🚀 The Book in 3 Sentences
- A simple recount of David Goggin's life and his mindset approach in every challenge he undertakes.
- A great read in understanding how to build callouses in the mind - to build the mental strength and resilience to keep us going through difficult times.
- Simple hacks that would prevent us falling into the comfort zone and play the victim card when things get tough.
How I Discovered It
The 4x4x48 challenge got me introduced to David Goggins. I took up the challenge and raised GBP 2800 for charity. As I went through it, I got to know more about him. His attitude. His approach to life. So I needed to read to know more.
Who Should Read It?
Anyone who wants to improve their life
People who like to give themselves a push physically
☘️ How the Book Changed Me
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💡 How my life / behaviour / thoughts / ideas have changed as a result of reading the book.
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✍️ My Top 3 Quotes
- We don't rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training.
- Greatness is not something that if you meet it once it stays with you forever. That shit evaporates like a flash of oil in a hot pan
- It is what you tell yourself that matters. The most important conversations you'll ever have are the ones you'll have with yourself.
📒 Summary + Notes
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🏋🏽♂️ Repetition will callous your mind
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Situation: You are in danger of living a life so comfortable and soft that you will die without ever realising your true potential.