Tanya Chavez isn’t talking theory—she’s lived it.

As a USAF Jumpmaster, Tanya was responsible for training others to jump out of aircraft—where hesitation isn’t an option and pressure is constant. Some of the people she trained went on to become Pararescue Jumpers and aviators supporting Special Forces operations.

Now, she brings that same high-stakes mindset into the business world—using wind tunnels and indoor skydiving to train leadership teams how to perform under pressure, communicate clearly, and trust each other when it matters most.

This episode breaks down what pressure really does to people… and how to train yourself to handle it instead of fold under it.

Because pressure doesn’t break you—it reveals how prepared you are.

If you want to lead, perform, and stay steady when things get hard… this one’s for you.

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What happens when you don’t get the shot you trained your whole life for?

In this episode, Andrew Sridhar shares the raw truth behind failure, resilience, and what it actually takes to keep going when things don’t go your way. From being bullied as a kid to earning his place as a Navy SEAL, Andrew breaks down how setbacks, rejection, and discomfort became the foundation of his success.

We dive into:

* The moment he didn’t get selected—and what he did next

* Why grit isn’t taught… it’s revealed

* The mindset shift that turns failure into strategy

* Leadership lessons from Hell Week

* Walking away from “success” on Wall Street to build a life on purpose

* How to stay focused when there’s no clear path

Andrew now works with high performers, founders, and leaders using his “inevitable execution” framework—helping them perform under pressure and get out of their own heads.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure of your next move—this episode is your reminder:

You don’t need a perfect path.You just need to keep moving.

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Jared “Peaches” Pietras left home at 17 with one mission: step into something bigger than himself—and never look back. From becoming an elite Air Force Special Tactics Combat Controller to completing 11 deployments after 9/11, his life has been built on discipline, resilience, and showing up when it counts.In this episode, we dive into:-Why mental toughness beats physical strength every time-What it feels like to hit your breaking point—and keep going-The truth about failure, ego, and earning confidence-How to “fail fast” and move forward without hesitation-Why discipline is the foundation for everythingThis is a raw, real look at what separates those who quit… from those who don’t.If you’ve ever wanted to build unshakable resilience—this episode is for you.New Episode Every Wednesday!Connect with Peaches:Ones Ready: https://www.onesready.com/Ataclete: https://ataclete.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cctpeaches/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-pietras-4611b968/Connect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetLessonsFromtheFieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.orgBe the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!)

Why do high performers still feel overwhelmed?

In this episode of Mindset Lessons from the Field, John Mollura breaks down the real problem: it’s not a lack of motivation—it’s too many things feeling important.

Drawing from his experience working alongside NASA engineers and Air Force Pararescue teams, John shares how to cut through the noise, build real confidence, and execute when it matters most.

We dive into:

* The “HIT” framework to eliminate overwhelm and take action

* Why confidence is built by keeping promises to yourself

* How overthinking, perfectionism, and procrastination are rooted in fear

* The difference between pressure and burnout (and how to handle both)

* Why small, consistent actions create unstoppable momentum

This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, scattered, or pulled in too many directions—and is ready to focus, execute, and move forward.

Listen now and start training your mind to perform under pressure.

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What actually keeps you going… when your body is done, your mind is done, and quitting would be easier?

In this episode, I sit down with former Navy SEAL Cory Zillig — who spent 20 years in the SEAL teams, including serving as an assault team leader on the mission that killed Osama bin Laden.

But this conversation isn’t about war.

It’s about what happens after the mission ends…When there’s no clear path.No structure.No one telling you what to do next.

We break down:

* Why devotion matters more than discipline

* The difference between a mindset and a warrior spirit

* How to keep going when life stops being linear

* What failure, doubt, and identity loss really teach you

* And why belief in yourself isn’t optional… it’s everything

This is for anyone who feels stuck, lost, or unsure of their next move.

Because the real battle?It’s not out there.

It’s inside your head.

And you either train for it…or it trains you.

If you’re ready to stop waiting and start becoming — this one will hit.

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Most people don’t fail under pressure because they’re weak…they fail because they don’t know how to think.

Today’s guest, Trevor Fortner, is a former Navy EOD operator who spent years operating in high-stakes environments where one wrong decision could cost lives.

What he learned isn’t about toughness.It’s about control.

In this episode, we break down the exact frameworks elite operators use to:• Stay calm when everything around them is chaos• Make better decisions under pressure• Control panic before it takes over• Avoid mistakes you can’t recover from

This isn’t theory.This is real-world mindset training that applies to your life, your business, and the moments that matter most.

Because pressure isn’t going anywhere…but how you respond to it can change everything.

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What if the thing that builds your resilience… is curiosity?

In this episode, I sit down with Wells Jones — former U.S. Navy Antarctic Pararescue team member, adventurer, and storyteller — whose life has taken him from free-falling over the South Pole to trekking 1,100 miles across the Middle East.

We dive into:

* Why curiosity takes courage

* How identity isn’t fixed — it evolves

* The power of storytelling to bridge divides

* What resilience really looks like beyond survival

* How to quiet your mind and stay grounded in chaos

Wells shares powerful lessons from extreme environments, real human connection, and a lifetime of saying yes to the unknown.

This one will shift how you see fear, growth, and what you’re capable of.

Listen in and ask yourself:Where am I playing small… when I could be exploring more?

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In this episode, we sit down with Trenton Miguez, a former military intelligence officer who served in contested regions across the Middle East supporting counterterrorism and protection missions. He later helped design the Army’s training program for new intelligence officers and now teaches leaders how to think more clearly in complex environments through his work with EverydaySpy. This conversation dives into how intelligence professionals approach decision-making, risk, and leadership when the stakes are high and the information is incomplete.Inside this episode:• Why most people misunderstand decision-making• The intelligence framework for evaluating productive vs. counterproductive choices• The difference between data, information, and true knowledge• How perceived risk can be more dangerous than real risk• Why curiosity is the most powerful trait in intelligence professionals• How leaders communicate and make decisions in uncertainty• The power of keeping an experience ledger to build real wisdomIf you want to sharpen your thinking, make better decisions, and develop a stronger mindset when life gets uncertain — this episode is packed with lessons you can apply immediately.🎙 Mindset Lessons from the Field explores how elite performers — from special operators to entrepreneurs — build discipline, resilience, and mental toughness to perform at their best.NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY!!!Connect with Trenton:Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/45cuYfYExplore Spy School: https://everydayspy.com/ Listen to the podcast: https://youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcastLearn from a CIA Spy: https://youtube.com/@Andrew-BustamanteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/?hl=daConnect with Mindset Lessons from the Field:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmCukt91CDijj2-QMGQ_plwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetlessonsfromthefield/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetlessonsfromfieldShow Sponsor: www.EmpowerLitNonprofit.orgBe the Reason a Child Believes in Themselves!Show Sponsor: www.Spheremoji.com (Use code MINDSET for 10% off!)