David Goggins — An Inspirational Leader or Unhealthy Fanatic?
A pro athlete’s opinion on healthy and not-so-healthy obsessions
“Man is disturbed not by things, but by the views he takes of them.” — Epictetus
Part One: Why is David swearing at me?
Well, because we all want to be heroes, but not many of us can do the work.
“The reason it’s important to push hardest when you want to quit is because it helps callous your mind. It’s the same reason why you have to do your best work when you are least motivated.” — David Goggins
I cried when a coach told me I’d never play D1 college or NBA basketball (I did both) in front of a camp of 100 kids at Wolverine Basketball Camp. I was in elementary school. I felt the fury rise like mercury inside me.
“Trevor, you’re a great young player, but set realistic goals. Focus on your grades. On being a great student. You’ll never play college hoops. The NBA doesn’t happen for kids up North.”
Screw that, I thought, standing in front of the campers. The anger bubbled out in steaming, silent tears.
