The Impossible Life

Until you take responsibility for your life and everything that's happened to you, you won't be able to change it. That is ownership. Listen this week as we dive into ownership and the beliefs you must have in order to utilize an ownership mindset. We also dive into entitlement and what that thought process looks like as well as some examples and the implications of having that mindset.  We also g...

Core values are your definition of what's best. They are a way of acting that you determine is best. They are shaped by your beliefs and will be a compass for your life so you know what to do regardless of circumstances. Getting core values in your life will be a game changer if you don't have them already. If you do have them already, understanding their tie to vision and mission will be like roc...

Viktor Frank said, "He, who has a why to live for, can bear with almost any how." The challenge for most people is that they aren't sure of their why.  In this episode, we dive into vision as well as its ties to purpose, mission, and how it can direct your life. We go into the keys to getting vision, what a good one looks like, as well as the impact it will have. This is a massive topic and it wou...

Zig Ziglar said, "Attitude, not aptitude, will determine your altitude."  The impact of attitude is often underestimated. Attitude is a choice and a controllable that is always down to you. The trajectory of greatness will require you to have a good attitude to help you overcome the adversity you are sure to encounter. In this episode, we dive into what impacts attitude and how to take control of...

Choice is a super power everyone has, but it often remains under utilized because we fail to recognize the power we have at hand. The freedom to choose one's response to everything around them is a true unlock to growth and potential. As Viktor Frankl said, "Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our fr...

Principles are something that everyone is aware of and many people feel they have a grasp of. An internet search will give you the "principles" of most things. However, understanding that principles govern outcomes and learning to assess and identify the ones at play in the various areas of your life is a true unlock. Wisdom is understanding the principles at play and living in accordance to them...

Success leaves clues. If you look at successful people that you admire, chances are they have a morning routine that primes them to be their best self. Athletes are notorious for having meticulous routine and preparation. While you may not be an athlete, the principle of preparation for success is consistent. In this episode, we go into the elements of a successful morning routine so you can desig...

Honor is not something commonly talked about in society, but we see dishonor everywhere. Far too often, people are more than willing to tear down another person and what they've built.  Living by default means honor is only given for those in highly esteemed positions of accomplishment. Living by design means you give all people honor because you are honorable. It is a whole new filter where you a...

People often say that motivation doesn't last, but it is an emotion that can get you started towards whatever goal or journey you're focused on. Learning to stir up motivation and think intentionally can help you keep that motivation and the positive emotions associated with it. In this episode, we get Garrett's motivation assessment tool that can be used for any area of your life. We talk through...

"A man will never rise above the way he sees himself." - Keith Craft There is no greater determinant of success and where you will go in life than your identity. How you see yourself and who you believe you are will determine your resiliency as well as what you believe you're capable of. It can also limit you and keep you from ever stepping into the possibilities that exist for you in life.  We go...

Tim Douglas is the founder of The Inspired Way podcast designed to inspire and empower people to face the daily storms of life with passion, strength, and courage. Tim's analogy of the different ways a cow and a buffalo face a storm will challenge you to examine yourself and how you deal with the inevitable difficulties life will throw your way. We cover the importance of doing hard things, the ne...

Success is something that very few people have clearly defined. The default "success" people pursue usually involves finances, possessions, and freedom of time. The problem with that definition is that it is largely outside of your control and, as a result, many people end up feeling empty. In this episode, we give an entirely new definition of success that is 100% in your control and will also gi...

Tony Robbins' mentor Jim Rohn said "Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment." Discipline is essential for living a life of freedom and truly fulfilling your potential. We all battle with a lack of discipline in some area of our life no matter our age or background. In this episode, Garrett digs deep into the archives and shares 21 practical tools to increase and build discipline....

Self talk is estimated to occur at up to 70,000 thoughts per day! It is a conversation you have been and will continue to have your entire life. For most people, they are completely on auto-pilot and experience their thoughts and emotions like the weather. They feel as if they have no control over it when, in fact, it is a key part of our life that we can design and use intentionally. In this epis...

Decisions are something that we all make hundreds, if not thousands, of a day. However, there are areas in our life where we are still wasting energy deliberating about things where we already know the correct answer. Learning to recognize those areas and change them from decisions to non-decisions is an unlock to your level up. In this episode, we define what a non-decision is, how it's different...

Standards are something everyone has, but very few are really clear on their own personal standards. Standards come from your values and beliefs and will dictate what you allow in your life both personally and professionally. Navy SEALs have a world recognized standard for performance and excellence. In this episode, we go into the importance of standards and the impact they have personally and pr...

In this episode, we take 7 questions that listeners submitted and dive deep to get Garrett's thinking on the subjects. We cover a wide range of topics including being a warrior and fighting the good fight of faith in today's culture as well as detailed accounts of our journaling practices. We also go into accountability, developing perseverance, obsession and it's place in accomplishment as well a...

Problems! We all have them and your ability to solve them will determine a lot about your life's trajectory. Because everyone has problems, being a good problem solver enables you to increase your value anywhere you go. SEAL teams are expert problem solvers solving high pressure problems in life or death situations. Garrett goes into the value of this skill as well as touching on the 3 most common...

Success is neither magical nor mysterious. It is the consequence of consistently applying the basic fundamentals. That Jim Rohn quote is easy to read and a lot more difficult to apply. However, the application of this thought process will enable success in any clearly defined area in your life. In this episode, we look at Garrett's experience in the SEAL teams at mastering the basics and breakdown...

Jason Poston is a former professional body builder with numerous accolades to his name including finishing 3rd twice at the Mr Olympia competition. Jason was also in jail over 30 times before the age of 21 and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 29 before he even thought of becoming a pro body builder. Hear the incredible story and see how type 1 diabetes was a blessing from God that...

Relationships are one of the essentials of life. We all have them and they are the number 1 determinant of our future and the quality of life that we have. However, there is another level of relationship called alignments. Alignments are deeper, more intentional, and will determine your next level in life. They determine whether you go up or down, get better or worse, go forward or backward, and w...

Knowing your strengths is hugely important to winning in life. The challenge to discovering them is they come so naturally that you can easily overlook them or take them for granted. However, discovering them will enable you to increase the passion and energy in your life and help you win in all you do. In this episode, we go into the value of strengths and what they will do for you and then explo...

 We have the power to make things easier or harder instantly through perspective. Seneca said "we suffer more in  imagination than in reality" in reference to the anxiety and view we take on things. If we can make things worse in our head, then it's logical we can make them better as well. Listen as we cover the power of perspective and break down where they come from, how to change them, and what...

Part 2 of the interview with Nate Burkhalter talks about Nate's experiences and trials as a 7 time Ninja Warrior. Hear how Nate went from being a full time engineer to a competitor on the hit show and how that eventually led to him being on the hit International show Exatlón. Nate talks about the risks of playing it safe as well as the power of persistence, going all in, and breaking through limit...

Nate Burkhalter is a 7 x Ninja Warrior Contestant, but he is also a burn survivor confined to a wheelchair during rehab. Hear Nate's story of how he came from humble beginnings and made deliberate choices that led him to the bright lights of Ninja Warrior. We go into the power of long term thinking, seizing opportunity, building on life lessons, and the power of true faith. Hear Nate's story and b...