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Carrying the Torch: Honoring Heroes with Colton Kyle
This week, Marcus and Melanie are honored to welcome Colton Kyle, the driving force behind the American Sniper Brand. Colton continues the legacy of his late father, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, by embodying the values of respect, honor, and patriotism through a line of clothing and accessories. Join us as we delve into Colton’s mission to celebrate and support the heroes among us, and how American Sniper Brand aims to be a symbol of love, sacrifice, and strength.
Colton’s dad, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, was the most lethal sniper in American history. Colton created the American Sniper Brand to honor his father’s legacy and to support the men and women who serve our country. A portion of the proceeds from the brand goes to the Taya and Chris Kyle Foundation, which strengthens the marriages of service families.
Colton shares stories about his father, Chris Kyle, and the values he stood for.
The inspiration behind American Sniper Brand and how it aims to honor the legacy of fallen heroes. The core values of respect, honor, and patriotism that guide the brand.
Colton’s vision for American Sniper as a symbol of a warrior’s love—love for God, others, and self-discipline.
Tune in to hear Colton Kyle’s inspiring journey and how he continues to honor his father’s legacy while supporting the heroes of today. Don’t miss this heartfelt and patriotic episode!
In This Episode You Will Hear:
• What I did experience [with my dad] was a great love from a great father.
• I believe I have a different gifting. (16:02)
• I discovered Muay Thai [martial arts] not very long ago and I absolutely love it. (16:26)
• I’m very confident in myself and my abilities. (17:14)
• Physical training in the martial arts arena means so much more than just being physically capable. (18:12)
• God has given me the tools and the people and the resources that I’m gonna be more than okay. (19:33)
• I think I’m a better man today than I would have been had I not lost my father. (20:02)
• If you’re gonna train a martial artist, you want to put him through the most rigorous and difficult training possible so that they’re prepare to take on anything. (20:18)
• You can’t live tomorrow; you can’t life in the past; all you can do is show up and be present in the day. (21:45)
• In my head I see a tidal wave that overcompensates for the loss that I had. (22:04)
• God gave us life. We’re not even deserving of that, really. (23:09)
• God didn’t take my father. He allowed it to happen and I’ve seen the good that was brought through it. (28:20)
• I’m passionate, as well, about the firearm and tactical industry. (44:04)
• I stand for Godliness. I stand for patriotism, I stand for sacrifice, duty, excellence, professionalism. (44:30)
• I’m a visionary, so I see the future in everything. I’m very excited about that. (49:08)
• I’m Colton Kyle, and I’m just gonna be Colton Kyle. Whatever Colton Kyle can be he will be. (51:36)
• You should strive to be better than your mother; better than you father, in the ways you can control. (55:00)
• To be really successful in something, you have to be gifted in that. (56:29)
• The greatest you could ever give somebody is to introduce them to Christ. (60:10)
Socials:
– IG: coltonkyleofficial
– americansniper.brand
– americansniper.com
– IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13
– patreon.com/teamneverquit
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– Navyfederal.org
– Policygenius.com
– GoodRX.com/TNQ
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Carrying the Torch: Honoring Heroes with Colton Kyle
This week, Marcus and Melanie are honored to welcome Colton Kyle, the driving force behind the American Sniper Brand. Colton continues the legacy of his late father, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, by embodying the values of respect, honor, and patriotism through a line of clothing and accessories. Join us as we delve into Colton’s mission to celebrate and support the heroes among us, and how American Sniper Brand aims to be a symbol of love, sacrifice, and strength.
Colton’s dad, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, was the most lethal sniper in American history. Colton created the American Sniper Brand to honor his father’s legacy and to support the men and women who serve our country. A portion of the proceeds from the brand goes to the Taya and Chris Kyle Foundation, which strengthens the marriages of service families.
Colton shares stories about his father, Chris Kyle, and the values he stood for.
The inspiration behind American Sniper Brand and how it aims to honor the legacy of fallen heroes. The core values of respect, honor, and patriotism that guide the brand.
Colton’s vision for American Sniper as a symbol of a warrior’s love—love for God, others, and self-discipline.
Tune in to hear Colton Kyle’s inspiring journey and how he continues to honor his father’s legacy while supporting the heroes of today. Don’t miss this heartfelt and patriotic episode!
