The Mark Divine Show

For the week of Christmas, we'll be airing our Best episodes of 2020 a second time. We start with new episodes again on the 30th with a solo episode from Mark. In the meantime, enjoy and have a Merry Christmas. In the second part of this interview with Errol Doebler, Mark and Errol talk about work with the FBI SWAT teams and his breathing practices with Wim Hof. Errol is the author of the newly released The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership: How Leaders Inspire Confidence and Clarity in Combat, in the Boardroom, and at the Kitchen Table. He tells Mark about his work finding his own leadership philosophy from the different kinds of work that he's done. Hear how: The practice of breathing properly is the basis of learning how to lead. You'll always need to make a plan when you're confronted with a situation. You must understand the role of the SMAC process in planning. Listen to this episode to hear more about Errol's approach to planning and leadershipSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the week of Christmas, we'll be airing our Best episodes of 2020 a second time. We start with new episodes again on the 30th with a solo episode from Mark. In the meantime, enjoy and have a Merry Christmas. Chris Gronkowski is a former NFL player and is part of the clan of Gronkowski brothers who all played professional sports. He is now an entrepreneur and the founder of the Ice Shaker brand of insulated bottles that were featured on Shark Tank. He is also the host of his own podcast Gronk'd Up. Today, he talks with Mark about how to thrive during these VUCA times. Listen to this episode to hear how: Anybody can be an NFL Player or Navy SEAL given the raw material Defining moments and determination can take you to the next level Chris found new opportunities and embraced challenges during this crisis Tune in to hear Gronkowski's transition from sports to business and how he's making even more changes today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Renowned life coach and alternative medicine expert Justin Stenstrom joins Mark to discuss what it means to truly live an elite life. Justin is the best-selling author of Elite Mind: A Real-World Guide to Overcoming Anxiety, Conquering Depression, and Unleashing Your Inner Confidence, Editor-in-Chief of Elite Man Magazine, the founder of Elite Life Nutrition, and the host of the Elite Man Podcast. Justin and Mark also talk about mental health, alternative medicine, neuro-linguistic programming, and the state of the current pandemic. Hear how: Mental illness can affect anybody at any moment-even more so in this pandemic Justin recovered from his anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts-without modern medicine The origins of modern medicine are not what you think and how holistic medicine went the wayside Listen to this episode for some insight on what it truly means to be elite and how you can use the current VUCA environment to get there.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brent Gleeson, author of Embrace the Suck: The Navy SEAL Way to an Extraordinary Life and founder of TakingPoint Leadership, joins Mark to talk about his experiences with the SEALs, leadership, how failures lead to success, and more. Hear how: Transforming your team requires training the character of the individuals in your team You must lean into adversity and the inevitable pain and suffering Building emotional and mental fortitude is just as important as physical training "If you ain't failing, you ain't trying." Micro-failures lead to success Listen to this episode so you can learn how to face failure and lead effectively in our current VUCA world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today Mark is talking with Mike Corey, the creator and host of Fearless & Far, a YouTube channel devoted to extreme travel. He talks about his scariest travel adventures and how you can face your own fears and transform them into the best opportunities. Hear how: The best way to travel is by pushing yourself and finding comfort in discomfort Fear will never go away-it's up to you and your courage to control it On the other side of fear and discomfort is a bounty like never before Listen to this episode to understand how you can navigate your fears and make the most out of any situation-no matter how extreme.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chadd Wright talks with Mark about BUD/S, life after the military, and how he personally faced adversity. Chadd is an ultra-runner, former SEAL, and co-founder of the 3 of 7 Project dedicated to the completion of people through the body, soul, and spirit. Chadd also goes into detail on the power of the spoken word and becoming a spiritual warrior. Hear how: You must "embrace the suck" and turn it into an opportunity The power of the spoken word can eliminate negativity in your life Submission can take you the next step toward your purpose Listen to this enlightening conversation and gain insight into how you can navigate through this current world of VUCA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode, Commander Divine talks about how discipline and self-mastery are essential to developing an unbeatable mind. See how you can apply these practices and thrive in this current VUCA crisis. Learn how: Discipline is essential for ensuring a desired behavior. The ancient stoic philosophers understood that there needs to be moderation in everything, even in moderation. You can access the six pillars of physical health-including recovery, community, and time in nature. Listen to this episode to gain a greater grasp on the discipline necessary to achieve your own self-mastery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Commander Divine is reading another chapter from the newest edition of Unbeatable Mind. In his reading, he addresses how stress is not the problem, but how you deal with it is. If you understand the importance of your own decisions, then you will recognize how you create your own realities and stresses. Learn about how: It is essential to remember breathwork and box breathing for managing stress. There is a difference between mindfulness and concentration meditation, and it's better to learn concentration first. There are four attitudes of emotional resiliency: self-esteem, orientation toward others, positivity, and self-control. Listen to this episode to get a better understanding of stress and how you can manage it-and even make it work for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today Mark talks with Jake Wood about his experiences with leadership, the Marine Corps, and the founding of Team Rubicon-the disaster relief team made largely of former military members. He is also the author of the upcoming book called Once a Warrior: How One Veteran Found a New Mission Closer to Home. Hear how: True leadership is love-leadership means you always have a stake in the lives of the people you're leading There are different kinds of courage and while physical courage is what we generally think of, moral courage is also completely integral Team Rubicon serves as an inspiration for Americans, but how we respond to disasters is our choice alone  Listen to this conversation to find out more about leadership and finding your mission in life during these VUCA times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Belisa Vranich, a clinical psychologist and breathing expert, delves into the transformative power of breath. She introduces the concept of Breathing Intelligence Quotient (BIQ) and emphasizes its role in enhancing health and managing stress. Listeners will learn about the importance of diaphragmatic breathing over suboptimal techniques and how proper methods can improve physical performance and emotional balance. Vranich also shares practical tips for incorporating breathwork into daily life, making it accessible for better health and resilience.