After 20 years in the U.S. Army, Joe Byerly learned a powerful truth: real growth doesn’t come from rank or recognition—it comes from reflection.

In this episode, Joe shares how journaling, reading, and self-awareness transformed his leadership, helped him transition out of the military, and led to the creation of From the Green Notebook. We talk identity loss after service, the discipline of writing things down, why resistance shows up when you’re on the right path, and how reflection can help anyone—military or civilian—live and lead better.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from who you’re becoming… this episode is for you!

One takeaway says it all: Write it down.

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Matt and Monica Spellicy share one of the most powerful stories ever told on Mindset Lessons from the Field.

From Monica’s 17 years of sobriety after surviving domestic abuse… to Matt navigating brutal custody battles… to the unimaginable loss of their children in a tragic accident — this episode is about choosing strength when life shatters you.

They open up about:

• Healing after trauma

• Why forgiveness matters

• How faith and fitness saved them

• Teaching kids resilience through pain

• Refusing the victim mindset

• Turning suffering into purpose

This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply inspiring.If you’ve ever wondered how to keep going when life hits hardest — this episode is for you.

Listen now and train your mindset like a warrior.

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In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, I sit down with former U.S. Army Green Beret Justin Litko — a Special Forces medic turned executive leader — to break down what truly separates elite performers from everyone else.

Justin shares his journey from Ranger Battalion to Special Forces, his transition into corporate leadership, and the mindset shifts required to thrive outside the military. We dive into:

• Civilian mentality vs team mentality• Why discipline beats motivation every time• How to build real accountability• Leadership mistakes that destroy teams• Taking smart risks when everything feels uncertain• Why loyalty and credibility still win in business• Daily mindset habits that create long-term success

Justin also opens up about his toughest moments, how he avoided quitting, and what young leaders must develop to stand out in today’s world.

If you’re building a business, leading a team, or just trying to level up your life — this episode will challenge you to think differently, act stronger, and lead better.

Listen now and train your mindset like a warrior.

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Aaron Peña spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, team leader, and BUD/S instructor. In this conversation, he breaks down the mindset that carried him through combat, fatherhood, transition, and building a new mission after the Teams.

He shares what discipline really looks like, how to prepare for big life changes, why self-image matters more than motivation, and the daily habits that keep you steady when life gets loud.

If you’re looking for simple, practical ways to get tougher, think clearer, and lead yourself better — this episode is a blueprint.

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In this episode, David Charbonnet returns to Mindset Lessons from the Field with a story that pushes the limits of grit, faith, and teamwork. After a parachuting accident left him paralyzed, David rebuilt his life and purpose. But when he and fellow SEAL Chad Wright set out to conquer the world’s toughest kayak race—the Yukon 1000—nature had other plans.

From battling freezing waves and sleep deprivation to facing the sting of failure, David opens up about what happens when your best effort still isn’t enough—and why that’s exactly where growth begins.

He shares hard-earned lessons on leadership, trust, and why the goal isn’t to avoid pain but to find meaning through it. This episode is raw, humbling, and a reminder that even when life knocks you down, you can still choose to paddle forward.

🎧 Listen if you’ve ever failed, fallen short, or needed a reason to get back up again.

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After being medically discharged from Navy SEAL training and told he’d never return to service, Geoff Dardia refused to accept defeat. He rebuilt his body, rewired his mind, and turned pain into purpose.

In this raw and powerful conversation, Geoff reveals what it really means to take ownership of your health — from overcoming toxic exposure and burnout to mastering stress, recovery, and discipline.

If you’ve ever felt broken, lost, or stuck in survival mode, this episode will remind you that the body follows the mind — and you’re stronger than you think.

Watch, share, and subscribe to Mindset Lessons from the Field for weekly lessons from elite performers who’ve mastered the mental game of life.

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