In This Episode You Will Hear:
• What I did experience [with my dad] was a great love from a great father.
• I believe I have a different gifting. (16:02)
• I discovered Muay Thai [martial arts] not very long ago and I absolutely love it. (16:26)
• I’m very confident in myself and my abilities. (17:14)
• Physical training in the martial arts arena means so much more than just being physically capable. (18:12)
• God has given me the tools and the people and the resources that I’m gonna be more than okay. (19:33)
• I think I’m a better man today than I would have been had I not lost my father. (20:02)
• If you’re gonna train a martial artist, you want to put him through the most rigorous and difficult training possible so that they’re prepare to take on anything. (20:18)
• You can’t live tomorrow; you can’t life in the past; all you can do is show up and be present in the day. (21:45)
• In my head I see a tidal wave that overcompensates for the loss that I had. (22:04)
• God gave us life. We’re not even deserving of that, really. (23:09)
• God didn’t take my father. He allowed it to happen and I’ve seen the good that was brought through it. (28:20)
• I’m passionate, as well, about the firearm and tactical industry. (44:04)
• I stand for Godliness. I stand for patriotism, I stand for sacrifice, duty, excellence, professionalism. (44:30)
• I’m a visionary, so I see the future in everything. I’m very excited about that. (49:08)
• I’m Colton Kyle, and I’m just gonna be Colton Kyle. Whatever Colton Kyle can be he will be. (51:36)
• You should strive to be better than your mother; better than you father, in the ways you can control. (55:00)
• To be really successful in something, you have to be gifted in that. (56:29)
• The greatest you could ever give somebody is to introduce them to Christ. (60:10)
Socials:
– IG: coltonkyleofficial
– americansniper.brand
– americansniper.com
– IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13
– patreon.com/teamneverquit
Sponsors:
– Navyfederal.org
– Policygenius.com
– GoodRX.com/TNQ
– ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]
– Shadyrays.com [TNQ]
– Hims.com/TNQ
– Shopify.com/TNQ
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![MONICA KELSEY: Saving Lives with Safe Haven Baby Boxes—A Mission to Prevent Infant Abandonment
A Lifeline for Babies in Crisis – Featuring Monica Kelsey
In this powerful episode, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Monica Kelsey, founder and Executive Director of Safe Haven Baby Boxes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing infant abandonment by providing mothers in crisis a safe, legal, and anonymous option to surrender their newborns.
Monica’s journey is deeply personal. Born after her teenage mother was raped and hidden away during pregnancy, Monica was abandoned at birth. Her life story has fueled her passion to advocate for infants like herself and to create compassionate solutions for birth mothers who face unthinkable challenges. Through Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Monica is on a mission to ensure that no child is abandoned unsafely, and no mother is left without options.
We also explore Monica’s role as a firefighter and paramedic, where she has firsthand experience with the life-saving impact of Safe Haven laws. Her dedication to working with first responders has been crucial in creating awareness and ensuring these boxes are accessible nationwide.
Tune in as Monica shares her inspiring story, the incredible work her organization is doing, and how Safe Haven Baby Boxes are making a difference—one life at a time.
In This Episode You Will Hear:
• I grew up adopted, but I never knew the back story. (4:36)
• I joined [the U.S. Navy] and got my love for firefighting there. (5:40)
• I never longed for love. (6:35)
• I just called [my biological mother] and she says “I’ve been waiting for your call.” (9:30)
• I always wanted that connection of “Hey, she does that, and I do that.” (10:31)
• The question comes up: “Who’s my biological father?” And she just got up and walked out. (11:34)
• If abortion was available in 1972, I probably wouldn’t be sitting here today. (12:30)
• I had to come to grips with the fact that I was whisked into this world by violence, and then thrown away like trash. (14:03)
• I had to go back to my faith because I had stumbled away from it.(14:10)
• The more I started reading scripture, the more it started pointing to my life. (14:24)
• Controversy is horrible around the baby boxes. (19:23)
• We launched the very first baby box in April; 30 days later our son was in a deadly accident. (20:26)
• [Melanie] The thought of putting a baby in a box is crazy; but the box of putting a baby in a dumpster is crazier. (25:29)
Socials:
– IG: https://www.instagram.com/safehavenbabyboxes/
– https://www.shbb.org/
– https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5PQX9JG5U3gSwcIAciYCPQ
– https://www.tiktok.com/@safehavenbabyboxes?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
– IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13
– https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit
Sponsors:
– Navyfederal.org
– Tonal.com [TNQ]
– PXG.com/TNQ
– GoodRX.com/TNQ
– greenlight.com/TNQ
– PDSDebt.com/TNQ
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![KALOB CREIGHTON: Green Beret on the Night He Was Shot Protecting His Family
From the Battlefield to Breakthrough: The Kalob Creighton Story
This week on the Team Never Quit Podcast, we sit down with Special Forces Green Beret Kalob Creighton, whose story embodies the essence of courage, faith, and the power of healing.
