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.

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What happens when the warrior mindset that once kept you alive starts tearing your life apart?In this raw, powerful conversation, Dr. Tony Dice—former Navy SEAL, firefighter, and therapist—opens up about the hidden battles behind his uniform: addiction, self-destruction, and the fight to become the father and man he was meant to be.

We talk about:

* Hitting rock bottom and finding purpose through pain

* The dark side of “never quit”

* How to rebuild trust with your family after chaos

* Turning tactical discipline into emotional resilience

* His “TACOPS to PSYOPS” model for transforming high performers

Dr. Tony’s story is a masterclass in redemption, self-awareness, and the courage to start over.

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Tegan Broadwater’s story sounds like a movie—but it’s real.A touring musician turned undercover FBI agent, Tegan spent nearly two years inside the Crips, all while raising a family just miles away. In this episode, he opens up about fear, identity, loyalty, and what it takes to keep your cool when everything’s on the line.

We talk about:

* Jumping out of the “plane” and figuring it out mid-fall

* How to stay grounded when danger becomes your normal

* Balancing purpose, family, and risk

* Building loyalty and leadership—whether in the streets or in business

A raw, powerful conversation on courage, self-control, and purpose in chaos.

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In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, Gina Casazza sits down with resilience instructor, functional fitness coach, and Guinness World Record holder Kyle Shepard to break down what it really takes to train your mind like your body.

Kyle shares how to build resilience as a daily practice, manage stress without burning out, and develop unshakable self-awareness as a parent, leader, or athlete. You’ll learn how to:

* Turn everyday stress into mental strength

* Train resilience like a skill — not a trait

* Stay calm under chaos and raise emotionally strong kids

* Give yourself grace without losing discipline

This episode will challenge you to rethink comfort, stress, and self-mastery — and remind you that mental toughness isn’t born, it’s built.

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Former FBI agent Eric O’Neill, the real-life spy hunter who brought down the infamous mole Robert Hanssen, joins Gina Casazza on Mindset Lessons from the Field to talk about what it truly takes to think like a spy—and live with relentless focus and discipline.

Eric shares how he trained his ADHD mind for extreme concentration, the lessons learned from years undercover, and how those same mental toughness skills can protect you from today’s cyber threats.

You’ll learn:

* How to train your brain to stay calm and sharp under stress

* The daily focus ritual Eric uses to turn ADHD into a superpower

* The unseen dangers of AI-driven scams and how to defend yourself

* How to raise resilient, cyber-smart kids in a digital world

* What it means to “think like a spy, act like a spy hunter”

Eric’s new book Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime is out now — uncover the dark web, digital deception, and how to outsmart modern hackers before they outsmart you.

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Join host Gina Casazza in Mindset Lessons from the Field #87 as she sits down with Doug Kiesewetter, a seasoned Green Beret, entrepreneur, and Director of Brand Development. With nearly two decades in U.S. Army Special Forces and years of business leadership, Doug opens up about:

* Why not quitting is the ultimate mindset strategy

* The real meaning of authenticity in life and business

* How to know when to pivot vs. push forward

* The hidden struggles behind building a brand and transitioning from the military

* Daily rituals that strengthen mental toughness and resilience

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, student, or someone chasing growth, this episode will leave you with actionable strategies to conquer self-doubt and embrace discipline like a warrior.

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