Journey of Aspiration: From Support to SEAL Training

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Coleman Ruiz: Overcoming Physical & Emotional Challenges

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Journey of Aspiration: From Support to SEAL Training

In this chapter, the speaker recounts their personal journey and motivations that led them to pursue a career as a Navy SEAL. The narrative highlights their past challenges, particularly in supporting a girlfriend during college, while also delving into the intense physical and mental training necessary for the elite SEAL teams.

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In this episode, my guest is Coleman Ruiz, a former Tier One U.S. Navy SEAL joint task force commander. He served in Afghanistan and Iraq and as a BUD/S training officer. He shares his journey from childhood through the Naval Academy to elite Navy SEAL special operations. He shares the physical and emotional challenges he has overcome and discusses his struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He also talks about the key role of mentors, family and friends in building resilience. Coleman gives us a raw, humble account of hitting rock bottom. He tells of the intense pain, fear, depression and suicidality in his journey of redemption. Coleman’s story is a real-life hero’s journey. He tells it with extraordinary vulnerability and humility. He explains the challenges and sudden tragedies that helped to ground, shape and renew him. His story will inspire listeners of all ages and backgrounds.

Note: This conversation includes profanity and topics that are not suitable for all audiences and ages.

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