Kalob’s journey began on the battlefield—serving his nation with honor and sacrifice. But his most life-changing battle didn’t happen overseas; it happened at home. During a late-night burglary attempt, Kalob was shot while shielding his toddler from danger. The bullet remains lodged near his spine—a constant reminder of that night and the uncertainty that followed.
Yet Kalob’s story doesn’t end with pain; it continues with purpose. Through his partnership with RejuvStem, Kalob has discovered the transformative potential of regenerative medicine. His recovery is more than physical—it’s a story of restored hope, renewed strength, and a return to life fully lived.
Join Marcus and Melanie as they explore how Kalob’s warrior mindset, combined with groundbreaking medical innovation, has redefined what it means to overcome. This episode is a powerful testament to resilience, family, and the mission to heal, restore, and give back the chance at life that so many fight for.
Listen now to hear Kalob’s incredible journey of survival, innovation, and strength—reminding us all why we never quit.
In this episode you will hear:
• You know how you go through stuff in training where it just sucks so bad it stops sucking? The “give a fuck” goes away. (15:20)
• The Delta course is crazy. You see guys cut open. Until I hit A&P and we started putting fingers in asses. (27:17)
• You have to learn the hard way sometimes. (37:34)
• [My father] He may not do it the right way himself, but he wanted us to do it the right way, and he taught us some morals and values. (37:50)
• [My dad] was a great human. [He’d] shake your hand. That’s what meant more than a contract. (38:00)
• When you’re switching from something that’s high octane like this driven purpose in a team environment. You walk out and you’re like “where’s my team at? (42:52)
• I’m all in. 100 miles an hour. Full throttle. Let’s go. (43:12)
• I got shot by a guy named “Keypad.” (61:26)
• That was the best thing that happened to me. I needed the wake-up call. It was God saying “listen up, dude.” (63:44)
• Like life #7. Pay attention, bro. (63:54)
• I got the feeling back in my right leg. In my left leg it never returned. (64:23)
• I’m sitting the just asking God, “When do guys like me quit? When do we throw in the towel? (70:11)
• I really brought in the realization of what’s important. If this does not have a purpose – change it. (80:03)
Support Kalob:
– IG: kalobcreighton
– Green Hat Defense: http://www.greenhatdefense.com
– https://theathletelab.org/
– Dr. Trent Nessler at The Athlete Lab – IG: bjjpt_acl_guy
– Peptides and continued care and support for myself and other vets: Core Medical Group https://coremedicalgrp.com/
– RejuvStem where I received stem cells: https://rejuvstem.com
https://www.wsmv.com/2025/02/13/suspects-fire-multiple-shots-injure-man-during-active-burglary-whites-creek/
Support TNQ
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![AARON MURPHY: Influencer Leveraging Social Media To Fight Poverty & Help Strangers Worldwide
Making a difference.
Welcome back to another episode of the Team Never Quit Podcast with your host, Marcus Luttrell. Today, Marcus speaks with a truly inspiring guest, Aaron Murphy, who has taken the social media world by storm with his videos, and, as a result, is using his platform to fight poverty in South America.
Aaron once struggled with severe anxiety that led him to reliance on drinking and smoking, but he eventually decided he wanted to save himself, so on his self-discovery journey, he set off to backpack in South America. During his time there, he befriended several people and through them not only began learning Spanish, but also learned more about the political and economic state of several South American countries.
