Never Finished

This is a re-post back when I read Never Finished by David Goggins. Similar to how I felt super pumped and motivated then, I still carry that sentiment today. His story was moving and his message is clear: We have a limited amount of time here on earth; use it wisely. Here are 3 useful techniques straight from Goggins:

1. Check your ABCs:

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

acronym/analogy to follow through with your top 3 priorities

2. Record yourself self-talk

to assess mood to get back on track

3. ROGER that.

Received

Order Given

Expect Results.

The Essential Nuggets of Wisdom from Goggins:

• nourish seeds of resilience

• shows how people process trauma through denial & different perspectives

• “Accepting your full truth, including all your faults, imperfections, and missteps allows you to evolve, expand your possibilities, seek redemption, and explore your true potential.”

• I did not cave into the emotion and quit. When people do that, they aren’t even making an actual decision to quit. It’s a default reaction due to stress.

• Regroup for productive self-talk.

• trained humility

• relieve unnecessary pressure to get the task done

• willingness > life purpose & motivation

• others do not have the choice that we have

• prep for failures

• intentionally choose your tribe

• examine beliefs, know yourself & values

• believe in yourself, stand by what you believe

• always train for the next experience

• leaders live for something bigger than themselves

• you can redefine yourself

What's a productivity/mindful technique/tool that works for you?