Acta Non Verba

On today’s episode Tetiana Gaidar reveals the winding road of rejection, grit, and personal motivation that became the force behind her career as an actress, dancer, and tactical trainer in Hollywood. Listen in as Tetiana and I discuss sustaining a busy schedule with many different roles, how she discovered her passion for acting, and why she has dedicated her time to teaching others the art of tactical training. Tetiana also shares how she stays rooted in action and how you can move past being a victim of adversity and into a place of gratitude.   Tetiana Gaidar is an American on-screen actress, dancer, and model with a background in professional dancing and martial arts. Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Tetiana grew up speaking three languages including Ukrainian, Russian and English. Training for Kung Fu competitions and practicing dance rehearsals led her to a career in the entertainment industry.By the age of 19, Tetiana became one of the most popular dancers and choreographers in Eastern Europe, working with prominent artists such as Max Barskih and Eurovision Song Contest 2004 winner, Ruslana. Tetiana has directed choreography for TV shows on major networks Inter and STB, including the international franchise 'So You Think You Can Dance'. In 2013, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue an international acting career. Tetiana is often compared to Penelope Cruz, both in appearance and acting style, and enjoys shooting action movies, where she's able to fully express herself.A popular YouTube channel and social media profile on Instagram enabled Tetiana to be discovered by a Hollywood Acting Career Manager. She soon received credits in various projects such as "Baywatch", TV Series "Brunkala", numerous short films and popular collaborations. Tetiana has also won the title of Miss Bikini at the Beauty Pageant 'Miss Russian LA 2017', where she was credited for her "extraordinary plastic and powerful performance".   You can connect with Tetiana on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/tetianagaidar   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Brady Pesola explores how practical stoicism applies to facing adversity and using it to understand our emotions. Listen in as Brady and discuss how practical stoicism is woven naturally into military life, the importance of focusing on what you can control, and how prioritizing emotions can help you face micro adversities in everyday life. We also dig into finding motivation, and experiencing emotions over acting upon them.   Brady Pesola of the Gray Man Project is a US Marine veteran with years of experience in teaching various tactical disciplines from firearms, to self-defense, to survival. He has worked as a firearm instructor teaching everyday civilians, law enforcement, military, and special operation personnel in basic firearm fundamentals, all the way up to special applications for direct action.   Brady serves as an executive protection agent and security consultant who has looked after politicians, scientists, celebrities, and high net worth businessmen. He operated survival school teaching specialized lifesaving wilderness, urban and emotional survival skills to private clients and public groups.   Brady founded Triple B Adventure, a nonprofit focusing on improving veterans' mental health through outdoor adventures and backpacking, camping, hunting, and fishing. Brady has built a stoic philosophy-based coaching and personal development program, and currently studies and specializes in the use of stoic philosophy to enhance cognitive function of everyday citizens and personnel in various military branches, law enforcement agencies, tactical industries to enhance their lives and the decisions that they make within them.   You can learn more about Brady's work and the topical applications of historic philosophy by following him on Instagram @graymanproject.   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Ed Latimore shares how he found mastery in simplicity and the lessons you can learn from adversity, humility, and pushing forward. Listen in as Ed and I explore his ability to understand and appreciate the future, how he uses analogies to communicate important lessons in his writing, and why simplicity is the pinnacle of mastery. Ed also explains how understanding physics makes him a better and why overdelivering can convolute your message.   Ed Latimore is a former professional heavyweight boxer, competitive chess player, and veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard. He holds a B.A. in Physics from Duquesne University.   Millions of people have learned from Ed’s experiences through his writing and speaking, about developing stoic street-smarts, sobriety, and realizing your potential. Learn more about Ed and his background at edlatimore.com.   