In 'Can't Hurt Me,' David Goggins shares his astonishing life story, from a childhood marred by poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse to becoming a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The book reveals Goggins' philosophy, known as the '40% Rule,' which suggests that most people only tap into 40% of their capabilities. He provides a wealth of practical strategies and principles for personal development, emphasizing self-discipline, accountability, and the necessity of embracing discomfort to unlock personal transformation. Goggins' story and advice serve as a blueprint for readers to push past their perceived limits, confront their fears, and unleash their full potential.
In this book, Todd Herman explains how creating an 'alter ego' can help individuals unlock their full potential. Backed by scientific research and real-world examples, Herman shows how this concept, often used by top athletes and executives, can be applied to various aspects of life such as sports, business, career, parenting, and more. The book provides strategies for building and activating an alter ego to overcome self-doubt, negativity, and insecurity, and to empower individuals to become their best selves[2][4][5].
In 'Future Proof', Sam Harris, a divorced and overweight man facing eviction, is given a reprieve by participating in a medical research project. The treatment has an unexpected side effect: it transports him back to his childhood, allowing him to relive and potentially alter his past. The story focuses on Sam's relationship with Luci and explores themes of love, heartache, and redemption across multiple timelines. The book is praised for its emotional depth, humor, and life-affirming ending.
Cryptocurrency. Blockchain. Digital trading cards. Burnt Bansky & NFTs. And of course, flying cats with pop tart bodies.
These are just a few of many internet developments dissected in today’s edition of ‘Roll On’, wherein Adam Skolnick and I usher you into the digital age with droll repartee, raillery, and shrewd observations on concepts, issues, and matters relevant and whimsical. We share good news and bad. We perform a bit of show and tell. We banter and blather. And as always, we answer your questions.
Aside from serving as my cogitative, neighborly, and magnanimous sidecar hype-beast, Adam Skolnick is an activist and veteran journalist best known as David Goggins’ Can’t Hurt Me, co-author. Adam writes about adventure sports, environmental issues, and civil rights for outlets such as The New York Times, Outside, ESPN, BBC, and Men’s Health. He is the author of One Breath and is currently using the ‘new dad’ excuse to avoid working on his novel.
Other topics we explore in today’s conversation include:
- Adam and Jason’s 4 x 4 x 48 Goggins’ challenge recap;
- an update on the Iron Cowboy’s ‘Conquer 100’ challenge;
- Rich’s new cold plunge routine;
- NFTs and the way the internet is upending finance;
- Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the future of digital assets; and
- the nuanced ways in which human beings are becoming human avatars.
In addition, we answer the following listener questions:
- How do you stay motivated in your fitness journey?
- How can you be a lighthouse of conscious living for your children?
- What are the best ways to prepare for high-altitude endurance races?
Thank you to Will from Portland, Oregon, Tanya from Lucerne, Switzerland, and Christopher from Boston, Massachusetts for your questions. If you want your query discussed, drop it on our Facebook Page, or better yet leave a voicemail at (424) 235-4626.
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