When the COVID pandemic surfaced, Aaron found himself in lockdown in South America with the financial resources he had budgeted for his journey running low. Despite his personal financial insecurity, he was so deeply struck by the impoverished conditions of those around him that he gave the last of his resources to a family that was desperately in need of food and recorded the act on TikTok.
Many people were so touched by Murphy’s act of kindness that they began donating money, not only so he could provide for himself, but also so he could continue helping families in need. As a result, Murphy lived in South America throughout the pandemic, documenting the process of aiding their poor. His ultimate goal is to enable families to become self-sufficient, not just to relieve them of extreme poverty for a short period of time.
Aaron Murphy’s foundation: ”Murph’s Life,” to donate money for Murphy’s cases.
– www.murphslifefoundation.com
Socials:
– Tiktok/ IG/ Patreon/Youtube: Murphslife
Sponsors
– Navyfederal.org
– Policygenius.com
– factormeals.com/TNQ50
– https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulZZHjvU8To
In this episode you will hear:
• Everything I do, I just go hard core. (4:52)
• It got to the point that my health, and my soul and my mental health were at rock bottom. (5:06)
• I’m learning now that whenever you go into the unknown, you’re literally going into the darkness, and you don’t try to say this is how it’s going to be. New experiences could come out of that. (9:29)
• We build a home a week. We’re building a big school for the entire coffee community, and it’s gonna be the quality of a private school. (19:03)
• We’ve paid for a lot of surgeries that have saved kids’ lives. (19:20)
• I’ve seen the tingles and the boobies of charity every single day. (20:02)
• [Marcus] The minute you started focusing on what’s really important, you can feel it on the inside. It’s like a natural drug. (21:19)
• When I truly went through my life and developed a strong relationship with God – it was joy because no matter what, I have God. (29:35)
• I slept on a mattress from the trash in some shit hole where I had to share one toilet with four families and no toilet seat, and I was still able to feel joy. (30:13)
• I don’t think life is about getting quick highs. (31:00)
• I think it’s really good to have a personal – like a personal relationship [with God]. (36:06)
• My passion is finding one family and building them a forever home and a business. (37:12)
• Let’s say we have one farm that can bring in $50-$60,000 a month; now I can take a community of people who are tending to these food crops. Were gonna donate all this food to the orphanage and with 100% of their profit, it can pay for their education and their books. (42:05)
• What if I could pay people a U.S. wage in a poor country? That shit’s never been done before. (47:18)
• I want to feel a great joy and knowledge that I built this society, I created a portal for God like a beacon of light to know that we can create things in this life where people can be paid honestly and decently. (56:04)
• If we go through some catastrophic event, how cool would it be to have places that have food? (58:22)
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![KEVIN HINES: Mental Health Advocate, Best Selling Author, Survivor
“Life is a gift, that is why they call it the present. Cherish it always.”
That’s the mantra of this week’s Team Never Quit Podcast, Kevin Hines.
Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Miraculously, a sea lion kept him afloat until the Coast Guard arrived. He is one of only thirty-six (less than 1%) to survive that fall. He shares his compelling story of hope, healing, and his will to live with Marcus. His story was featured in the 2006 film The Bridge by film director and producer, Eric Steel. Kevin has inspired millions worldwide in the art of wellness and the ability to survive pain with true resilience. “Be here tomorrow…”
In this episode you will hear:
My biological parents had me on a diet of Kool-Aid, Coca-Cola, and sour milk.
My parents would leave me and my brother unattended to go score and sell drugs. Then Child Protective Services picked us up and put us in foster care.
The only time I ever lost faith was when I stood atop the Golden Gate Bridge looking down. I found it on my way down.
There’s a high number of suicidal teens who went through foster care. Many were abused and neglected by the ones in place to protect them.
[Marcus] “I think the kids that go through it, are the ones who can fix it.”
I finally ended up with foster parents who saved my life. They gave me a beautiful childhood.
At 17 my brain broke. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and then things got completely out of control.
I had auditory hallucinations telling me I had to die.
If somebody would have just asked me, I would’ve just told them the truth of my situation.
I left a suicide note in my backpack because I wanted my family knows I loved them.
When I was still underwater, I thought, “I’m gonna die here and no one’s gonna know I don’t want to. No one’s gonna know I made a mistake.”