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Drew Estell shares how he helps build confidence and resilience through coaching and firearms education. Listen in as Drew and I explore the impact of teaching technique vs. concepts, the influence of the military on Drew’s communication style, and how he uses pragmatic empathy to build up his students and help them face adversity. Drew also shares how implementing techniques consistently builds automated reactions that remove the emotion from the process of learning and create stronger reflexes for challenging situations.   Drew Estell served in Army Special Forces in various roles, deploying multiple times across the globe. After retiring from the military, he founded BAER Solutions LLC, providing high-level firearms training to a wide variety of enthusiasts and professionals, including military, police, competitive shooters, and hobbyists across the country.   It has been his great privilege to learn from and trade experience with the finest in the world. This work would not be nearly as thorough or complete without their input, including those who must remain nameless to protect their continued efforts in various arenas. Connect with Drew online at baersolutionsllc.com. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Lance Essihos shares how his traumatic and tumultuous beginnings inspired him to share the lessons and stories of adversity to inspire others to see adversity as a gift. Listen in as Lance and I dive into the true adversity of overcoming yourself, how to see the lessons of challenges in the moment, and why daily actions are the key to growth.   Lance shares why he doesn’t call himself a guru or expert, and how he continues to face challenges with alcoholism, addiction with transparency and vulnerability. We also explore why people put themselves in the same situation again and again, as well as the difference between familiarity and preference.   After losing his chance of becoming a professional hockey player, Lance Essihos found himself in the midst of an identity crisis. Directionless and bereft of his dream, Lance spent many years searching for his purpose in the world, drawn to the night-life industry fulfilling his craving for adventure and the hedonism that comes with a bad-boy lifestyle. Death and despair shortly followed and it was time to pour this pain into something more purposeful.   After decades of heartbreak, loss of loved ones, and numerous business failures, Lance was able to uncover the behavioural patterns that arise in hard times. These experiences led to Lance’s life’s mission of helping the world alchemize their rock bottom into personal power. Through his own personal development journey working with countless healers, experts, and leaders in the field of adversity and personal struggle, Lance has discovered the greatest tool to get you to the other side of your darkest moments: Becoming the Warrior.   You can learn more about Lance and his book here: https://lanceessihos.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Michael O’Brien shares how his journey riding his bike across the U.S. taught him valuable lessons about embracing uncertainty and building resilience. Listen in as Michael and I dive into how he dealt with the trauma of a life-altering accident by understanding the difference between resting and quitting, learning lessons from discomfort, and helping others to pause, breathe, and reflect.   Michael O'Brien is the author of Shift: Creating Better Tomorrows. He is a former health care executive and today he is an executive coach, meditation teacher and founder of the Pause, Breathe and Reflect Meditation App, which will be out in October.   Michael’s recovery from a near-death cycling experience was the catalyst to the seminal shift that changed his perspective, mindset and actions. It put Michael on a path to create better tomorrows at work and in life.   It sparked an executive career progression, which helped him find happiness and passion for business and leadership development.   You can learn more about Michael's powerful work and to order a copy of his book, Shift at https://www.michaelobrienshift.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Ian Strimbeck is exploring how society can shift their perspective to be proactive in the effort to protect themselves and their communities. Listen in as Ian and I dive into the topic of self-protection through health, physical skills, and weaponry. Ian shares the impact of understanding the potential harm that surrounds us every day and being open to the wisdom that comes from awareness. Ian shares the complications of self-defense, and the questions you need to ask to feel prepared for uncertainty.   Ian Strimbeck is the owner and founder of Runenation. He writes, he fights, he lives, he climbs and invests in himself and others to teach them how to come home safe, to win, to prevail.   After serving as an infantryman in the United States Marines holding every position in that capacity, he used the GI Bill to earn a bachelor's degree in Communication with a concentration in Journalism, minored in Psychology in 2014. During those four years, he worked for an executive protection firm in Boston, where his clients ranged from VIP celebrities, International dignitaries.   