Episode
715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
1:43:07
Published: Mon Nov 05 2018
Description
CHOOSE THE PATH OF MOST RESISTANCE. Do you avoid challenging yourself? If you do, you’re cheating yourself of reaching your full potential. There is so much you can learn through pain. But we want to avoid it. We want to stay in our comfort zone. Growth, though, is found in the discomfort zone. You have to have the courage to face sickness, disappointment, and discomfort. That’s why I’m so excited to share this conversation I had with someone who has mastered the art of using pain as a way to better himself: David Goggins. David Goggins is a retired Navy SEAL and is the only member of the U.S. Armed Forces to complete SEAL training (including two Hell Weeks), the U.S. Army Ranger School (where he graduated as Enlisted Honor Man) and Air Force Tactical Air Controller training. David is indisputably one of the world’s best endurance athletes. He has completed over 60 endurance races, regularly placing in the top five and taken home first place several times. David says that if don’t give yourself a way out, your body will figure out a way to persevere. We are capable of so much more than we know. Mental toughness isn’t a class, it’s a lifestyle. Learn how to change your outlook on the “bad things” that happen to you and to be excited about what you can learn through hardship on Episode 715. Some Questions I Ask: What was the hardest obstacle to overcome growing up? (16:53) What was the greatest lesson your mom taught you? (25:04) When someone’s lacking confidence, how can they gain more? (33:37) What’s your biggest insecurity? (36:21) Do you have any fears today? (1:11:52) What’s the greatest lesson your father taught you? (1:26:50) In This Episode You Will Learn: What made David apply for the Military (23:04) What David believes the key to life is (35:44) Why getting sick was the best thing that ever happened to David (37:43) About the 40 Percent Rule (38:49) How to retrain your mind when you want to seek comfort (41:10) What haunts David the most (47:33) The importance of long-term gratification (1:04:20) Why you need to be quiet with yourself to succeed (1:11:08) David’s morning routine (1:17:18)
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Hear about the inspiring feats of David Goggins, a retired Navy SEAL, ultra marathon runner, and former world record holder for the most pull-ups done in 24 hours.
00:00 - 04:16 (04:16)
Summary
Hear about the inspiring feats of David Goggins, a retired Navy SEAL, ultra marathon runner, and former world record holder for the most pull-ups done in 24 hours.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker encourages people to view failure, disappointment and discomfort as great learning tools by sharing how a clip from Rocky gave him the inspiration he needed during a tough time.
04:16 - 08:28 (04:11)
Summary
The speaker encourages people to view failure, disappointment and discomfort as great learning tools by sharing how a clip from Rocky gave him the inspiration he needed during a tough time.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A person shares how life hits you hard and sometimes it takes other people to see the chaos in your life, highlighting the importance of perspective.
08:28 - 13:10 (04:42)
Summary
A person shares how life hits you hard and sometimes it takes other people to see the chaos in your life, highlighting the importance of perspective.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast transcript, the speaker discusses the challenges they faced growing up with a learning disability, an emotionally abusive father, and experiences with racism and bullying.
13:10 - 16:54 (03:43)
Summary
In this podcast transcript, the speaker discusses the challenges they faced growing up with a learning disability, an emotionally abusive father, and experiences with racism and bullying. They share the importance of having a conversation with oneself and how they overcame their struggles.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
After experiencing multiple tragedies growing up in Brazil, including witnessing cross burnings, being cheated on, and enduring violence in the family, the speaker reveals that they were once the victim of racist threats that led to them moving to the United States.
16:55 - 19:02 (02:06)
Summary
After experiencing multiple tragedies growing up in Brazil, including witnessing cross burnings, being cheated on, and enduring violence in the family, the speaker reveals that they were once the victim of racist threats that led to them moving to the United States.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A man describes how he was on a bad path in life, lying, cheating, and stealing, and almost failed school, until he made the decision to join the military.
19:02 - 21:54 (02:52)
Summary
A man describes how he was on a bad path in life, lying, cheating, and stealing, and almost failed school, until he made the decision to join the military.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker talks about the importance of embracing pain and choosing the path of most resistance in order to prepare oneself for future challenges and growth.
21:54 - 26:48 (04:53)
Summary
The speaker talks about the importance of embracing pain and choosing the path of most resistance in order to prepare oneself for future challenges and growth. While there may be an unsafe type of pain, like jumping off a building, there is also safe pain, like endurance running, that can bring about a different kind of growth.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his personal experience of beating the valedictorian of his school, despite putting in 10 hours more of work every day.
26:48 - 30:54 (04:05)
Summary
The speaker shares his personal experience of beating the valedictorian of his school, despite putting in 10 hours more of work every day. He discusses how too many people focus on recovery before even starting the hard work and emphasizes the importance of perseverance and self-belief.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast, the speaker shares his personal experience of overcoming challenges, including learning to read and write on his own, and explains how he gained confidence through facing and conquering difficult situations.
