The speaker talks about his experience as a cultural advisor for the United States military in Afghanistan from 2012 to 2016, working with Special Operations Command and doing sensitive work across the country.
The concept of tribalism has been present throughout human history, leading to both unity and hatred between groups. While it can provide a sense of cultural identity, it can also lead to harmful prejudices and biases towards those outside of the tribe.
Comedians and self-employed individuals who are in a position of crying out wolf and falsely accusing people can contribute to society. However, they are afraid to do so due to the cancel culture where one slip-up could lead to consequences.
The control of our mindset is something that is owned by us and is not dependent on privilege or external factors. With the help of a mentor, coach or friend who sees something in us that we don't, almost everyone can create a positive mindset and become successful.
The speaker shares the impact of his parents' work ethic and entrepreneurship on his life, while acknowledging that he didn't always embody the things they told him to do.