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Ex-Navy SEAL on Grit, Leadership & Becoming the Most Dangerous Version of Yourself | Rich Diviney (Fan Fav)

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Sep 2, 2025
Rich Diviney, a former Navy SEAL Officer and leadership expert, delves into what it means to embody a badass leader. He discusses the driving force behind this desire, emphasizing the significance of facing challenges to build grit and resilience. Diviney highlights the power of reflection during personal growth and the vital role of core values. He also examines how surrounding yourself with high achievers can elevate your journey and shares insights on the importance of knowing your lane to thrive in leadership.
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INSIGHT

Why We Want To Be Exceptional

  • People want to feel special and are naturally driven to seek elite challenges that grant recognition and identity.
  • Rich Diviney framed his SEAL pursuit as a youthful desire to be noticed and to master a hostile environment like the ocean.
INSIGHT

Grit Is Four Skills, Not One

  • Grit is not a single trait but four attributes: courage, perseverance, adaptability, and resilience.
  • You can practice each element separately to strengthen overall grit rather than treating grit as monolithic.
ADVICE

Recover, Reflect, Then Reframe

  • After any challenge, prioritize recovery and then structured reflection to extract lessons and growth opportunities.
  • Lodge empowering questions like “How can I grow?” to force your brain to generate constructive answers.
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