30:54 - 34:14 (03:19)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker shares his personal experience of overcoming challenges, including learning to read and write on his own, and explains how he gained confidence through facing and conquering difficult situations. He advises that building confidence requires facing challenges and not giving up when things get tough.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker describes how his life transformed and he struggled with illness and depression when his mother left his father and their financial situation worsened.
34:14 - 36:18 (02:04)
Summary
The speaker describes how his life transformed and he struggled with illness and depression when his mother left his father and their financial situation worsened.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares their experience of finding happiness and peace amidst a difficult time in their life, emphasizing the importance of meeting a mental standard and living in a positive space.
36:18 - 40:58 (04:39)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of finding happiness and peace amidst a difficult time in their life, emphasizing the importance of meeting a mental standard and living in a positive space.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker reflects on how many of us unknowingly choose the path of least resistance when faced with fear in our lives, and how he's tired of living that way.
40:58 - 43:15 (02:16)
Summary
The speaker reflects on how many of us unknowingly choose the path of least resistance when faced with fear in our lives, and how he's tired of living that way.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker expresses their fear of facing a final judgment and being judged based on how they lived their life, sharing their realization that individuals have the power to impact others through self-improvement.
43:15 - 47:43 (04:28)
Summary
The speaker expresses their fear of facing a final judgment and being judged based on how they lived their life, sharing their realization that individuals have the power to impact others through self-improvement.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A former Navy SEAL shares his experience of starting the hardest training with stress fractures and facing three hell weeks but still graduating.
47:44 - 50:36 (02:51)
Summary
A former Navy SEAL shares his experience of starting the hardest training with stress fractures and facing three hell weeks but still graduating. He believes that the mind can overcome physical challenges by feeding off of past accomplishments.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
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50:36 - 53:43 (03:07)
Summary
The mind and the body must be able to connect and go back to a previous state of life, no matter how far you've come, in order to survive and succeed in the future.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A group of 12 firefighters dig a fire line 18 inches wide and three miles long to prevent a fire from spreading.
53:43 - 56:51 (03:08)
Summary
A group of 12 firefighters dig a fire line 18 inches wide and three miles long to prevent a fire from spreading. The speaker reflects on the intensity of the wildfire and the focused mental state necessary to combat it.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker gained perspective from a 21-year-old who found joy in life without material possessions.
56:51 - 1:01:01 (04:10)
Summary
The speaker gained perspective from a 21-year-old who found joy in life without material possessions. This attitude helps the speaker stay motivated and appreciate what they have.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The feeling of having the self-discipline to persevere through setbacks and achieve goals after a prolonged period of time is an invaluable experience.
1:01:01 - 1:04:05 (03:03)
Summary
The feeling of having the self-discipline to persevere through setbacks and achieve goals after a prolonged period of time is an invaluable experience.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker relays the experience of mentally pushing himself to the limit while participating in a 100-mile race, recalling the physical and emotional hardships he faced, and how he ultimately persevered.
1:04:05 - 1:07:42 (03:36)
Summary
The speaker relays the experience of mentally pushing himself to the limit while participating in a 100-mile race, recalling the physical and emotional hardships he faced, and how he ultimately persevered.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A personal story of finding a deeper understanding through enduring extreme physical pain, and discovering a unique code for personal growth and self-realization.
1:07:42 - 1:10:16 (02:34)
Summary
A personal story of finding a deeper understanding through enduring extreme physical pain, and discovering a unique code for personal growth and self-realization.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
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1:10:17 - 1:14:57 (04:39)
Summary
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Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker talks about his daily routine of stretching for two to three hours every night for the past five to six years and visualizing his goals while training in the morning or at night.
1:14:57 - 1:19:32 (04:35)
Summary
The speaker talks about his daily routine of stretching for two to three hours every night for the past five to six years and visualizing his goals while training in the morning or at night. He also mentions how he builds his body armor by focusing on his daily routine.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares the importance of having a mindset like David Goggins in order to achieve success and not rely on life to give a "get-out-jail-free card".
1:19:32 - 1:22:23 (02:50)
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The speaker shares the importance of having a mindset like David Goggins in order to achieve success and not rely on life to give a "get-out-jail-free card". He also shares about his own training for a 100 mile race in January.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the idea of the greatest lesson he learned from his father figure, delving into the concept of examining oneself and not letting past experiences limit future relationships.
1:22:23 - 1:28:29 (06:06)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the idea of the greatest lesson he learned from his father figure, delving into the concept of examining oneself and not letting past experiences limit future relationships.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
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Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses the importance of finding sustainable practices once you've achieved your goals and emphasize the need to re-evaluate priorities in life in order to keep moving forward.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A heartfelt acknowledgement of David Nino Rodriguez's authenticity, work ethic, and passion towards impacting and inspiring people, with a message on greatness being aware of the time of life gone by.
1:34:19 - 1:39:59 (05:40)
Summary
A heartfelt acknowledgement of David Nino Rodriguez's authenticity, work ethic, and passion towards impacting and inspiring people, with a message on greatness being aware of the time of life gone by.
Episode715 Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins
PodcastThe School of Greatness
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