In 2017 he decided that he was going to take the leap into the dark void of the unknown. The result of this faith in himself is Runenation. All of his martial combat experience can be condensed into one singular phrase: No one is coming to save you.   You can connect with Ian via his website: https://www.runenationllc.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Gavin Meenan shares how a devastating car accident changed the trajectory of his life and taught him the meaning of self-acceptance. Listen in as Gavin and I discuss why he’s on a mission to help men drop distractions and face adversity in order to work through the pain, trauma, and issues that are preventing them from living a healthy, balanced life. Gavin shares why men are likely to suppress their true selves, common distractions that keep men stuck, and how becoming a parent helped Gavin to practice forgiveness and compassion toward himself and others.   Gavin Meenan is a leading voice in the Irish Health and Fitness Community. A former European powerlifting champion, he has personally helped hundreds of people achieve life changing results, having impacted of 100,000 people with his unique message.   Gavin is now expanding his platform into the men’s coaching space with the goal of helping men everywhere build stronger minds, bodies, and lives. This has been his main inspiration for writing and publishing his two bestselling books: Stronger Minds, Stronger Body, Stronger Life and the Art of Self-Acceptance. Gavin is also the host of The Modern Warrior podcast.   You can learn more about Gavin here: https://www.instagram.com/gavinmeenan/   Read Gavin’s book here: https://www.theartofselfacceptance.com/free-book51162762   Listen to The Modern Warrior podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qNijW8nH7F2yuQMb8ZynI?si=ADiQw2b_QuWf0LkrM2BXug&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Zach Pogrob is revealing the keys to assessing and replicating the behaviors that will produce the best results. Listen in as Zach and I discuss how he focused on writing and creating in a way that has cultivated a community over 100k on Instagram, what it means to operate in a flow state, and his best advice for navigating the seasons of behaviors to optimize results. Zach also shares why he’s embracing obsession vs. passion and finds freedom in discipline.   Zac Pogrob is the Found of BehaviorHack on Instagram. He is an entrepreneur, writer, and owner of Photo Booth. As a former D1 college player, he had multiple injuries that forced him to take a brutally honest look at himself and his life. He put in the work in the gym to rebuild his body while simultaneously programming and rebuilding his mind from personal development, podcasts, and audiobooks. This was how BehaviorHack came to existence. His use of social media is unique and real, articulating an undeniable truth and creating content in a way that makes the most impact on his audience.   Connect with Zach in the following ways: Instagram: www.instagram.com/behaviorhack Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachpogrob Substack: https://behaviorhack.substack.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Lindsay Moran shares how her time as a CIA spy taught her to assess, strategize, and embrace challenges in order to succeed. Listen in as Lindsay and I discuss the advantages to compartmentalizing aspects of life, being able to read people, understanding vulnerability, and how her role as an operative impacted her views of motherhood. Lindsay also explores the impact of human trafficking on women and children and why she’s teaming up with DeliverFund to make a difference.   Lindsay Moran is an expert on human intelligence, espionage, and national security. A former CIA operative, she has over 20 years’ experience across a broad professional spectrum that includes covert operations, investigation, social impact, and communications. She is a national spokesperson and part of the development team at DeliverFund, a nonprofit intelligence organization that leverages cutting-edge technology in its mission to eradicate and end human trafficking.    Ms. Moran is author of the critically acclaimed, best-selling memoir Blowing My Cover; her articles and opinions have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Politico, The Huffington Post, and various other publications. She has served as a commentator on national security and intelligence issues for the BBC, CBS, CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The Young Turks, as well as national and local radio and online outlets. She was a field correspondent for the flagship news program America Tonight and its groundbreaking science and technology show TechKnow. Ms. Moran is featured as an expert on the top-rated Science Channel show What on Earth. She also consults on television series and movies, including the History Channel’s critically acclaimed documentary America’s War on Drugs and Netflix’s action series Hit and Run.   You can learn more about Lindsay and her efforts here: https://lindsaymoran.com/   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.