🌹From Reality TV to Real Purpose: Ben Higgins’ Journey Beyond the Spotlight

In this inspiring episode of Amazing Women and Men of Power, Raven the Talk Show Maven sits down with Ben Higgins — former star of The Bachelor, entrepreneur, author, husband, father, and mental-health advocate — for a powerful conversation about identity, vulnerability, and purpose 💬

Ben opens up about the emotional reality behind public recognition and private loneliness, sharing the deeper story that led him to write his memoir, Alone in Plain Sight. He reflects on how his experience with sudden fame helped him better understand connection, self-worth, and the importance of honest conversations about mental health.

The discussion explores how stepping outside of comfort zones — including his decision to join The Bachelor — ultimately helped shape his personal growth and prepared him for life as a husband, father, and purpose-driven leader. Ben also talks about using his platform, including his podcast Almost Famous, to encourage others who feel unseen or disconnected.

Through stories of faith, struggle, and growth, Ben reminds listeners that purpose often emerges through life’s most difficult seasons — and that everyone deserves to feel seen, known, and valued.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why Ben Higgins chose to take a chance on The Bachelor
• The emotional challenges of fame and public identity
• The inspiration behind Alone in Plain Sight
• Ben’s journey into marriage, fatherhood, and personal growth
• How loneliness can become a pathway to empathy and purpose
• The importance of mental-health advocacy and authentic storytelling
• Advice for discovering purpose through life experiences
• Encouragement for anyone struggling to feel seen or understood