Inside The Mind Of David Goggins, The Man Who Can’t Be Broken
“No one’s coming to save you.”
“No one’s coming to save you.” — David Goggins
The ancient Greeks recognized that the world is a tough place. Given that it is constantly testing everyone, they also realized that character is destiny. The initial circumstances you find yourself in are often outside your control. However, whether you sink or swim is determined by your reaction to these conditions.
While Lady Fortuna’s strange ways can take away just as much as they give, fate is a conscious choice. Even if the world hasn’t dealt you a good hand, it is up to you to decide whether to fold or instead go down fighting.
For the ancient Stoics, Hercules was considered the model to follow. As a young man he was given a choice. Two goddesses appeared, telling him to pick a path in life. He could have taken the easy road. Instead, the hero chose the hard path, the one of struggle.
What the ancients taught, I learned on my own through life experiences. Growing up, I believed that fame, power and fortune were the things to aim at. As I got older, I realized that the real value is in internal growth.
It’s about building a strength of character. That’s what allows you to succeed…
