#222 - Charlie Engle | The Prison Hero & Former Crack Addict who Ran Across The Sahara Desert.

Charlie Engle, an acclaimed endurance athlete and ultramarathon runner, has overcome significant hurdles in his life, including struggles with drug addiction and serving time in prison. However, he found solace and redemption through running, transforming his life. Notably, Engle participated in the "Running the Sahara" expedition in 2007, covering 4,500 miles across the desert with two other runners. This remarkable journey, documented in a film produced by Matt Damon, raised awareness for the challenges of the region and supported clean water initiatives. Engle's journey showcases his unmatched endurance and determination, evident in his conquests of challenging ultramarathons like the Badwater Ultramarathon and the Marathon des Sables.

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EPISODE OUTLINE:

00:00 Introduction and Unexpected Race in Australia
02:56 Charlie's Running Journey and Overcoming Addiction
09:05 The Power of Running and Suffering with Purpose
19:53 Transferring Addiction to Running
21:05 Addiction and Self-Improvement
22:12 Criticism and Fear from Others
23:41 Cutting Anchors Loose
24:34 Attraction Over Promotion
25:03 Self-Abuse and Growth
26:01 Chosen Suffering
26:30 Equipping Yourself for Unchosen Suffering
27:00 The Benefit of Pushing Through Discomfort
28:22 Navigating Life's Curveballs
29:19 Finding Peace in Hardship
30:13 The Joy of Overcoming Challenges
31:09 The Importance of Experience
32:06 Getting Through Hard Moments
33:00 The Trick to Overcoming Challenges
34:00 The Power of Perspective
35:24 Curiosity and Growth
36:23 Adapting to Life's Changes
37:52 Finding Calm in Difficult Moments
38:59 Embracing Challenges and Uncertainty
39:56 The Value of Perspective
41:48 Revealing Your True Self in Difficult Times
42:40 The Mental Victory of Commitment
44:29 Finding Joy in Health and Fitness

TAKEAWAYS

• Addiction and obsessive traits can be both a challenge and a strength.
• Criticism and fear from others may stem from their own insecurities.
• Cutting loose negative influences is necessary for personal growth.
• Choosing suffering can lead to personal growth and resilience.
• Embracing challenges and finding joy in them is key to a fulfilling life

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