Media
Book Benjamin Fry for your next podcast, panel, or stage. Explore his speaker topics, watch past talks, or download the media kit for press and booking information.
Khiron Clinics
Explore the world-renowned trauma clinic that Benjamin founded, with staff that have been informed, trained and supervised by some of the world’s top trauma experts.
Benjamin’s Story
“The way I loved was shaped by trauma. I just didn’t realise it until it almost cost me everything…” Read Benjamin Fry’s story from breakdown to breakthrough.
Upcoming Events
From workshops to international conferences, explore opportunities to see Benjamin Fry live and learn about trauma, relationships, and the nervous system live.
Books
Explore Benjamin Fry’s portfolio of books to understand your trauma, how and why it shapes your relationships, and why you keep getting stuck.
