Become A Savage & Live On Your Own Terms! | David Goggins
Last updated: Jun 1, 2023
The video is an interview with David Goggins, a former Navy SEAL and ultra-endurance athlete, discussing his mindset and how he overcame adversity to achieve his goals.
The video is an interview with David Goggins, who is known as the toughest man alive. He talks about his life experiences, including completing SEAL training, Army Ranger School, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller training. Goggins explains how he turned his life around by embracing suffering and using pain to toughen his mind. He also discusses the concept of the governor, which he believes limits most people to only living at about 40% of their capability. Goggins encourages viewers to push past their limits and become a "savage" who lives on their own terms.
David Goggins worked hard on himself to become the person he is today.
Goggins believes in grinding oneself to become powerful.
Goggins is a former Navy SEAL and ultra-endurance athlete.
Goggins learned to embrace suffering and leverage pain to toughen his mind.
Goggins is the only member of the U.S. armed forces to complete SEAL training, Army Ranger School, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller training.
Goggins' indomitable spirit has inspired many people around the world.
Goggins believes in pushing past the governor to achieve our full potential.
The 40% rule is when your brain says you're done, but you still have 40% left in the tank.
You have to be willing to let go of your old identity and create a new one.
Goggins believes that most people are only living at about 40% of their capability.
The mind has a governor, like a car, that sets limits on what we can achieve.
The governor is a survival mechanism that protects us from pain and suffering.
Goggins believes in pushing past the governor to achieve our full potential.
He believes that experts are often the ones who set limits on what we can achieve, rather than pushing us beyond them.
The Mind's Tactical Advantage
The mind has a tactical advantage over you at all times.
It knows your fears, insecurities, and deep dark lies.
It pushes you towards comfort and away from discomfort.
When facing insecurities and fears, the mind tries to separate you from those feelings.
You have to gain control back of your mind to overcome this.
The 40% Rule
The 40% rule is when your brain says you're done, but you still have 40% left in the tank.
Most people look for areas of comfort and never try to get out of it.
You have to figure out ways to push past the 40% rule.
It's a habit and a practice that you have to develop.
You have to control yourself in that moment and gain control back of your mind.
The Alter Ego and Listening to Yourself
Creating an alter ego can help you face your fears and insecurities.
You have to be uncomfortable with how you feel about yourself and face the real you.
You have to shut the negative voice in your head and listen to yourself.
Most people run away from that voice, but you have to face it.
You have to be okay with being uncomfortable and facing your fears.
Living on Your Own Terms
You have to live on your own terms and not let others dictate your life.
You have to be willing to suffer and sacrifice to achieve your goals.
You have to be willing to do what others won't do.
You have to be willing to be uncomfortable and face your fears.
You have to be willing to push past your limits and never give up.
Facing Yourself in the Dark Room
You have to face your fears and insecurities in order to become a better person.
The dark room is where you confront who you really are.
You have to create a new version of yourself that is stronger and more confident.
You have to find strength in visualizing yourself as a different person.
You have to be willing to not care about being judged by others.
Talking Raw to Yourself
You have to be willing to look in the mirror and be honest with yourself.
You have to be willing to admit your weaknesses and flaws.
You have to be willing to hold yourself accountable for your actions.
You have to be willing to call yourself out on your own BS.
You have to be willing to face the truth about who you really are.
Overcoming Adversity
You have to be willing to push through the pain and discomfort.
You have to be willing to embrace the suck and keep going.
You have to be willing to do the hard work that others are not willing to do.
You have to be willing to fail and learn from your mistakes.
You have to be willing to keep pushing yourself to be better every day.
Creating a New Identity
You have to be willing to let go of your old identity and create a new one.
You have to be willing to redefine who you are and what you stand for.
You have to be willing to break free from the limitations that others have placed on you.
You have to be willing to believe in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals.
You have to be willing to take risks and step outside of your comfort zone.
Personal Accountability
David Goggins emphasizes the importance of being honest with oneself and looking in the mirror to assess one's flaws.
He calls this process the "accountability mirror" and uses it to ask himself what he can do to change what he sees.
Goggins stopped trying to fit in with the "cool guys" and embraced his true self, even if it meant being called names.
He believes that people need to be real and honest with themselves to make lasting changes in their lives.
Goggins admits that he fell back into bad habits and gained weight, but he was able to turn things around by being accountable and facing his flaws.
Addressing Flaws
Goggins believes that addressing one's flaws is a daily process that requires patience and acceptance.
He advises people to set goals for themselves and break them down into smaller, achievable steps.
Goggins emphasizes the importance of living in one's own world and not comparing oneself to others on social media or elsewhere.
He used sticky notes to remind himself of his goals and progress, and he set a goal to stop lying and be honest with himself and others.
Goggins believes that total accountability is the key to making lasting changes in one's life.
Mind, Body, Fitness
Goggins believes in the importance of mind, body, and fitness in achieving one's goals.
He emphasizes the need for total accountability in all aspects of life, including what one says and does.
Goggins believes that being honest about one's flaws and mistakes is the first step towards making lasting changes.
He believes that putting one's life on display and being honest about one's flaws is the ultimate goal in life.
Goggins believes that being called a racial slur was one of the best things that ever happened to him because it forced him to confront his flaws and become a better person.
Conclusion
David Goggins believes in the power of personal accountability and being honest with oneself to make lasting changes in one's life.
He emphasizes the importance of setting goals, breaking them down into achievable steps, and being patient and accepting of oneself.
Goggins believes that total accountability is the key to success in all aspects of life, including mind, body, and fitness.
He believes that being honest about one's flaws and mistakes is the first step towards making lasting changes and achieving one's goals.
Goggins believes that putting one's life on display and being honest about one's flaws is the ultimate goal in life.
Accepting Your Situation
Realizing that nobody is coming to save you.
Using negative experiences as fuel for motivation.
Making a list of everything working against you.
Accepting your flaws and weaknesses before you can fix them.
Fixing your problems before starting your journey in life.
Addressing Your Issues
Breaking down your list into individual focal points.
Strategizing how to fix each individual problem.
Figuring out your strengths and weaknesses in learning.
Writing out each page of a manual multiple times to learn it.
Using unconventional methods to learn and improve.
Setting Goals
Putting a goal in your mind to accomplish.
Feeling accomplished after achieving a goal despite starting from a difficult place.
Surpassing others who started from a better foundation.
Using negative experiences as power to fuel your journey.
Not caring about how others judge you, but focusing on your own progress.
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