On that [Coast Guard] boat, I made a cognitive decision: I would never again attempt to take my life as long as I should live, no matter the pain I’m in.
When you encounter a suicidal person, it’s about being with them in the moment. “What do you need from me to say here? How can I help keep you on this planet?”
My new motto is: I’m gonna be here tomorrow, and every day after that, no matter the pain I’m in.
Every moment of every day is a good moment.
It’s a privilege to exist.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988
Support Kevin:
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Audio Engineer - Joey Garza
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Each week join Retired Navy SEAL and Lone Survivor Marcus Luttrell, Morgan Luttrell, and Producer Andrew Brockenbush as they’ll take you into the “briefing room” to chat with incredible guests who share their greatest never quit stories. This humorous, heartfelt, and entertaining podcast is changing lives and has become a beacon of hope and resilience to those who are facing the impossible. One of the best ways we can support our community is to share their stories so that we might inspire others to Never Quit.
We’re bringing you real-life stories of men and women who took life’s toughest challenges and met them head-on, radically changing their own lives and inspiring others to do the same. KEVIN HINES: Mental Health Advocate, Best Selling Author, Survivor](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r2lfQi1BxRI/mqdefault.jpg)

![DR. TERRY FOSSUM: Veterinarian Surgeon, & Author Discusses Her Ground-Breaking Medicines For Dogs
A Passion for Animal Wellness.
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Team Never Quit Podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of veterinary medicine and animal wellness. In today’s episode, we are honored to have a distinguished guest, Dr. Terry Fossum, a world-renowned and board-certified veterinary surgeon. Dr. Fossum is a leading figure in the field of veterinary surgery, having earned international acclaim for her expertise.
She is the author of a best-selling textbook on small animal surgery, a testament to her deep knowledge and commitment to advancing veterinary practices.
With over 18,000 surgeries under her belt, Dr. Fossum has dedicated her career to the well-being of animals, striving to ensure that pets lead healthy and happy lives.
As a respected authority in the veterinary world, Dr. Fossum has been invited to deliver over 1,000 lectures to veterinarians worldwide. Her insights have shaped the knowledge and skills of professionals across the globe.
Her contributions extend beyond the operating room. Dr. Fossum’s commitment to education and sharing her expertise has left an indelible mark on the veterinary community.
– Purchase Dr. Fossums Pet Care products at drfossums.com & use code TEAMNEVERQUIT for 30% off!
Products include:
CBD (Great for Anxiety & Mobility)
Topical product for scratching (w/ Oleander)
Product for cognitive dysfunction in dogs
COMING SOON: Really amazing, oral anti-itch product & a cardiac support product!
In this episode you will hear:
• In my world, I do soft tissue surgery. I don’t even do orthopedic anymore. (9:54)
• When I was at A&M, with the help of then governor Perry, we built a large laboratory practice facility. (11:06)
• [Oleander] could be one of the most amazing natural compounds we have ever identified. (12:30)
• Senescent cells are the reason that we age. I think we can slow it down. (13:50)
• We do want to live longer and healthier. (13:47)
• As the number of divisions that a cell has continues, eventually they start making mistakes. (14:07)
• Some cells become senescent, which means they no longer divide. They sit in our body and secrete really inflammatory substances. (14:53)
• If you give a chemotherapeutic to a person, you drive some cells into senescence. And those cells are no longer going to respond to the chemotherapeutic. (16:06)
• Q: How much do you think it costs to get a drug approved through the FDA?
A: 2 Billion Dollars [$2,000,000,000) (17:30)
• When I hear that saying: “Dogs are man’s best friend”, what I think of is that dogs really are man’s best friend. (36:16)
• [Marcus] A dog’s love – Dog and God – that love that they show – unconditional – I wish I could love like that. (37:02)
• Oleander and a couple of synolytics and I think we have a great product that we will all take. (60:07)
• You can tell what kind of people people are by the way they treat their animals. (61:34)
• [Marcus: My dog, Mr. Rigby, a service canine] Boy, he was my best friend, I loved him and he never said one word to me. (63:32)
• Marcus: When I was a young man going to the SEAL teams, people weren’t SEALS would make up all these grand stories about what it took to get through the program: They give you a puppy, and you have to raise him, and then you gotta kill him. I had to go through [my service dog] Mr. Rigby. And I was the one who had to put him down. I’ve never felt any kind of pain like that. (64:54)
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Each week join Retired Navy SEAL and Lone Survivor Marcus Luttrell, Morgan Luttrell, and Producer Andrew Brockenbush as they’ll take you into the “briefing room” to chat with incredible guests who share their greatest never quit stories. This humorous, heartfelt, and entertaining podcast is changing lives and has become a beacon of hope and resilience to those who are facing the impossible. One of the best ways we can support our community is to share their stories so that we might inspire others to Never Quit.
