Jon and Will welcome Nate Boyer, whose remarkable journey exemplifies the courage to evolve and find purpose. From volunteering in Darfur to serving as a Green Beret, then playing college football for the Texas Longhorns with no prior experience, Nate shares how having a mission and feeling needed are essential for fulfillment. He opens up about the identity struggles veterans and athletes often face after their careers end, which inspired him to co-found Merging Vets and Players (MVP)—a community that helps both groups find new purpose. Nate emphasizes the importance of hard work, embracing discomfort, and staying connected to one’s heart. His story is a powerful reminder to take risks, pursue passions, and live without regrets.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Nate Boyer’s Journey from Military to Mindfulness

06:25 - Journey to Service: Finding Purpose in Humanitarian Work

13:00 - Navigating Identity and Purpose After Service

22:29 - Peak Performance and the Pressure of Competition

24:41 - Super Bowl Memories and Hell Week Regrets

26:58 - Growth Through Embracing Change

40:16 - Connecting Athletes and Veterans

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Nate Boyer: Having the Courage to Reinvent Yourself