You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson Hero Bars: David Goggins & His Cookie Jar (Heroic +1 #1,613)
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Dec 21, 2023 
Retired Navy SEAL, David Goggins, shares insights on activating our full potential and creating a 'cookie jar' of motivational memories in this podcast episode.
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We Use Only Part Of Our Potential
- Goggins claims most people operate at about 40% of their potential, illustrating enormous latent capacity.
- His extreme feats exemplify what extended effort and mindset shifts can unlock.
Goggins' Rise From Exterminator To Record-Setter
- David Goggins recounts becoming an elite athlete after being a 297-pound exterminator and failing twice before succeeding at his pull-up record attempt.
- He used memories of past endurance and courage to push through extreme pain during events.
Make And Use A Box Of Hero Bars
- Create a box of 'hero bars' by listing moments you acted courageously and performed at your best.
- Keep that box ready to consult when facing fear, setbacks, or difficult challenges.