We’re bringing you real-life stories of men and women who took life’s toughest challenges and met them head-on, radically changing their own lives and inspiring others to do the same. DR. TERRY FOSSUM: Veterinarian Surgeon, & Author Discusses Her Ground-Breaking Medicines For Dogs](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rQ30QWbDD-A/mqdefault.jpg)


![TAYLOR CAVANAUGH: Rising From Rock Bottom – Through Jail, SEAL Teams, and the French Foreign Legion
From the depths of despair to unparalleled heights of personal redemption.
This week, Marcus and Melanie meet with Taylor Cavanaugh, whose story is one of grit, resilience, and transformation. A former Navy SEAL turned French Foreign Legionnaire, Taylor is the only person to hold this unique distinction. His journey has taken him from jail cells to homelessness and even suicidal thoughts, only to find salvation through discipline and a clear sense of purpose.
In this episode, you’ll hear firsthand about Taylor’s turbulent path from becoming a Navy SEAL to being kicked out of the U.S. military; How a spiral of pleasure-chasing and lack of purpose led to hitting rock bottom; The life-changing moment of clarity that led him to France and the French Foreign Legion; The rigorous discipline and mental fortification that helped him rebuild his life, and practical insights on how to unlearn self-sabotaging behaviors, cultivate inner peace, and align daily habits with your long-term vision.
Taylor is committed to teaching others how to reclaim their lives by building a strong body, mind, and spirit. He shares actionable strategies to create a beautiful life through discipline, mindfulness, and purposeful choices. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, redemption is possible through perseverance, discipline, and self-reflection.
In This Episode You Will Hear:
• I remember the day and the moment I wanted to be a SEAL. I was 7, and I was on the hill at Point Loma, and I go “Hey dad, what’s that?” “Those are SEALS training in the bay. From that point on, I was in the library and Blockbuster getting the VHS tapes. I couldn’t get enough of it. (10:41)
• I was really good on the field with all that training, but the minute I got off the field, I lost my discipline. (11:50)
• If anybody’s aware of how BUDS is, it’s like a living organism. (21:48)
• I hit a guy in a bar – one time. That one punch changed the trajectory of my life, because I broke his orbital eye socket. (29:32)
• I’m no victim. I knew it was against the rules. I did it, and I brought heat on myself. That’s why the commanding officer at Team 7 gave me a general discharge. (34:03)
• I started stacking some bad habits. Without building my self-worth. No alignment with God.
I had lost my identity. (35:41)
• Nobody could tell me anything, because “Hey look at all the external stuff,” but internally I was in chaos. (36:09)
• You can’t bend reality that long. (36:51)
• I was just tired of trying. Then I had this moment. Reset man… It was that moment where I said “Fuck it. I’m going to the French Foreign Legion.” (37:36)
• If you serve your time, you can get French citizenship. (39:01)
• It was psychologically challenging. You’re also alone. I lost my life. (43:30)
• They gave me a fake French passport with a fake name: Trent Clayson. (43:47)
• 150 nations are represented in the foreign legion. (47:54)
• If they hear you speaking English, they’re gonna reprimand you. Give you a little extra love. (50:53)
• I started ratcheting up my discipline. Getting up at 3:30 in the morning. Training. Doing my macros. Reading the scripture. Really started going internal with it. I stated to feel better. (69:50)
• I’m a conduit. I gotta hold myself to a higher standard. (71:10)
• I didn’t expect to do Rambo shit. I want to use it as a vehicle for self-development. (72:32)
• We have rear view mirrors, to glance back to situational awareness, but that’s why it’s a lot smaller. (75:55)
• Even professional athletes have coaches. (78:31)
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