Can’t Hurt Me Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins

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Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins

Author: David Goggins

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare — poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world’s top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him “The Fittest (Real) Man in America.”

In Can’t Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.

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David Goggins made me do it. Seriously, such a breathe of fresh air. Finally a self improvement book from someone who has been there and is living the life he teaches. And in such a straight forward, no bullshit way. Goggins is brutal, real, and incredibly inspiring. Definitely the kinda book I needed going into the new year. Each time I picked up this book I felt his drive and passion and when I put it aside I put that mentality into my own life and got shit done! I also ran more this week than I have this whole year – who am I?! I am completely and utterly fascinated by this man and his willpower. Renee Amberg                                                                                        rated it: 5.0 from 5.0

An influential autobiography of an uncommon man. The book acts as a mirror to visualise our purpose and challenges to reach the ultimate potential. The charismatic narration makes it a captivating read. Niranjan Kamath                                                                                     rated it: 5.0 from 5.0

While David’s language is oftentimes chauvinistic, his message is positive and inclusive: Everyone can attain more than they know if they persevere through the suffering. In fact, it is consistent and deliberate suffering that allows humans to do amazing things. Through a series of reflections on his life experiences, told sometimes chronologically and other times thematically, he shares one lesson per chapter. Each chapter ends with a reiteration of the lesson, and tips for applying it to the reader’s life. The lessons and stories were inspirational; I found myself repeating the mantras throughout the day. I borrowed the book for a friend, and may buy it for myself to continually reference the tips. Lee Grant                                                                                               rated it: 5.0 from 5.0