Jocko Podcast 241: There Will Be Pain. Life is Rough. Lessons From Being Shot 27 Times. "Perfectly Wounded" with Mike Day
Aug 5, 2020
Mike Day, a retired Navy SEAL and author of "Perfectly Wounded," shares his extraordinary journey of resilience after being shot 27 times. He discusses overcoming childhood trauma and the profound impact it has on personal growth. The conversation delves into the intense rigors of Navy SEAL training, highlighting moments of camaraderie and vulnerability. Day reflects on the psychological effects of trauma and emphasizes the importance of understanding one's past to break cycles of abuse, advocating for holistic health and healing throughout his powerful narrative.
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Earliest Memory
- Mike Day's earliest memory is of his father, a terrorist in his eyes, breaking his mother's arm.
- This event instilled a fight response in young Mike, shaping his reaction to fear and anger.
Custody Bias
- After his parents' divorce, the court awarded custody to their abusive father despite his known abuse. Mike suspects this decision was due to societal bias against his mother's interracial relationship.
Escalating Abuse
- Mike's father's abuse escalated, involving whippings with a toothpaste-smeared belt and unprovoked beatings.
- His stepmother often encouraged this abuse, creating a horrific childhood environment.
