David Goggins

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

Can't Hurt Me

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him The Fittest (Real) Man in America. In this curse-word-free edition of Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds - Clean Edition

Interesting to hear his back story. A little corny at times but got some motivation to run ;) 

Jazz j

For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare – poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him "The Fittest (Real) Man in America." In Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.

Timeo Williams

This book is a testament to the power of the human mind. It is quite, quite incredible. 

David constantly reminds the readers throughout the book that this story is not a testament to himself, but what is possible if anyone truly dedicates themselves to this path.

There are about 10 challenges the readers are asked to engage in. While listening to the audiobook I didn't write them down, but I'll go back and revisit them.

Can't hurt me foi um livro que me fez acordar para a vida e enfrentar qualquer obstáculo.

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Michael

I got into this because I could relate a lot to the beginning, but the glamorizing of destroying his body (especially with the cheering on from his collaborator on their bastardized podcast-audiobook format) wasn't great. Some ok ideas here if moderated. I find military hazing rituals really interesting so I stuck around for those.

Lewis Ngugi

** spoiler alert **
           The narration is definitely unique with the fact that it's a audiobook narration-podcast version which dives into the untold stories. Key learnings for me:
- Callous your mind
- Single-tasking over multitasking
- Visualize the why of taking on a challenge
- Remember where you've come from when in pain or doubt
- Go the extra mile at work

Reihan Maulana

One of the things that this book helped me with is establishing a consistent running habit in the morning. Goggins is a beast when it comes to "being hard". He has led an incredible life from horrible lows to remarkable achievements, and I think everyone can find some part of his story to relate to or find inspiration from. Recommended for those who are still struggling to make good habits.

matej yangwao

Book is about transformation of weakling to warrior. 🪖. I sense it as purely motivation book where you should cross your limit and grind to rewrite your own storyline. Leverage your fear and don't quit, keep on trying no matter what.
Sculpturing to new mindset.

≥children who had endured physical or emotional abuse are bound to fail.

≥The reason I talk to myself is because I’m the only one whose answers I accept.

≥fight through impossibilities, remold your mind to dwell on positivity and become the best version of you.

≥Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.

≥In some cases, smiling at your pain would buy you some minutes to find higher ground, while some challenges might require the strategic use of your willpower.

≥take each day as an opportunity to break free from your limitations.

≥Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past could have been any different.

≥the mastery of your past failures or bruises defines your fight or flight tendencies. You could accept that these burdens had prepared you for today, and fight. Or you could travel through this memory, and retreat back into denial and fear.

≥Maintaining your awareness of little victories keeps you going on the way to your big dreams.

≥Everyone has a pain threshold set in our subconscious, and any time we hit these walls, we tell ourselves to quit.

≥Many believe that talent is what separates successful people from average individuals. Contrary to this belief, talent will only take you to the verge of success, it is sheer will and work that gets you across the finish line.

≥you can rewrite your story by choosing to work your way through obstacles.

≥You should also subscribe to this strategy and find a balance between accountability, hard work, and willpower. Do not let your head drop after one failed attempt at success.

≥There are no limitations, except for the ones you set for yourself.

≥Hold yourself accountable for the bad decisions you make. Do not hide from them. Instead, learn from them and use them as armor for what is to come.

Erin Cawthorn

I think that me taking over a year to finish this book speaks to the fact that it did not motivate me. I admire David for the work that he put into himself and the hardships that he overcame but by no means was this book what I was expecting. This book was a life story of a guy who pushed himself too far and broke his body in the process because he wouldn’t let literal broken bones prevent him from achieving his goals. So yea master your mind but sacrifice your body. Glad I finished it but also glad I’m finally done.

If you want a book that gives you a gut check that you could be doing more this is the book. He’s inspirational and proves that with hard work you can do anything. I also love the activities at the end of the chapter to keep you involved. 

Haley Kirinsky 

Anthony

This books definitely contains a fascinating story. David’s life hasn’t been easy. His accomplishments are extremely impressive as well.

I think I’ll often think to myself “what would Goggins do?” when I’m struggling through something. He clearly shows that we are capable of more. We have a governor and we can pull that back and achieve many things.

Can’t Hurt Me is an amusing story about our potential. Maybe it’s my governor but I don’t think most of us are actually capable as being as hard as David is.

New York Times Bestseller Over 2.5 million copies sold For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare - poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him The Fittest (Real) Man in America. In this curse-word-free edition of Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.

What a ride of emotions. It’s a reminder that we can push through the toughest times and be happy with our lives. 

Alejandro Ramirez Jr.

Erwin Lemuel Oliva

The book is a conversation with David Goggins. He is a known superhuman but underneath, a man who had to endure pain and suffering and coming out hard and determined. A modern day warrior in life. Not only does he walk the talk, he runs...a lot.

Decent read that recounts a crazy life that repeatedly pushed through all pain barriers. Useful for remembering that most limits are self imposed, but the extremity of the stories were hard to relate to.

Fred Rivett

Gold! Inspiring, honest…. can’t say enough good things about this book! All the stars! 

Jenna Safran 

"For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare. Poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him 'The Fittest (Real) Man in America.'. In Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential"--Publisher's description.

nobody can hurt Goggins … except himself, a lot

David Dunstan

The author did an amazing journey, that is entertaining and fascinating in this well executed interview-podcast-mixed-with-audiobook-format. But it is also a kind unironic autobiography of toxic masculinity and survival bias turned into some kind of inspirational self-help book where the key message is to suffer, take more pain and never ask for help. The reason this journey stands out, is that most people with the same approach didn't survive to write a book about it.

Stefan Pettersson

Christine Vogel

Es zog sich teilweise, da viel wiederholt wurde. Allerdings ist es schon sehr beeindruckend und motivierend.

Colin

8.8/10

Has earned a place as one of my canon books. Will be rereading again soon with notes.

Irene Alegre

Fantastic book – and unexpectedly so. I learned a lot from it, and it does push you to work out and give it your all. I think I'll re-read it from time to time (at least a couple of sections) so as not to forget.

Sabrina

Dimitrios Mavromatis

The 4 stars goes to how original this book is. Goggins is not an every day person. In fact quite the oposite. This book is about transformation but alost a year later I do not remeber any concrete lesson learned in the book other than Goggins really turned his life upside down and inside out.

Still, definetely worth the read. Even more so definetely to look this person up and check his interviews out.

Ethan Ding

something about toxic masculinity

but i mean, I'm toxically masculine. appeals to me

Can't Hurt Me Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds

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